68 A SPORTING PARADISE 



had been severed with a knife. This incident 

 is unique in my knowledge of deer-shooting ex- 

 perience. The tail is still in my possession. I 

 found eventually that all my shots took effect 

 and the animal bled inwardly. My attention 

 was soon directed again to my post, as the noise 

 of a heavy animal approaching drew near.'' 



The white man conducts his hunting excursions 

 in various modes suited to his taste and adapted 

 to the nature of the country in which he resides. 

 My favourite method used to be "deer-stalking." 

 This is carried out on foot, without dogs or 

 companions. Experience soon teaches us where 

 to look for deer. He may be espied in his 

 bed, or silently crept upon from behind the 

 cover of a large tree whilst he is feeding. The 

 prints upon the snow or path are sure indications 

 to guide the sportsman. When studied closely 

 a reliable estimate may be formed as to the time 

 and pace that the deer has crossed the path. 

 It would be impossible to write directions to 

 would-be big-game hunters, natural instinct be- 

 comes our only teacher, and living in Muskoka's 

 pure atmosphere the senses of sight and sound 

 wonderfully improve. A knowledge of the move- 

 ments of a deer when alarmed, when at ease, 



