Survival In The Forest

Today we put the NEW Abercrombie Camp Skillet to the test—built from carbon steel, featuring a historically accurate design and a folding handle for packability. This isn’t just a gear review… it’s a real-world cook. On the fire: * Chopped sirloin * Creamed mushroom gravy * Buttermilk biscuits We’re looking at how this skillet performs

In this video, we take a deep dive into how historic camp cookware designs have shaped the modern gear we use today. From early aluminum camp kits to today’s lightweight stainless steel and titanium setups, the fundamentals haven’t changed—but the materials have. Selfrelianceoutfitters.com

https://www.mwm-trailers.com/ We discuss a small Emergency Kit that stays in my Fishing Canoe Includes all 5 C’s Cutting tools Combustion Cover Container Cordage

We to Wellsboro PA to do a book signing at Nessmuk Sporting goods and attend the 6th Annual Nessmuk Festival. Join as I visit a couple key sites along my way.

Another Tip or Trick for the “Dog-Bone for ridge-line tension

The Pathfinder Dog-bone is a project I’ve been working through about 6 mos. We will be releasing them shortly so I wanted to get some tip and trick videos up for them.

If you’re serious about radio preparedness, integrating repeater information with GPS mapping is a game changer. In this video, I walk through how to combine your radio programming with real-world location data so you always know where your communication options are—whether you’re in the backcountry, on the road, or off-grid.

Here is a look at the IFAK carried for student care in the field as an Instructor These kits can be found ​⁠selfrelianceoutfitters.com

This new Collaboration between Self Reliance Outfitters and Lester River Bushcraft to bring you this amazing canteen cover designed specifically for the Pathfinder Canteen and Cup made from Berry Compliant Military Grade Squadron material with a full Molle Back Panel.

If you’re looking to simplify your kit without sacrificing comfort, the NEW Stealth Quilt might be one of the most versatile pieces of gear you can carry. In this video, I break down real-world uses for the Stealth Quilt in a bushcraft and overland setting—from hammock insulation to ground sleeping, camp wear, and emergency use.

After spending real time in the Everglades, I break down my full kit and answer the question—did I actually need everything I packed? This after-action review covers what worked, what didn’t, and what I’d leave behind next time. Whether you’re into bushcraft, overlanding, or backcountry travel, this breakdown will help you refine your loadout and

Join us deep in the Florida Everglades for an unforgettable Adventure Camp experience focused on real-world survival skills, bushcraft, and hands-on training. In this immersive camp, we cover essential wilderness skills including: • Fishing and harvesting wild food • Alligator handling and processing • Meat processing and preservation techniques • Water purification and disinfection methods

Everyone’s been talking about the Baofeng 5R Mini… so yes — I caved. In this short I break down why I grabbed one for my cargo trailer camping setup and how a compact handheld radio fits into realistic camp prep.

Looking for an easy tailgate lunch idea for camping? In this video, I show you how to make a quick and simple Tex Mex skillet meal right on the tailgate using a compact camp stove. This is the kind of no-nonsense field lunch that works whether you’re camping, overlanding, scouting, or just need a fast

In this video, we focus on passing down the knowledge of trapping food to the next generation—not as a trend, but as a responsibility. Trapping has always been about sustainability, stewardship, and understanding the land. Long before grocery stores, families relied on ethical trapping practices to provide food, manage wildlife, and live in balance with

Beaver trapping doesn’t require a truckload of gear—just knowledge, simple tools, and time on the ground. In this backcountry set, I’m running basic, proven equipment that trappers have relied on for generations. No gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just understanding beaver behavior, reading sign, and placing steel where it belongs. This is the kind of trapping that

When camping in cold weather, staying warm isn’t about building a bigger fire — it’s about understanding and manipulating radiant heat. In this video, we break down how radiant heat from a campfire works, why distance and line-of-sight matter more than flame size, and how you can dramatically improve warmth by using fire placement, thermal

This video breaks down the Mid Century WearEver Hikers Cook Set from an R&D and field-use perspective, looking at why it was designed the way it was—and why many of those decisions still outperform modern cookware in real backcountry conditions. We examine: • Material selection and thermal efficiency • Bail-hung pot design and fire compatibility