Review: ‘Five Years After’ – a realistic look at what happens after an EMP disaster

The John Masterson series of  books are scary realistic. The books tell about a small North Carolina community of Black Rock, and how the town works together to survive after an EMP strike sends the area back 100 years. The latest in the series, “Five Years After”, is about community…

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Best bushcraft knife? I like the Bark River Aurora

If you’re searching for a survival and/or bushcraft knife, here’s some things to look for. I checked out the Bark River Aurora in 2014, and I am still impressed.

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Review: Bark River Mini Gunny – Your Grail knife may be here!

The Bark River Gunny series of knives is one of my all-time favorite cutlery designs. The new Mini Gunny may end up being your favorite.

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Bark River Bird and Trout Knife has great design, many uses

For small game and fishing, you need a light, handy knife for gutting and field dressing. That’s what the Bark River Bird and Trout Knife was designed for.

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Check out this video review of the Bark River Liten Bror

It’s a beefed up, Scandinavian style knife. If you like Mora-style knives, you’ll probably love the Bark River Liten Bror.

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Video adventure in the Oregon backcountry: Visit Pete French’s round barn

The historic Round Barn in the Oregon backcountry is well worth the drive to go see it.

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The best bushcraft knife? We review the Bark River Bushcrafter

When it comes to bushcraft/survival knives, how much is enough? Here’s an offering from Bark River Knives that might be just what you need.

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Videos: Nine mistakes that can ruin cast iron cookware

Taking care of your cast iron cookware is not difficult, but ruining the finish is easy. Here are some things NOT to do.

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Review: Bark River Mini Kephart – A do-it-all knife

The Kephart may be the best do-it-all knife design. Bark River’s Mini Kephart may be what the backpacker, or everyday user needs.

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Video review: Casstrom Safari is little knife with large abilities

Sometimes the best knife for the job is a smaller one. This Casstrom Safari is small, lightweight and easy to carry.

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