"I'm going to drive this thing into the ground." I've said that a few times since purchasing my 2015 Toyota 4Runner Trail edition. That vehicle has been with me for 169,000 miles and many adventures as I've crisscrossed the nation. Of the cars I've owned in my lifetime, this one has been my favorite …

In martial arts, various disciplines offer unique self-defense and personal development approaches. Among the options, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) stands out as a martial art that equips individuals with practical self-defense techniques and profoundly enhances one's daily life. This blog will explore …

Land navigation is one of those courses where students can level up in an extremely short time. It’s one of my favorite courses to instruct, and I just wrapped up teaching a class of 12 a couple of days ago. When the course starts, I ask students their understanding of land navigation on a scale fro …

Pump or Semi? Bead, rifle sights, or red dot? What weapon light? What ammo carrier? Which sling do you like? Did Epstein kill himself? Over the years, I've received these questions about my preferences for defensive shotguns. The last question is unrelated, a resounding "NO," and good to remember. T …

Planning backward. The process of beginning with the end in mind and then determining the means needed to achieve your desired outcome. We can use this method for trip planning, to hit new personal records, or, in the context of this blog, to avoid common accidents and improve your hunting safety. B …

Ever heard the expression, "Honesty is the best policy?" It has been around for quite some time. Some attribute it to Benjamin Franklin, while others trace it further back. The expression is hundreds of years old, but it still holds true today in many domains, including training. Honesty IS the best …