Native American Survival Skills - Ben Hunt

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Native American Survival Skills by Ben Hunt is a comprehensive, richly illustrated guide to the traditional survival techniques and handcrafted tools of Native American cultures. This 288-page softcover book is a must-have for anyone interested in wilderness survival, primitive living, Indigenous craftsmanship, or historical reenactment.

Ben Hunt, a renowned artist, educator, and expert in Native American lifeways, presents over 65 authentic projects that reflect the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Native peoples. With clear, step-by-step instructions and hundreds of full-color illustrations and photographs, readers will learn how to create essential survival tools and cultural items using only natural materials like wood, leather, bone, and stone.

What You’ll Learn:

• Shelter & Living: Construct traditional tipis, snowshoes, and sleds for wilderness travel and survival.
• Clothing & Footwear: Make moccasins, leather garments, and decorative beadwork.
• Tools & Weapons: Craft bows and arrows, knives, flutes, and drums using traditional methods.
• Cultural Items: Build necklaces, ceremonial items, and musical instruments that reflect Native American heritage.

The book also includes 40 museum photographs of authentic artifacts, 20 historic photos, and hundreds of detailed illustrations that bring each project to life. Whether you're a bushcraft enthusiast, homesteader, educator, or student of Native American culture, this book offers a hands-on approach to learning and preserving traditional skills. Ben Hunt’s deep respect for Native American traditions shines through in every chapter, making this more than just a craft book—it’s a tribute to the survival knowledge and artistry of Indigenous peoples.

About the Author: Ben Hunt
Ben Hunt (1888–1970) was a celebrated artist, author, and educator who dedicated much of his life to studying and teaching Native American crafts, woodworking, and frontier skills. His books have inspired generations of readers to explore traditional lifeways with authenticity and respect. Hunt’s work is known for its clarity, historical accuracy, and deep appreciation for Indigenous cultures.