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.
Survival
Infographic: 14 Ways to Improve Self Discipline
Sticking to new year's resolutions and prepping plans isn't easy. Improving your self discipline will help you improve and be ready when disaster strikes.
Gear
Six Lighters & Torches to Keep Your Fires Burning This Winter
Both lighters and torches can easily ignite a campfire, and many share the same butane fuel, but there are functional differences as well.
Survival
Salt in a Wound: Is it Viable for Emergency Medicine?
The phrase "salt in a wound" came from salt's historical use as an antiseptic, but modern science indicates salting a wound may be as harmful as it sounds.
Preparation
RECOILtv: Caribou Hunting in Alaska
Iain Harrison teamed up with the non-profit organization Camp Patriot to bring a group of three wounded veterans on this caribou hunting trip in Alaska.
Gear
Review: Benchmade Bugout Folding Knife
Despite tipping the scales at just 1.85 ounces, the new Benchmade Bugout EDC knife offers a 3.24-inch blade, tough Grivory handle, and a reasonable price.
Transportation
Converting a School Bus Into a DIY RV
If you're looking for an affordable DIY RV or bug-out truck, consider checking out a used school bus. This YouTuber retrofitted a bus in just 11 days.
Survival
Last Man Projects: Survival Lessons from a Road Tramp
Charles considers himself a road tramp, or a long-term vagrant who chose a mobile lifestyle. His insights can help you consider long-term survival.
Survival
Video: Living Out of a Storage Unit
A YouTuber known as 007craft posted this video tour of the tiny home he concealed inside a 10' by 10' storage unit he rents for $205 per month.