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My Survival Interest Evolution
I'm 44 years old and I've been in the survival game for a minute. I remember when I wondered where I would be at this age when I was only... -
Hunting Season is Year Round
Hunting Season is Year Round At the time of writing this, it has been almost 3 months since the official end of the rifle deer hunting season here in NC.... -
Ten Lessons from Performance Carbine
Ten Lessons Learned from Fieldcraft Survival's Performance Carbine Course Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to audit Fieldcraft Survival’s Basic Pistol course taught by my friend Rick Lofton. An... -
Gear Spotlight with Kevin Estela: Part I
5 Backcountry Gear Items to Consider This week’s blog is a departure from the usual content you would expect from me. Instead of focusing on a set of skills, a... -
Paddle and Pack
Canoeing and Kayaking in the Backcountry The year is 1994. I’ve been hounding my father about learning how to kayak. That word was not well known back then, and the... -
SERE Instructor Wisdom: An Interview with Jason Smith of Hobo Forge Survival
Jason Smith and I have a great friendship. There is mutual respect, understanding of each other's background, and a common goal to improve people's experience in the great outdoors. I've... -
Streamline Your Gear
One of my pet peeves in the bushcraft community is backpacks with trinkets hanging off them. You've probably seen them online, and maybe you've been able to witness one in... -
Lessons from the Basic Pistol Course
5 Lessons from the Basic Pistol Course One of the best perks of my job is being able to help out some of the greatest instructors around. Recently, I jumped... -
Beginners Guide To Suppressors
Suppressors are the civilized way to enjoy your firearms. In addition to being good for your health (regular exposure to unsuppressed gunfire can cause hearing loss), there are plenty of... -
Thoughts on Wellness
Daily healthy habits are the foundation of wellness. Getting a good dose of vitamin D from sunshine, getting your steps in, watching your portion sizes at meals, and reducing screen... -
Building Future Leaders: The Impact of Jiu-Jitsu Training for Kids
Jiu-Jitsu, known for its emphasis on technique, leverage, and discipline, has transcended its traditional role as a combat sport. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the... -
Decoding Fieldcraft Alphabet Soup
An acronym is an abbreviation made by the initial letter of a series of words. If you know any teenagers who live on their phones, you’ve probably heard them say...