Animals For Food is a survival manual focused on identifying, obtaining, preparing, and preserving animal-based food sources in wilderness or emergency situations. The guide covers a wide range of edible animals including insects, worms, crustaceans, mollusks, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals, emphasizing that survival often requires overcoming personal food preferences and learning to utilize whatever protein sources are available.
The manual explains the habits and habitats of various animals, helping readers understand where to find food and how to collect it efficiently. It includes information on edible and potentially dangerous species, safe preparation techniques, and warnings about poisonous animals and contaminated food sources. Special attention is given to fish, shellfish, frogs, reptiles, and small game because they are often easier to obtain than large mammals.
A major portion of the document is devoted to trapping and snaring techniques. Numerous trap designs are illustrated, including simple snares, drag nooses, twitch-up snares, squirrel poles, Ojibwa bird poles, treadle snares, deadfalls, fish traps, and other field-expedient methods. Detailed diagrams show how each trap works and where it should be placed for maximum effectiveness.
The final sections cover the preparation, cleaning, cooking, butchering, smoking, drying, salting, and preservation of fish and game. The guide explains how to recognize spoiled meat, process various animals safely, and preserve harvested food through smoking, drying, freezing, and brining. These techniques are intended to maximize food value and extend storage life during prolonged survival situations.
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