Progression by Regression
The training system that I have developed recognizes that there is an inversely proportionate relationship between gear and skills. That is just a fancy way…
Category: Blogs
Water is Life
Water really is life, so being able to get clean water in the backcountry is a huge priority. It is an immediate need. Generally speaking,…
The True Value of Training
A father and son teamed up for a course and left with an unforgettable wilderness experience. My name is Jeff Carlson. My son Jack and…
D.I.Y. Maple Syrup Process
Guest Blog by Desmond Armstrong The season may be coming to a close shortly, but it’s not too late to tap those beautiful maple trees…
Cold Weather, No Problem
I am excited about the latest film that we captured in Maine. Not only is it a rare chance to do a film in a…
Ready or Not, Winter is Here
Winter is here. It brought the cold weather with it again this year. Winter really separates the “outdoor recreation enthusiast” category into those that still…
Green Beret’s No-Nonsense Bug Out
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is an important study in human motivation. I find myself referring to this hierarchy on a continual basis when it comes…
Bug Out Survival Supplemental Kits (B.O.S.S.)
Putting together a kit for emergencies can often be considered “expensive”, especially if you are putting it together with the best components that you can…
Could the GB2 Ultralight Bug Out Bag lose some weight?
The Ultralight Bug Out Bag 2.0 is alive and doing well. It went over 100k views pretty quickly. If you remember, the original had somewhere…
Urban Supplemental Kit for Bug Out Bags
Many have asked me what I would change to my personal Bug Out bag for an Urban environment. Considering that the majority of the population…
