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.
Gear
Head-to-Head Review: SureFire EDCL1-T and G2Z-MV
The new SureFire EDCL1-T and G2Z-MV flashlights share many similarities and some key differences. We set out to compare these lights head-to-head.
Preparation
Infographic: A History of Future Fears & Predictions
This infographic from the BBC shows some future fears and predictions that never panned out — or at least not to the extent that was anticipated.
Gear
Buried Treasure: How to Build a Survival Cache
A survival cache is a collection of gear and supplies you’ve hidden away for future use. This can contain some lifesaving tools for bug-out situations.
Survival
Primitive Technology: Making Natural Lime Mortar
Lime mortar has been in use for more than 6,000 years, and this strong building material can be seen in many Ancient Egyptian, Roman, and Greek buildings.
Preparation
Victim Proof: Defending Against Sexual Assault & Abduction
Women and children are some of the most vulnerable members of society to crimes of sexual assault and abduction. These self-defense techniques can help.
Survival
Video: Stone Age Fire-Starting
Although making a functional bow drill is always difficult, it's especially tough when you're doing it the stone-age way without any modern tools.
Survival
Survival Lessons From South of the Border
Ed Calderon has spent years working south of the border in Mexican law enforcement, where he encountered a nationwide epidemic of kidnapping-for-profit.
Preparation
DIY Guide: How to Make Tomato Powder
This step-by-step guide illustrates how to make tomato powder, and also discusses storage and potential uses for this flavorful preserved substance.