The essential guide for every wannabe wild boy, packed full of the tools and techniques they need to get the most out of the great outdoors. Building shelters, reading clouds, finding fresh water, following trails. Includes tales of famous wildsmen from history and fiction: Scott of the Antarctic, George Mallory, Davy Crockett, Aragorn! Combines elements of The Dangerous Book for Boys, Hamlyn Nature Guides and 'Boy's Own' tales of great adventurers.