When I go into the woods hunting or whatever there are a few things I always take. A hiking staff is one of them, whether I start off with it, or cut one. I feel they are a necessity. Sighting planes, moving bushes, expedient perch pole, critter getter, even a spear shaft if straight. I could go on and on. Funny they are hardly mentioned. But then I guess they would be hard to fit in your pocket.<br><br>Regards<br>Bruce G. <br><br>