Archive | September, 2014

American Persimmon

By Dale Spaht on September 25, 2014 in Flora, Nature & Conservation, Woodcraft

The word persimmon usually conjurers up one of two reactions when brought up. The most common result is that of the serious pucker factor when tricked into biting into a green fruit. But to those that know, the memory of a sweet, succulent fruit comes to mind. Diospyros virginiana, or commonly known as the American […]

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Bull Moose Patrol on the Winter Camping Symposium Oct. 23 thru 26

By Master Woodsman on September 25, 2014 in Master Woodsman, News & Updates, Wilderness Survival, Woodcraft

by SCOTT OETH Almost overnight, it seems the seasons are quickly changing in the northwoods, which means we’re rolling into our favorite camping seasons–Fall and Winter! I am an avid Winter camper and while my wife Linda loves sleeping out on the crisp Autumn nights, she’s still…um…warming up to the idea of sub-zero bivouacs! So […]

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North Columbia Knap-In 10/9 thru 10/11

By Master Woodsman on September 25, 2014 in Master Woodsman, News & Updates

What is a Knap-In?????? A Knap-In is a gathering of flint knappers – people who make arrowheads, spear points, knife blades and such from suitable stone, glass or other material. There is more offered than just breaking rocks; there are other primitive skills demonstrated and there are often compettitions in various primitive sports such as archery, atl atl […]

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Knowledge vs. Common Sense for Wilderness Living Skills and Survival

By Christian Noble on September 18, 2014 in Fieldcraft, Master Woodsman, Survival Kit, Wilderness Survival, Woodcraft

I recently had the privilege of spending a week with one of the Godfathers of Survival, Mors Kochanski. While Mors’ resume includes 40+ years as an outdoor educator, researcher, author, and scholar, which unto itself is impressive, it simply does not do Kochanski justice. When it comes to Wilderness Living Skills and Survival, simply put, […]

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