Articles by
Patrick McCarthy
Patrick McCarthy is former editor of RECOIL OFFGRID. He currently resides in Arizona, and enjoys hiking, camping, shooting, and snapping photos along the way. You can follow his latest projects on Instagram at @pmccarthy10.
Preparation
Edible Plants & Their Dangerous Doppelgangers
Foraging for edible plants is complicated by the fact that some plants resemble edible options and but can actually be fatally toxic.
Gear
Gear Nostalgia: The Keyster
With the new Wazoo Survival Gear Keyster capsule, you can store your EDC valuables securely in the last place the bad guys are going to want to look.
Survival
Nuclear Weapon Destruction Simulator
This interactive tool from Outrider.org estimates and visually depicts the effects, fatalities, and injuries that might occur in a nuclear weapon explosion.
Survival
Alone in the Sahara: The Survival Story of Mauro Prosperi
After becoming disoriented by a sandstorm during the Marathon des Sables, Mauro Prosperi walked 180 miles through the Sahara desert and managed to survive.
Gear
NightStick DICATA Low-Profile Headlamp
The NightStick DICATA is an intrinsically-safe headlamp that can be used in a variety of dangerous environments. It features dual LEDs plus a rear ID light.
Survival
Improvised Evacuation Methods
This guide explains how to evacuate an injured person from a hazardous or remote location, such as an active-shooter event or a backcountry hike gone wrong.
Preparation
Double Fisherman’s Knot
The double fisherman's knot is a secure way of connecting two pieces of cordage. When the ropes are pulled apart, the knots slide together and cinch down.
Gear
Pistol Caliber Compatibility: Ruger PC Carbine Review
The Ruger PC Carbine is a takedown model chambered in 9mm rather than .22LR. Better yet, the PCC is compatible with standard 9mm Glock magazines.