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CLOTHING 159pleasant to wear in dry weather. But they are alwaysa great comfort in a canoe or around camp, andare almost indispensable for still-hunting or snowshoeing.They weigh so little, take up so little roomin the pack, and are so delightfully easy on the feetjthat a pair should be in every camper's outfit. Atnight they are the best foot-warmers that one couldjWish, and they will be appreciated when one must getup and move about outside the tent.In a mountainous region that is heavily timbered,moccasins are too slippery for use after the leavesfall.Moccasins should be made over a regular shoelast (Fig. 99). Those commonly sold are too narrowat the toe. Rememberthat they will shrink someafter getting wet, and thatyou must wear thick socks inthem, or perhaps two pairs,so get them big enough.Heavy men, tenderfootedfrom town, enjoy pjg^ ^^_ Soled Moccaslr,moccasins best in a ham- (Made Over Last)mock. In fact, most citymen will get on better in soled moccasins, but theseshould be pliable and of not over i}4 pounds to thepair. Or canvas " sneakers " may be used. Butbeware the rubber soled variety. They are very hot,and will make your feet more tender than ever.Canvas with leather sole is cool and dries out quickly.Either moccasins or sneakers are needed in campto rest the feet, and to slip on at night if you stir out.Headwear.— For general use a soft felt hat, ofgood quality that will stand rain, is the best headcovering. The rim should be just wide enough toshield the eyes from glare and the back of the neckfrom rain. I like a creased top, wearing it so untila hot sun beats dow^n, then I push up the crown andhave a good air space over my pate. The hat shouldhave ej^'elets for ventilation. A strap or cord under