African trackers track best in the areas In which they were born, and when moved to new areas must be given time to become used to the climatic conditions and the difference in vegetation and soils. Patience, persistence and acute observation are the basis of good tracking. The Terrs have their own methods of informing members of their gangs where they have gone, or where they have hidden their food, and they also have their own warning system. These can be spotted by an alert patrol. The examples of signs given below are old and were only effective in certain areas.
Signs vary from area to area and from gang to gang.
Patrols should attempt to recognize new signs and pass back all information regarding these signs. The interrogation of prisoners must include the finding out of signs. The examples noted are only given as a guide as to what to expect. All signs are as inconspicuous as possible in order to conceal them from the security forces. Bent down and pointing in the direction required.