American Hat Company Wide Brim Felt Fedora review
Everybody needs an attractive, effective, protective hat they can feel comfortable wearing in public. This fedora is a good choice, and it’s stylish too!
Top Five boots to include in a Get Home bag
In the unpredictable world we live in, being prepared for urban disasters is a really, really good idea. Today, we’re diving into an essential element of your bug-out (or Get Home) bag – footwear. Specifically, we’ll check out five boots that are not only built for urban survival but can…
Go take a walk – reconnect with nature and yourself
“I find that the three truly great times for thinking thoughts are when I am standing in the shower, sitting on the john, or walking. And the greatest, by far, is walking” – Colin Fletcher The Complete Walker.
Review: Darn Tough® wool socks are durable, quality survival gear
Wool socks are standard hiking gear for me year round, and good socks are an investment. Here are some socks that will last.
Video: New innovations on old rocket stove design
It is amazing how things can always be upgraded or improved, no matter how simple the design. My old reliable brick rocket stove design has been improved in Indonesia.
La Pine, Oregon veteran recalls Omaha Beach landing on D Day
On this 79th anniversary of D Day, I hope to honor my friend, the late Bob Shotwell, by posting his recollections of the D Day amphibious assault.
Review: Muck Boots Apex Mid Zip waterproof boots
My waterproof boots get used hard on the Mississippi River, and these Muck Boots Apexes are proving to be up to the task.
Dangerous compasses can lead you into deep trouble! Check these out!
The compass’s red needle always points north. The compass is always right. Until it isn’t. A defective compass can lead you into deep trouble.
Review: Naturehike® trekking poles for safer and more comfortable hiking
Are you using trekking poles yet when you hike? Wonder if you need to, or if trekking poles are a good safety addition to your gear? These Naturehike® trekking poles could be a valuable addition to your gear.
‘Bushcraft Basics’ gets top five bushcraft book rating
“Bushcraft Basics: A Common Sense Wilderness Survival Handbook” has made the top five list of Bushcraftinfo.com’s best bushcraft books. Wow. Thanks, everyone!
