Articles by
Patrick Diedrich
Patrick Diedrich is the Editorial Content Director at Recoil Offgrid and a retired Army Sergeant First Class who spent over a decade in uniform as a Cavalry Scout and Recruiter, deploying twice to Iraq. Since hanging up the uniform, he's earned two master's degrees, served as a Search and Rescue Training Officer in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, run a consulting forestry business, a custom knife shop, and earned certifications in everything from incident command and aviation safety, to hazmat awareness and fiber optics. He brings a practitioner's perspective to every piece he writes.
Preparation
Top Countries to Survive the Apocalypse
We explore two sources discussing which countries would be best for surviving a catastrophic disaster, and why you should avoid others.
Gear
Toughest AR-15 Upper: Apocalypse-proofing Your Bugout Carbine
Learn more about what makes an AR withstand the test of hard times, and what we equipped on our bugout carbine.
Survival
Journey Back in Time: Embracing Ancient Hunting Techniques
Primitive skills instructor Phillip Liebel delves into the ancestral Puebloan culture and their ancient hunting techniques.
Gear
How to Plan and Pack Your Go Bag
Matt Williams of Foundation Defense breaks down his method for emergency preparedness and offers insights on packing a bug out bag.
Survival
Tiga Tactics Knife Defense Seminar: Alertness and Survival in San Francisco
Explore essential knife defense techniques, street fight dynamics, knife laws, and survival strategies. Your life may depend on it!
Preparation
“Survivalist” Manhunt: Craig Caudill’s Insights Of a Fugitive on the Run
Survival expert Craig Caudill provides insights regarding the Pennsylvania manhunt for escaped inmate, Michael Burham.
Preparation
HRT LBAC Plate Carrier: The Evolution of Body Armor
Learn how the Load Bearing Adaptive Carrier (LBAC) by HRT revolutionizes tactical gear for enhanced mobility and protection.
Preparation
Unsolicited Smartwatches: Potential Threats and How to Respond
Military have reported receiving unsolicited smartwatches in a potential brushing scheme. Learn what to do if you become the target.