A Patrolman's Camp 



The Duties of a Patrolman in the 

 State Service 



By Walter Kueffner. 



THE present duties of a patrolman consist mainly in the 

 prevention and extinguishment of forest fires. He 

 should thoroughly familiarize himself with the condi- 

 tions of his district; know the trails, canoe routes and the 

 location and area of old, new or prospective slashings. He 

 has to huild lookout towers, telephone lines and cabins, if 

 necessary, and is also a deputy game warden. 



Each patrolman must keep a diary and record his daily 

 work and observations. He must post notices and fire warn- 

 ings throughout his district and patrol the same once a week. 

 On such trips he takes his tent and camping outfit, provi- 

 sions and necessary tools with him, making an average load 

 with his canoe of about 160 pounds. This he has to pack 



