woods; but no matter the person, it is well to know what to do under
such circumstances. As a rule the denser growth of moss on trees is on
the north side. This knowledge may help find the direction; but it is
better to carry a small pocket compass.

When the sky is clear, the sun and the stars help to guide the course,
and if followed one is saved from travelling in a circle, as the lost
are pretty sure to do in a dense forest.

If twigs are broken from bushes they will serve to show the course to
those out searching. A good plan is to follow down the course of a
stream, which always flows into a larger body of water and will lead
to some abode. If a hill is accessible, the lay of the land may be had
from its summit.

In any event, should you be lost, do not get rattled. You will be
missed in camp and a search will be made by your friends. If you have
to stay in the woods all night, make the best of it. Others have made
the best of it by sleeping near the foot of a tree or beside a log. It
will be more cheery if you can make a fire without danger to the
woods.

THE OUTFIT

Now the camping outfit, including enough provisions for the proposed
stay, must be carried, and unless the stay is to be short, a wagon or
pack animals should be provided for this purpose. In the army and out
West mules are used for this purpose, but any quiet horse will do just
as well.