Be Prepared: How to light a wet match and 199 other useful things to know

by The Scout Association

'Drawing on the wit and wisdom of Scouts down the ages, Be Preparedcontains both remarkable and reliable advice for a smoother journey through life.' Bear Grylls

Are youprepared?

Do you know the right way to hold an eel, wield an axe or string a hammock? Do you have the skills to survive in the wild, predict the weather or shine at a party? If the answer to any of these is no, then this is the book for you. Jam-packed with gems old and new, this compendium will delight readers of all ages. You don't need to have been a Scout to enjoy advice on being an intrepid traveller, preventing a sneeze or vaulting a fence. Gleaned from over a hundred years of Scouting heritage, Be Preparedis quirky, surprisingly useful and most of all fun. Whether you're an adventurer for real or an adventurer at heart, you'll find this a fascinating treasure trove of ideas and practical know-how.

208 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 2012

Reviews

[Wilde Sky · Rating 3 out of 5]

A series of useful tips on everything from starting a fire to having a job interview.

Some of the advice in this book was very interesting but overall it did really grab me.

Reading time around ninety minutes.