Tracking takes years to master, but a good basic knowledge can really pay off. If you're hunting or trapping, the ability to read tracks will help you identify targets and plan strategies. When food isn't a concern, it's still a good idea t… read more
An animal track can tell you a lot about what type of creature has been roaming the area. The most helpful information that can be gathered from a clear track is the number of toes the creature possesses. If a set of front and hind foot tra… read more
In North America, after a tangible snowfall it is possible to take a walk in the forests, fields and swamps and discover animal tracks. If you have a field guide to animal tracks or the ability to take extensive notes about the ones you enc… read more
Across the United States, in areas with frequent snowfall, you can go into your backyard or the surrounding countryside and look for the tracks left by animals. You can identify the animal by its tracks if you can clearly see the number of… read more
Learning how to identify the animal tracks and scat can give the outdoorsperson insight into creatures otherwise unseen and unheard. This article focuses on mammals, but you can track anything from beetles to alligators with a little study… read more
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