A Chair with a View – The Helinox Chair Zero Backpacking Chair: This article contains affiliate links. Why I use a Backpacking Chair My butt sent me a memo. After years of squatting on logs, perching on questionable boulders, and … Continue Reading →
5 Simple Tarp Setups (Video)
In the survival class I teach, we learn how to use a lightweight tarp to construct an emergency shelter. Below is a terrific video by another Steve that shows several … Continue Reading →
Are We There Yet? (Humor)
Keep an eye out for up-and-coming cartoonist Brendan Leonard. Brendan is a writer, speaker, and adventurer. His blog semi-rad is a wonderful mix of his cartoons, essays, and humor. … Continue Reading →
Denali – The Tale of Ten Bears
My joy is indescribable. After five days of rain, the weather has broken. But that’s not the only reason for my good humor. Today, I happen to be the … Continue Reading →
Denali – Tundra Hike
So, this is Alaska! I smile. As I stand outside in the early morning, Alaska looks a lot like the inside of a fog bank. Rain, just barely more … Continue Reading →
How much fuel is left in your stove’s gas canister? (Video)
Gas canister stoves are lightweight and simple to use. But there’s no easy way to tell how much fuel is left in the canister. Have you ever been camping … Continue Reading →
Denali – Train to the Wilderness
Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, … Continue Reading →
There is No Poop Fairy! (Humor)
I saw this funny trail sign at Calero County Park in San Jose, California. I’ve mentioned this park before because it is home to the famous Bat Hotel. Calero … Continue Reading →
How to Use the Mirror on Your Compass (Video)
Have you ever noticed that many high-end compasses have a mirror built into them? Have you wondered what the mirror was for? Maybe it’s to signal for help in … Continue Reading →
Outhouse Cartoon (Humor)
Next month’s Bushcraft Newsletter focuses on getting children outdoors. A single father shares how he connects with his young children when they go outside. There are also articles on … Continue Reading →
Getting Into Nature: How I Help My Kids Love the Outdoors
Daniel, a single father, writes about the challenges and rewards of introducing young children to nature. Learn more about our guest author by reading his profile below… In … Continue Reading →







