I Pet a Rattlesnake – And Question My Life Choices: Fizz was not happy to be out of her bucket. And she made her displeasure known. The high frequency buzz of an angry rattlesnake is unmistakable once you have … Continue Reading →
The 20 Highest Calorie Backpacking Snacks
An army travels on its stomach. – Anonymous I’m excited for the warmer weather to return. I can already see the signs that spring is on its way. … Continue Reading →
Missing Hiker Found at Home Depot
Missing hiker John Addle has been found alive in Home Depot after five days of searching. The solo hiker was reported missing by his wife March 26, when she … Continue Reading →
Lost While Hiking – What to do if you become lost in the wilderness
Several NatureOutside readers contacted me this month, asking about what to do if they get lost while hiking. It’s not a quick answer. And I want to give good … Continue Reading →
Bushcraft Time Change (Humor)
Daylight saving time has begun in California, and we’ve set our clocks ahead one hour. I can tell by the way my coworkers stumble around the office. There are … Continue Reading →
Free Entrance Days in Our National Parks 2018
Our National Parks are “America’s best idea.” Well here’s an even better one: Free Admission! Free Admission Every year, the National Parks Service offers free admission to all … Continue Reading →
How to make a Ladder in the Woods (Video)
Just remember, you can’t climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets. – Arnold Schwarzenegger If you spend extended time in the wilderness, you may … Continue Reading →
How to Make a Custom Firesteel without Fancy Tools
Have you seen those slick custom-handled firesteels? The ones made from beautiful burl woods with exotic grains? Perhaps you want one to match the handle of your bushcraft knife? … Continue Reading →
Hike to Skeleton Grove (Part 2)
Our intrepid group of animal trackers sets out for a Monterey cypress forest. The trees are on a cliff-top overlooking the northern California coast. In Part 1, we explore a … Continue Reading →
Find Your Connection
This meme appeared in many forms across the Internet and on Facebook. So I don’t know where it originated. But it’s a great reminder of an important message. Research … Continue Reading →
Hike to Skeleton Grove (Part 1)
Do you fear death? Many of us do. I recently led a hike for the US Fish and Wildlife Service. We explored a coastal marsh to see the amazing … Continue Reading →