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
Video: Pawpaw, The Fruit that Saved Lewis and Clark
Also known as custard apple or "Indiana banana" as a result of their soft, sweet flesh, the pawpaw is the largest edible fruit native to the United States.
Survival
Video: Eating Whip Scorpions as a Survival Food
Unlike true scorpions, whip scorpions lack a venomous stinger. These desert arachnids are slow-moving and edible, as long as you can stomach them.
Survival
Book Review: “Lights Out” by Ted Koppel
Ted Koppel's book "Lights Out" is an acknowledgement of the power grid’s vulnerability and a call to action to for the government and its citizens.
Gear
New: THYRM DarkVault Gear Cases
The standard THYRM DarkVault blocks signals from cell towers, Bluetooth, and GPS, offering the ability to take your devices offline and keep them protected.
Preparation
Still Relevant? 31 Days of Online Security Tips
The following infographic from Delta Risk offers 31 days of simple online security tips that can increase your family's protection against cybercrimes.
Survival
Home Defense with an Offensive Mindset
As the saying goes, there are times when the best defense is a good offense. In a home defense situation, actively clearing rooms can help you locate the threat quickly.
Preparation
Test Your Cybersecurity Senses with this Phishing Quiz
In order to teach users how to distinguish legitimate emails from malicious attacks, Google created an interactive phishing quiz. Take it to see how well you can spot the warning signs.
Gear
Behind the Scenes at Rowen Manufacturing, Home of ESEE Knives
Rowen Manufacturing didn't start out in the knife business, but for the last 12 years, this family-run machine shop has been crafting ESEE survival knives.