woodlore
/ˈwʊdlɔr/
noun
- Knowledge about forests, trees, and wildlife, especially practical skills like identifying plants or finding your way in the woods.
- The scout leader taught the children woodlore, including how to identify edible berries.
- Her grandfather's woodlore helped them find fresh water and build a shelter during the hike.
- Many survival books focus on woodlore, such as reading animal tracks and predicting weather.