Check out my new ultimate EDC knife: Bark River Gunny/Bravo

Sometimes, a couple small tweaks can change something from almost perfect to WOW!

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Choose the best three knives for big game hunting

Every prepper, survivalist and big game hunter needs knives for processing the meat of large animals. Here’s how to make a good choices in what you buy!

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NY Magazine: What are the ten best first aid kits

A medical first aid kit should be in every vehicle and home. What are the best kits on the market?

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Situational awareness? Lost hiker didn’t answer phone because didn’t recognize the number

Situational awareness is a lifesaver. So is prior preparation. This lost hiker in Colorado had neither and survived because of pure luck.

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Review: ‘The Grand Circle’ captures magic of Southwest parks

The Southwestern United States has some magical places that seem almost surreal. This book can help you find some of the best spots.

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Best beginner shotgun? Check out a 20 gauge single-shot break action

Here is why a simple, single-shot shotgun may be the best choice for a beginner and a valuable addition to your preparedness battery.

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Video: Shell Portable Lithium Jump Starter takes risk out of jumper cables and cold, dead batteries

It’s a bad feeling to go out to your vehicle on a cold, dark night to find the battery is dead. Now what? Who or what will help you jump start the battery and get the vehicle going? This what the Shell Portable Lithium Jump Starter is designed to do.…

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Review: Olight Perun mini headlamp | Light weight with heavy duty illumination

This tiny light may be just what you need to lighten up your pack and brighten up your night.

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How to choose the best wool pants for winter comfort, camping and survival

One of the first winter camping items you should get is wool pants. Here is how to pick the ones that will suit your needs best.

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Desert-tested gear that worked really well on Arizona trek

Some people field test gear, then never do a follow-up. But the real test of product quality is over continued, sustained hard use. These products proved themselves – again – in the hot Arizona desert.

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