“It is a skill in its own right, one that requires the highest degree of technical ability, personal honesty and sober thought. Self-delusion and overconfidence can get you killed when travelling in remote wilderness. Long-range” — Ray Mears Copy Share Image
“The fuzz stick described in many woodcraft manuals does work, but it is slow and awkward to carve. Any” — Ray Mears Copy Share
“using drumming. Once found, the shaman would sing a magic song to hold the caribou in that place until the hunters could intercept them.” — Ray Mears Copy Share
“the ability to kindle a fire, swiftly and without fail, remains the most fundamental skill of life support in the boreal forest.” — Ray Mears Copy Share
“being able to catch and eat fish on a journey provides a deep spiritual connection to the land. Fishing” — Ray Mears Copy Share
“The taiga provides wonderful opportunities for truly long-distance expeditions into areas that are incredibly remote from civilisation. The spiritual reward of such journeys can… — Ray Mears Copy Share
Fire-wood makes you warm three times; first collecting it, secondly shifting it and third when you burn it. — Ray Mears Copy Share
“The Boreal World ‘From a satellite orbiting high above Earth, the taiga appears as a dark mantle draped across Earth’s shoulders, a robe glistening… — Ray Mears Copy Share
“This traditional woman grew up in a world where respect for the animals hunted was of paramount importance. A concept that, in many cases,… — Ray Mears Copy Share
“Modern life can create great confusion and we can forget that humanity is an integral component in the natural world.” — Ray Mears Copy Share
“The first thing to understand about travel in this environment is that the forest can be your friend; it can supply you with almost… — Ray Mears Copy Share
“The silence of winter has already been broken by birdsong from crossbills, heralding the onset of spring. At one with the forest. For this… — Ray Mears Copy Share
