Over the past few weeks, I’ve been given an opportunity to observe a large group of bears. My estimate ranges between nine and 12 bears in this one spot. I thought that there were two in the beginning. What have I learned? 1.) People aren’t joking when they talk about how poorly a bear sees [...]
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Jack Mountain Bushcraft
If you’re thinking about taking any sort of bushcraft skills course, I have to recommend that you check out Jack Mountain Bushcraft. Last fall, me, Carl and Uncle Bern had a chance to tour the field school in Masardis, Maine. Tim Smith gave us a great tour of the school. It was completely inspiring. I’m [...]
Beekeeping
Today in the News: Check out our Etsy store. We’ve done a fair amount of business over the past month. I’ve lowered prices on everything in an effort to move some of our inventory. As you can see we’ve branched out on our items and now offer pieces that will appeal to both men and [...]
Tritium Fiber Optic Pistol Sights – by Keith, the Jeep Shootist
Today in the News: Keith returns with a great review on fiber optic pistol sights. I have no experience with fiber optic pistol sights, but after this article, I soon will. They are cool. Two things nobody ever tells you is that 1.) Seeing your sights after dusk is really difficult and 2.) If you [...]
Fires in Conifer
Lots of friends called today to ask us if we’re okay. We didn’t even know that there were wildfires near us until they called. Good thing for friends and phones right? Well tonight, after reading lots of reports, I decided to drive a bit closer to see where they are in relation to our home. [...]
A Simple Reminder
Today in the News: My camera is broken, so I have decided to write about what was on my mind today. Don’t worry. It isn’t that deep. On tap for next week: The less-than-a-dollar sheath, Little Orphan Axie and a modification to the old carboard stove that makes it much easier to cook over. [...]
Mystery Man in the Mountains
This story caught my eye. I think that a lot of people here have thought about changing their name, burning their clothes and disappearing into the woods. For most, it is a dream, idealized and romanticized. It wouldn’t be as easy as we daydream about. If you’ve ever read about Eric Rudolph, you understand that [...]
Another take on a simple winter shelter
Today in the News: If you’re the praying type, please pray for Bernard Ten Bears. He is looking down the barrel of something that I hope that I never have to face. Ask the Lord to put His hand on Bernard and heal him. Bernard Ten Bears sent me this on of he and his [...]
Gimme Shelter
No, we’re not going to talk about Mick and Keith, although Keith is a study in certain types of survival . “Say, Keith, would you measure the amount of cocaine that you’ve done in your life by the ton or metric ton?” “C’mon now, lad. That’s like asking Mick if he ever took Bowie off [...]
More Happy People
Today in the News: We’ve added some new items to the store. Check them out. Where else can you find a mounted bobcat head on the cheap? As you can see, Carl has also added a feature on the side that shows our latest items. In other news, Christopherson Salt Chuthers, a.k.a. Chris Morton, is [...]
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