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.
Survival
Hypothermia: Keeping Safe in Winter Weather
The winter months bring an increased risk of hypothermia. Join Nick Italiano for a brief overview of how to prevent and treat hypothermia.
Gear
Dark Mountain Arms Stowaway Rifle & Pistol
Check out Patrick Diedrich's hand review of the ultra compact the Dark Mountain Arms Stowaway Rifle and Pistol
Survival
Interview With Tom Sarge, Trauma Therapist
Join us for an interview with Trauma Therapist Tom Sarge and his unique outlook of mental health and survival.
Preparation
Editor’s Letter
Check out Patrick Diedrich's Editor's Letter detailing the content of issue 65 of Recoil Offgrid Magazine.
Gear
GARMIN inReach Messenger Plus Review
The GARMIN inReach Messenger Plus offers a solid solution for off-grid communication, allowing users to send text, photo, and voice messages via satellite.
Gear
Suunto Sonic: Bone Conduction Headphones Review
The Suunto Sonic bone conduction headphones offer a unique open-ear listening experience, delivering surprisingly rich sound through your jawbone while keeping you aware of your surroundings.
Preparation
CANCON Carolinas Hurricane Relief: Get Free Tickets!
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, CANCON and Offgrid are teaming up to offer free tickets to those affected. Eligible residents can attend CANCON Carolinas for free on November 8th, thanks to our partnership with Silencer Central. It’s our way of standing with you in recovery.
Preparation
CONPLAN 8888: Counter Zombie Dominance Operations
The objective of this plan is threefold: protect humankind, eradicate zombie threats, aid civil authorities in maintaining law and order.