Tracking Ground Cloth
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Features & Specs
Features
Durable & Weather-Resistant – Made from water-resistant waxed canvas with reinforced metal grommets, it’s designed for outdoor use.
Multi-Use Design – Versatile design lets you stake it down, string it up, or clip the corners together for countless field uses.
Expert-Selected Species - Chosen with guidance from tracking experts for maximum usefulness: widely distributed, abundant, indicators of water, potential food sources, and ideal for side-by-side comparison.
Educational Design – Perfect for learning track identification, animal behavior, and sharpening observation skills in the field.
False Eye Spots – Adapted from natural mimicry; fold the bandana to display “eyes” for added protection when worn on the back of the head, or use on the front while napping.
Animal Tracks Illustrated
- Mountain lion
- Bobcat
- Domestic cat
- Gray fox
- Red fox
- Armadillo
- Cottontail
- Squirrel
- Woodrat
- Deer mouse
- Beaver,
- White-tailed deer
- Feral hog
- Turtle
- Frog
- Crawfish
Specs
- Dimensions – 21” x 21”
- Material – 4.4 oz waxed canvas (70% cotton / 30% nylon) with a weather-tough wax finish
- Thread – Amann Strongbond nylon-bonded
- Grommets – 1/4" black, heavy-duty grommets
- Made using the Tracking Bandana as the base design for multi-function versatility
- Cut, sewn, and grommeted in the USA
USES
- Dry sitting/kneeling pad
- Clean work surface
- Kindling/firewood bundle carrier
- Foraging pouch
- Meditation mat
- Hobo Bindle
A wildlife guide with endless uses
Made from durable, water-resistant canvas, the Tracking Ground Cloth serves as a ground mat, clean gathering surface, or tarp, built to withstand the rigors of backcountry use.
Printed with accurate, to-scale animal tracks, you can quickly learn, identify, and sharpen your tracking skills and deepen your connection to the outdoors.
the Tracking experts
We partnered with tracking experts Beau Harger, Jonah Evans, and Dr. Mark Elbroch to help guide us in choosing the animals that would allow you to have the most success with this bandana.
We requested animals that met the following criteria: 1. Found across the majority of North America, 2. Most abundantly found in the wild, 3. Animals that may indicate water nearby, 4. Animals that are easy food sources, 5. Most useful for side-by-side comparison
The Tracking Bandana is an original design by Wazoo Gear.
Beau Harger
Beau Harger is our local tracker. He took us out in the field, got our feet wet (and almost got Dustin stuck knee-deep in mud) and gave us the hands-on crash course in tracking. He’s been an integral part in the design of this product and made himself available at all hours of the night to answer questions and continue pushing this design in the right direction.
Jonah Evans
Jonah Evans is also a fellow Texan with about 2 decades of tracking experience (and who knows how many certifications) but still maintains the humble life-long student attitude, realizing there is always more to learn. He even has an app called iTrack Wildife that is a great learning tool to combine with this bandana.
Learn more about Jonah at www.naturetracking.com
Dr. Mark Elbroch
Dr. Mark Elbroch helped bring the CyberTracker program to the U.S. and literally wrote the books on tracking. Not just any books, but the books with the most accurate and detailed prints available. He partnered with us to provide the artwork for the bandana and we truly couldn’t have done it without him!
Learn more about Mark at www.markelbroch.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tracking Ground Cloth, and how is it used?
The Tracking Ground Cloth™ is a waxed canvas cloth designed for multipurpose outdoor use. It can be staked down as a ground mat, clipped up as a tarp, or used to collect edibles and tinder in the field.
Is the Tracking Ground Cloth waterproof?
The ground cloth is made from highly water-resistant waxed canvas, which sheds rain, dew, and damp ground. While not 100% waterproof, it provides excellent protection against wet or dirty surfaces during foraging or outdoor adventures.
How compact is the Tracking Ground Cloth for carrying?
Designed for everyday carry and backcountry use, this packable ground cloth folds down small enough to fit in a back pocket, haversack, or clip onto a backpack. It’s lightweight and easy to bring along on any outdoor trip.
Can the Tracking Ground Cloth be used for anything besides animal tracking?
Yes! Beyond animal tracking, this multipurpose ground cloth can be used as an emergency tarp, makeshift shelter, gear mat, or even a cover for food prep. Its versatility makes it an essential piece of gear for hikers, campers, and survivalists.