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.

ZOLEO Review

Nicholas Italiano gets his hand on the ZOLEO satellite communicator and discusses its value in the wilderness and beyond!

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.

Garmont Tactical T8 Boots

Join Nick Italiano for a review of three of the latest variations of Garmont Tactical's venerated T8 Tactical Boots.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.