Articles by
Nicholas Italiano
Nicholas Italiano is the Associate Editor for Recoil Offgrid. A dedicated writer, outdoor professional, and survival skills enthusiast, he combines strong writing ability with real-world expertise in wilderness and urban survival, ecology, wildlife, and ecosystem management. His passion for the natural world began in childhood through family trips to America’s National Parks and Northeast preserves. This early interest led to advanced academic training, earning a B.S. in Environmental Science and an M.S. in Environmental Policy.
Nick continually sharpens his skills through hands-on field experience and professional training in both urban and wilderness survival. He also holds certifications in first aid, wilderness first aid, herbalism, and foraging. His writing emphasizes practical skills development, honest gear evaluations, and bridging the gap between urban and wilderness preparedness.
Gear
ZOLEO Review
Nicholas Italiano gets his hand on the ZOLEO satellite communicator and discusses its value in the wilderness and beyond!
Gear
Knives By Nuge
Nicholas Italiano discusses two of the newest knives in the Knives Nuge lineup, the Bruin and it's smaller EDC friendly counterpart, the Cub.
Gear
Garmont Tactical T8 Boots
Join Nick Italiano for a review of three of the latest variations of Garmont Tactical's venerated T8 Tactical Boots.
Events
Blade Show Atlanta 2025 Recap
Join Offgrid Associate Editor, Nick Italiano, as he recaps of some of his favorite knives, hot new gear, and moments from Blade Show Atlanta!
Preparation
Recoil Offgrid Undisclosed
What is Recoil Offgrid Undisclosed? Check out this one of a kind immersive training event that will be the experience of a lifetime.
Survival
Foraging for Wild Edibles
Join Nick Italiano for an overview of foraging wild edibles and learn how you can develop foraging skills to access what nature provides.
Events
Offgrid at Blade Show Atlanta
Blade Show Atlanta 2025 is around the corner! Get Ready for the latest and greatest knives and some survival knife training from the Offgrid Team!
Preparation
Raven Wilderness School Review: Wilderness Survival I
Join Nick Italiano for his review of the Raven Wilderness School's Wilderness Survival I course taught by Jeff Hatch.