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.
Preparation
Crank Up the Heat with a Long Fire
The long fire technique uses two long logs on a raised platform. Once ignited, it radiates a wide swath of heat to warm your entire campsite.
Preparation
Survival Fishing: Willow Fish Basket
There are lots of methods beyond using a rod to catch fish, many of which have been used effectively for centuries. The fish basket is one of those methods.
Gear
Giveaway: 5.11 Tactical RUSH72 Backpack & More
5.11 Tactical is going to give away a free RUSH72 backpack to one lucky OFFGRIDweb reader. Simply enter the giveaway contest here for a chance to win.
Survival
“The 3 W’s” of Surviving Winter in a Hammock
A few months ago, we posted an article called "Hammocks 101", and it caught the attention of...
Gear
Daniel Defense 300BLK: Subsonic Ammo for Home Defense
The new Daniel Defense 300BLK ammunition is manufactured with the highest-quality parts available, making it a great choice for home defense and survival.
Gear
Looking Back: CRKT Forged by War
The CRKT Forged By War program supports veterans and charities, but also launches new blade designs inspired by combat. How's that for a win-win scenario?
Survival
Futuristic Survival: Solar-Powered Floating Buildings
Our planet's surface is 71% water, so these solar-powered floating buildings offer a good way to escape civilization. Would you ever consider living in one?
Preparation
Plant Lamps: Miniature Gardening Without Sunlight
The Mygdal Plant Lamp is designed specifically for growing small plants in windowless rooms, and requires no watering, sunlight, or ventilation to grow.