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
Dugout Crab Trap
In this video, a group of resourceful kids from Cambodia show how to build a simple dugout crab trap using a cut plastic jug and a few handfuls of bait.
Survival
Infographic: How to Make Objective Decisions
The human mind is often its own worst enemy. In stressful situations, your brain can be actively...
Preparation
Knife Informer’s Essential Guide to Lock Types
Folding knife manufacturers use a variety of lock mechanisms. The Essential Guide to Lock Types from Knife Informer explains the pros and cons of each.
Preparation
“Bushcraft First Aid” by Dave Canterbury
In "Bushcraft First Aid: A Field Guide to Wilderness Emergency Care" Dave Canterbury tackles providing emergency care in a wilderness setting.
Survival
Video: Fishing for Snakes
Survivalist Bob Hansler shows how a fish can be used to catch snakes, putting more meat on your table and more calories in your body.
Gear
Kid Patriot Backpacks
Kid Patriot offers a new line of children's backpacks that are made in America and custom-built to order from durable materials.
Preparation
Language Lesson: Lumens
What are lumens, and how do they differ from candlepower, lux, and watts? This article from Breach Bang Clear sheds light on the subject.
Transportation
Sara Liberte: Exclusive 2017 GMC Bug-Out Van Tour
Sara Liberte's bug-out van build has been progressing nicely, so she made an exclusive tour video that shows off the GMC's interior and exterior upgrades.