The Robin’s Nest – How to Identify Bird Nests: When we hike in nature, we only see the things we consider important. When I was studying to be a naturalist, each week’s guest lecturer would take us out … Continue Reading →
New York Times Recommends “Primitive Technology” (Video)
Against my will, I was bewitched. Like 20 million others, I casually tuned in to watch the “Primitive Technology” videos on YouTube. I admit it, I was cynical. I … Continue Reading →
Remembering Scott Peden
Word reached me this week that Scott Peden passed away. Scott has been leading nature walks through Big Basin Redwoods State Park for the last 20 years. Scott’s knowledge … Continue Reading →
Something to Try: The Cross Stick Fire (Video)
I love learning new bushcraft skills! No matter how long I practice bushcraft, there is always so much more to learn. There are techniques aimed at specific environments, traditional … Continue Reading →
Rescue Survivor Becomes Search and Rescue Volunteer
A story in the news this week caught my attention. Twenty five years ago, Cindy Moyneur England and an 11 year old boy became separated from their hiking party … Continue Reading →
XYZ –How to Fix Your Zippers (Video)
I have an old L.L. Bean jacket I love dearly. The nylon outer coat hangs to mid-thigh and the fleece liner keeps me toasty when the weather turns bleak. … Continue Reading →
My Mistake at Flora Lake
You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re on your own, and you know what … Continue Reading →
10 Books for Bushcrafters, Nature Lovers, and People Who Love the Outdoors (2016)
Learning is fundamental to bushcraft. No matter how much knowledge or experience you have, there’s always so much more to learn. Below are 10 bushcraft books I recommend. I … Continue Reading →
Don’t use a Condom when a Chicken Bag will do! (for wilderness survival)
We run a nice clean website here at NatureOutside. So you may be surprised to hear me talk about condoms. But condoms had a place in wilderness survival for ages. … Continue Reading →
10 Equipment Gifts for Bushcrafters, Nature Lovers, and People Who Love the Outdoors (2016)
It’s hard to shop for someone who loves the outdoors. You want to get them something they’ll use and enjoy. A gift that matches their interests and inspires them … Continue Reading →
How to Catch a Polar Bear (bushcraft Joke)
Bushcraft is Fun! Bushcraft is the practical knowledge of our natural world. You can use bushcraft skills to provide shelter, water, fire and food from materials found in our … Continue Reading →