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
Hydrate Faster with Oral Rehydration Therapy
Oral Rehydration Therapy involves drinking water with several key substances added, most importantly sugar and salt. The W.H.O. and UNICEF recommend it.
Preparation
Nuclear Knowledge: A-Bombs and H-Bombs
Knowing the difference between A-bombs and H-bombs can help us understand the threat that nuclear warfare may pose today, as well as key players with nukes.
Gear
Skysaver Emergency Rescue Backpack
The SkySaver emergency rescue backpack has made escaping a high-rise building easier than ever. This self-contained pack makes rappelling user-friendly.
Survival
The History of Bioterrorism
We examine 3 incidents in the history of bioterrorism carried out by civilians, cults, and rogue groups using Anthrax and other weaponized agents.
Survival
More Yucca Uses: Food, Soap, Fire Starters, and Fishing
There are many Yucca uses for survival, from food to fire-starting. This common plant is jam-packed with useful materials and resources for survival.
Survival
Improvised Cordage from Yucca Plants
The Yucca plant can be found throughout most of the western United States, and is easy to spot. It's also an excellent source of improvised cordage.
Preparation
Infographic: Scams to Avoid Around the World
This in-depth infographic from Just the Flight shows 40 different scams to avoid while traveling. Learn them to avoid getting conned out of your cash.
Gear
Looking Back: Gear Counterfeiter Arrested in Sting Operation
We're always happy to see companies standing up for their products, and fighting the unsafe gear counterfeiter operations that could put lives at risk.