We’ve all sat through that talk. You know the one, the one that included a story about a guy, somewhere else, who did something foolish and he became the focus of a teaching point. Chances are, you’ve probably sat through multiple talks like this and if you’re like me, you’ve said, “that could never …

We’ve all heard it. “Don’t judge a man unless you’ve walked a mile in his shoes.” This idea reminds us to use empathy and seek understanding before we cast judgment. I’d like to say I am above judging others but realistically, I am not. We don’t live in a judgment-free society and each day, I make h …

It’s important to match your software to your hardware. In other words, it is important to get proper training on the kit we all love to carry. In the immortal words of the late Lt. Col Jeff Cooper, “Owning a handgun doesn’t make you armed any more than owning a guitar makes you a musician.” We woul …

One of the first co-workers I met at Fieldcraft Survival in August 2020 in Prescott, AZ was Kevin Owens. A veteran of two country’s armies, former Green Beret, an incredible leader and friend Owens is the company’s resident long-range SME but he’ll downplay his capability. I attribute the ultimate …

When British climber George Mallory was asked about his reason for climbing Mt. Everest, he famously quipped “Because it’s there”. Mt. Everest is quite literally the tallest mountain in the world and for many, they will never step foot anywhere near it. For others though, the mountains have an unque …

It’s Sunday December 4 and I woke up around 2am in the morning when my phone started vibrating over and over. I just wrapped up a 2-Day wilderness survival course in Aberdeen, NC and fell asleep earlier than usual. My friends and Fieldcraft Survival NC fam, Gerry and Doc Mac, both messaged me about …