Wilderness Medic & Survival Mindset Columnist
Writes about first aid, stress control, and the mental side of survival so readers can make sound decisions when conditions turn hostile.
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Gear & EssentialsEver feel like the woods get a bit too quiet once the sun starts to drop? Imagine you are out there and your phone suddenly dies. It is a spooky...
Outdoor Hacks & TricksEver wonder if you could handle it if a simple day hike took a turn for the worse? Most outdoor emergencies are not about fighting off bears but dealing with...
Survival ScenariosImagine you're out for a hike when the trail suddenly vanishes and your phone battery hits zero. It's a scary moment, but your best tool isn't in your pack; it's...
Gear & EssentialsHave you ever tried to light a fire when the sky is dumping rain and every stick in sight is dripping wet? It is a frustrating, bone-chilling experience that can...
Mindset & PreparednessImagine you are deep in the woods when the trail suddenly disappears and the sun starts to dip. Your heart races and your first instinct is to run, but that...
Survival ScenariosYou are deep in the woods on a solo hike when the trail suddenly disappears and the sky turns gray. It is a gut-wrenching moment that can happen to anyone,...
Mindset & PreparednessImagine you're deep in the woods, the sun is setting, and you realize you're lost. Most people think a fancy knife will save them, but survival is actually 90 percent...
Gear & EssentialsImagine sitting by a crackling campfire while your favorite playlist keeps the mood going and your camera stays ready for that perfect sunrise shot. Portable power has turned roughing it...
Outdoor Hacks & TricksDid you know that a thin sheet of silver plastic originally designed by NASA for spacecraft could actually save your life for the price of a cup of coffee? It...
Survival SkillsHave you ever looked at the weeds in your backyard and wondered if they might actually taste good? It turns out your lawn could be a hidden salad bar. Learning...
Mindset & PreparednessYou don't drown first when you fall into icy water. You inhale. It is a scary thought, but that involuntary gasp reflex is often what catches people off guard. When...
Survival SkillsThink about your favorite sidearm for a second. It is completely worthless if it is not strapped to your hip when you actually need it. The same logic applies to...
Outdoor Hacks & TricksLet’s be honest: we all love the smell of pine needles and woodsmoke, but nobody loves the 'hiker funk' that sets in after a few days on the trail. It...
