Articles by
Patrick McCarthy
Patrick McCarthy is the 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
WWII Jungle Survival Film “Land and Live in the Jungle”
"Land and Live in the Jungle" was produced by the U.S. Army Air Forces in 1944, and intended to educate flight crews about the realities of jungle survival.
Preparation
Mugger Insurance: The Decoy Wallet
Carrying a decoy wallet helps you keep your money and identity secure in case of a mugging. This second wallet contains fake credit cards and small bills.
Preparation
Never Get a Poison Ivy Rash Again
If you've spent significant amounts of time outdoors, especially in heavily-wooded areas, you've likely seen or experienced...
Preparation
Infographic: Disappear Online
If you need to erase your digital identity and disappear online, there are some steps you can take to remove your personal information from public view.
Transportation
Jump Start a Car with AA Batteries
It's actually possible to use AA batteries to provide enough energy to jump start a car in an emergency. All you'll need is 12 batteries and some wire.
Survival
Looking Back: Inside the Fukushima Nuclear Exclusion Zone
A series of photos recently released by photographer Keow Wee Loong illustrates the desertion of the Fukushima nuclear exclusion zone in Japan.
Gear
Angle-Head Flashlights
Have you ever held a flashlight to illuminate your workspace, only to fumble with it and wish you had an extra pair of hands?
Preparation
Infographic: How to Negotiate Effectively
No matter when you need to use the skill, it's important to know how to negotiate effectively. This infographic provides a flowchart with haggling tips.