Backyard Survival Gardening for Food Security and Self-Sufficiency
I’m no gardening expert. My wife handles most of that work, and she’s got skills I definitely don’t have. But over the years, I’ve watched what she does and learned a few things about how growing your own food can really boost your food security. It’s not about becoming completely self-sufficient overnight – that’s just […]
Survive the Cold: 7 Must-Know Winter Camping Essentials Beyond the Basics
The gear most people pack for winter camping could actually get them killed. After guiding tourists through frozen rivers in Canada’s Northwest Territories and surviving blizzards that shut down entire communities, I’ve seen how standard gear lists fail when temperatures drop to -20°C and below. There’s a moment that stays with me—standing in the Northwest […]
Mother’s Day: Honoring Moms with Survival Wisdom
Mother’s Day has never been a big deal in this household. While the holiday is celebrated enthusiastically across North America, our family barely observed it growing up. This year, a plan emerged to mark Mother’s Day with an outdoor excursion – what better way to honor maternal figures than by engaging with Mother Nature herself? […]
Winter Car Emergency Kit Checklist: Beyond Basic Supplies
Living in the Arctic Circle has taught me that vehicle safety isn’t just about careful driving—it’s about thorough preparation. The extreme conditions we face here shape every aspect of how we approach travel. Vast distances between communities, temperatures that plummet far below freezing, and remote roads that rarely see traffic all contribute to a different […]