--- product_id: 1773407 title: "Woodcraft and Camping: The Great American Classic of Camping" price: "60.56 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1773407-woodcraft-and-camping-the-great-american-classic-of-camping store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Woodcraft and Camping: The Great American Classic of Camping **Price:** 60.56 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Woodcraft and Camping: The Great American Classic of Camping - **How much does it cost?** 60.56 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1773407-woodcraft-and-camping-the-great-american-classic-of-camping) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description "Go light; the lighter the better, so that you have the simplest material for health, comfort, and enjoyment."— Nessmuk One of America's most famous woodsmen and nature experts provides classic instructions for roughing it. His advice covers camping, hiking, building a fire, cooking out, shelters, tools and equipment, hunting and fishing, canoeing, and more. "Useful, specific information and suggestions on all aspects of woodcraft." — Moor and Mountain. Timeless Advice by Nessmuk – Written by George W. Sears, an early conservationist known by his pen name Nessmuk, Woodcraft and Camping offers invaluable insights from one of America’s most celebrated woodsmen and nature experts. Comprehensive Outdoor Skills – Covers essential topics like camping, hiking, fire-building, outdoor cooking, shelters, tools, equipment, hunting, fishing, and canoeing. Practical Tips for Modern Outdoor Enthusiasts – Though written in the late 19th century, Nessmuk's guidance remains relevant and practical for today’s adventurers. Compact and Informative – At just over 100 pages, it’s a concise and accessible handbook filled with wisdom for beginners and experienced outdoor enthusiasts. Expert Perspective with Enduring Impact – Nessmuk not only shares tried-and-true techniques but also instills a profound appreciation for simplicity and self-reliance in nature. A True Pioneer of Outdoor Literature – George W. Sears (1821–1890), under the name Nessmuk, contributed to the rise of recreational camping and outdoor exploration through articles in the 1880s magazine Forest and Stream, which later merged with Field & Stream . Nessmuk believed in “traveling light” and celebrated the deep connection between humans and the wilderness. Woodcraft and Camping expresses his heartfelt appreciation for the peace and tranquility of the wilderness. His timeless philosophy reminds readers that the most significant rewards of outdoor life lie in its simplicity and the sense of freedom it provides. Review: Window into the past and present - This book most definitely exceeded my expectations. A quick note to some, however...if you are looking for a fun book to mostly page through to look at illustrations, and to just read a bit here and there, this isn’t the book for you. This book is a joy to read, funny at times, and on the whole entertaining, but to be appreciated, it requires you to sit down and read its pages. While this book is over one hundred years old, it is amazing how so much of it is so directly applicable to today. Yes, many of the things discussed in the book are outdated, but the heart and soul of the work are as fresh today as when it was written. In this literary treasure, George W. Sears, aka “Nessmuk”, grants us modern readers a window into a bygone age of our American heritage. He describes some of his outdoor adventures which took place in a part of America which no longer exists as it did for him in the late nineteenth century. This aspect of the book reminds me in a way of Edward Abbey’s Desert Solitaire. At the same time, the conservationist in Sears speaks to us of a fish and game conservation ethic which easily pairs with the writings of Aldo Leopold. Perhaps one of the more surprising aspects of this book is Sears’ treating of the subject of go-light wilderness gear principles, which feels to be quite ahead of its time. As an aside, many years ago, a dear mentor of mine in the ways of the outdoors made a humorous reference to something he had once read in a book regarding a lightweight canoe outfit. For twenty-some years I wondered where that reference came from, and if I’d ever be able to find it. When I read this book, I finally discovered that passage! Review: Great book Great Price Speedy Delivery! Grand Slam! - The book looks extremely interesting and I am looking forward to reading it. I wish the print was a little larger but that may be my old eyes. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #56,760 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #8 in Canoeing #25 in Camping (Books) #39 in Camping & RV Cooking | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 603 Reviews | ## Images ![Woodcraft and Camping: The Great American Classic of Camping - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1i0DlTi3IL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Window into the past and present *by G***N on March 10, 2017* This book most definitely exceeded my expectations. A quick note to some, however...if you are looking for a fun book to mostly page through to look at illustrations, and to just read a bit here and there, this isn’t the book for you. This book is a joy to read, funny at times, and on the whole entertaining, but to be appreciated, it requires you to sit down and read its pages. While this book is over one hundred years old, it is amazing how so much of it is so directly applicable to today. Yes, many of the things discussed in the book are outdated, but the heart and soul of the work are as fresh today as when it was written. In this literary treasure, George W. Sears, aka “Nessmuk”, grants us modern readers a window into a bygone age of our American heritage. He describes some of his outdoor adventures which took place in a part of America which no longer exists as it did for him in the late nineteenth century. This aspect of the book reminds me in a way of Edward Abbey’s Desert Solitaire. At the same time, the conservationist in Sears speaks to us of a fish and game conservation ethic which easily pairs with the writings of Aldo Leopold. Perhaps one of the more surprising aspects of this book is Sears’ treating of the subject of go-light wilderness gear principles, which feels to be quite ahead of its time. As an aside, many years ago, a dear mentor of mine in the ways of the outdoors made a humorous reference to something he had once read in a book regarding a lightweight canoe outfit. For twenty-some years I wondered where that reference came from, and if I’d ever be able to find it. When I read this book, I finally discovered that passage! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book Great Price Speedy Delivery! Grand Slam! *by B***K on January 8, 2026* The book looks extremely interesting and I am looking forward to reading it. I wish the print was a little larger but that may be my old eyes. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great insight into camping basics *by L***Y on December 3, 2022* Nessmuk was a dude that knew what he was doing. It takes a bit to get used to his writing style (old people back in the day talk way different than we do in contemporary settings), but once you get past that and the very occasional mild racism (I don’t recall seeing the N word with the hard R; I think there is like two occurrences of some racist remarks tops) this book has a ton of useful information that still applies to “roughing it” today. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1773407-woodcraft-and-camping-the-great-american-classic-of-camping](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1773407-woodcraft-and-camping-the-great-american-classic-of-camping) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-30*