Bushcraft Bookshelf

Apart from the obvious exception most of my recent reading and book purchases have been – probably unsurprisingly – bushcraft related. The following are books I have recently bought or been given.

• Essential Bushcraft – One of the quintessential bushcraft titles. Whilst I’m not in the “Ray = god” camp, I do like this book but it is not my favourite. My copy was signed by the man himself when I met him at a book signing. Although not a recent purchase, it has to be included in any bushcraft collection
• Bushcraft aka Northern Bushcraft – another ‘bushcraft bible’ and my current favourite. More practical than Essential, and more selective. Mors eschews covering every possible aspect of the subjects covered in favour of more detail
• Native British Trees – A lovely book that does exactly what it says. Small enough to fit in your pocket when out and about
• A Tree In Your Pocket – Another pocket sized book. This one is more concerned with the folklore and mythology surrounding trees
• Scouting For Boys – I don’t think this one needs any explanation, does it!
• Woodcraft – Another classic. Some practical tips, but mainly just an interesting read
• The Dangerous Book For Boys – Whilst not exactly bushcraft, a fun book nonetheless that dips its toes into numerous subjects. I’ve also used it to plan activities for my Scouts
• Mountain & Leadership – An inspired gift from a from a friend who had no idea that achieving the MLA has been on my want-to-do list for quite some time. An excellent book that covers all aspects of being outdoors
• The Axe Book – This comes with all Gränsfors Bruks axes, but they will also send it to you for free. Contains some useful tips.