Handy Book for Fair and Rainy Weather (Dover Children's Activity Books)

From the Publisher Outdoors With Daniel Carter "Uncle Dan" Beard

Daniel Carter Beard (June 21, 1850-June 11, 1941) was an American illustrator, author, and outdoor enthusiast who was a pioneer of the youth scouting movement in the United States. Inspired by the rugged traditions of the American frontier, Beard founded the Sons of Daniel Boone in 1905, later merging his organization into the Boy Scouts of America when it was founded in 1910. Beard became one of the first National Scout Commissioners of the Boy Scouts and served it for 30 years. He later became the editor of Boys' Life magazine, the BSA official magazine, and wrote a monthly column for youth. He wrote and illustrated more than 20 books sharing his love for all aspects of the outdoor life, and was affectionately known as "Uncle Dan" to those who knew him well.

Daniel Beard & The Boy Scouts

First published nearly a century ago, "A Scout's Book of Signs, Signals and Symbols" provides scouts and other lovers of the outdoors with an ever-useful guide to following trails and interpreting their surroundings. (0486820866) "Scouting For Boys" not only provides energetic tips on camping, tracking, and woodcraft, but offers proper Victorian-era advice on manners, self-discipline, and good citizenship. Includes the original illustrations. (0486457192) "Boy Scouts Handbook" is a complete republication of a book that has been used by generations of American youths, with copious information on such topics as woodcrafting, camping, sailing, as well as developing self-reliance and good citizenship. (0486439917)

Beard's Outdoor Books

"Do It Yourself Bushcraft," originally published a century ago, is an engagingly written, charmingly illustrated camping guide that forms an atmospheric reminder of a simpler time as well as a source of timeless advice on fishing, trapping, and outdoor life. (0486816192) "Fair Weather And Rainy Day Handy Book" features dozens of indoor and outdoor activities, with simple instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams for building a backyard clubhouse, setting up a workshop, picnic games, papercrafts, and other diversions. (0486474038) "Field And Forest Handy Book" offers illustrated instructions for building kites, birdhouses, boats, igloos, and other fun projects, plus numerous helpful tips for campers. (0486461912) "Hunting and Shooting" imparts timeless wisdom that includes respect for weapons and nature, commonsense safety tips, and helpful hints for enjoying the outdoors. (0486813274)

More From Daniel Beard

"Camp-Lore and Woodcraft" provides easy-to-follow advice for boys and girls on building campfires, packing, saddling, and mounting a horse, choosing a campsite, pitching a tent, cutting down a tree, chopping wood, and much more. 377 black-and-white illustrations. (0486447278) "Shelters, Shacks And Shanties - BESTSELLER!" offers a wealth of information and advice on building everything from a bark tee-pee and tree-top house to a log cabin and beaver mat hut. 332 black-and-white illustrations. (0486437477) "The American Boys Handy Book" features scores of projects — from stocking aquariums and performing puppet shows to sculpting snowmen and making sleds. 254 black-and-white figures. 63 illustrations. (048643138X)

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