Full of interesting stories based on lifelong experience, but lack the finesse. Some stories, actually advices, would be better presented by an image rather than a way too complex paragraph.

Now, all one needs is a sharp axe and know how to sharpen it.

LIVING AND WONDERING THROUGH THE SAME COUNTRY HERE IN MONTANA THAT BUD DID AND KNOWING HIS GRANDSON HAS MADE THIS A FACINATING READ

Short and to the point. Not any fluff this is a book with lots of the basic info a young Bushcrafter should know about Axe's...

I met Bud Cheff many years ago on a school outing. He made everything about nature seem so alive and made being comfortable in nature seem easy. The man knew how to be at ease to be sure.  None of the bull you get from the self aggrandizing set... Just straight and to the point practical applied knowledge shared.

great fundamental survival skills from a super woodsman and guide. Minimal tools, maximum survival.

Plainly written...good advice, but I would still be tempted to take too much stuff.