THE CAMERA AND ITS 

 ACCESSORIES 



I HAT 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 



