Trailing Whitetails

From rear cover: "Trailing Whitetails is the only book that deals with the hunt after shots have been fired and is also a complete tracking reference for serious hunters. If you, or someone you know, loves to take to the woods in pursuit of big game this book is an invaluable resource of the art and science of recovering wounded animals. Each type of hit is described with insight and precision with plenty of useful tips for those difficult tracking situations. The informative text is further enhanced by over 40 photos and illustrations. This book stresses safe and responsible hunting techniques that will reduce the number of animals wasted in game populations. Trailing Whitetails includes a detailed analysis of the following: The significance of deer hair; The effects of weather and darkness; The choice of arrows and tracking equipment; A chapter on the specialized skills of tracking North American bear; Recounts of difficult trailing incidents."