THE CAMERA AND ITS 
ACCESSORIES 
AHAT kind of a camera do you use in 
making your animal pictures?” This 
question I have been asked more than 
any other concerning my avocation in the fields and 
woods. As the camera is only one of the essentials, 
I will endeavor to describe not only the instrument, 
but also its accessories. However, let me hasten to 
add that this is not for the expert, but is intended 
only for those who are just starting in pursuit of 
healthful recreation, and familiarity with the organic 
creation about them. 
It is quite as difficult for the novice to know what 
to buy as it is to photograph many of our wild animals; 
for most supply houses know nothing about what is 
necessary in actual work. I will cite one instance 
illustrating this point: It was not long ago that I was 
standing in one of our large reliable supply houses 
waiting for an order to be filled, when a lady entered 
and approached the counter. A callow youth came 
