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
Infographic: Burglaries in the United States
The statistics tell us that a majority of burglaries in the United States occur in broad daylight, especially between 10am and 3pm.
Survival
Looking Back: Lost Hiker in Hawaii Survived 17 Days Alone
After heading out for a short hike, Eller got lost in the forest and fell down a 20-foot cliff. Despite having no gear, she survived alone for 17 days.
Survival
ALONE Season 6 First Look & Contestants
ALONE Season 6 will be set in the Arctic, near Great Slave Lake in Canada's remote Northwest Territories. New contestant bios give us a look at the show participants.
Preparation
RECOILweb: Family-Defense Considerations for Parents with Young Children
These family-defense considerations can help those of us with young children become better prepared to defend them during an encounter with a violent, armed attacker.
Gear
Review: 5.11 Tactical AMP Backpack Series
The AMP Backpacks from 5.11 Tactical are designed as a blend between hard-use bug-out gear and casual-use commuter equipment — one pack series for "all missions".
Preparation
Video: The Myths and Realities of Reading Body Language
In this WIRED video, former FBI agent Joe Navarro explains how law enforcement organizations use body language — or non-verbals, as he calls it — to detect unspoken information.
Survival
Emergency Medical Care Without a Hospital
When a natural or manmade disaster strikes, it may be a prolonged period of time before medical care is readily available. Be prepared to fend for yourself.
Survival
Infographic: The Exodus from Venezuela
This infographic from the Council on Foreign Relations shows the quantity and destinations of Venezuelan refugees — roughly 10% of the country's population.