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Bushcraft
Cold Smoke and Wet Air: Preserving Fish Yields in Coastal Wilderness
Coastal wilderness presents unique challenges for preserving fish. High humidity and ever-present insects can spoil a hard-won catch quickly. This guide breaks down the critical factors for successful cold smoking and air drying.
By Graham Eddy · · 7 min
Kayaking With Humpbacks in Haida Gwaii: Where, When, and the Rules That Apply
Timing, hotspots, legal approach distances, and what to actually do when a humpback surfaces beside your kayak.
By Graham Eddy · · 7 min
How to Install Fur String Silencers (Beaver, Otter, and Rabbit)
The tuck-and-wrap method for beaver fur string silencers, where to place them on the string, how much fur to use, and why fur beats wool in wet weather.
By Graham Eddy · · 6 min
Finding Water in Canyon Country: Reading the Land
Canyon country is beautiful, but water can be scarce. Learn how to read geological clues, identify key vegetation, and understand the hydrology of arid drainages to locate reliable water sources like seeps and tinajas.
By Graham Eddy · · 10 min
The Silent Killer: How Shoulder Straps Wreck Your Rain Gear's Waterproofing
That trusty waterproof jacket or pack cover? It's slowly dying, not from punctures, but from the relentless, grinding action of your backpack's shoulder straps. We dive into the science of hydrostatic head decay and why your gear leaks where you least expect it.
By Graham Eddy · · 8 min
Coastal Rainforest Firecraft: Finding Dry Fuel When All Seems Lost
When the coastal rainforest has absorbed weeks of rain, finding dry fuel for a fire can feel impossible. This guide cuts through the wet to show you where to look, what to use, and how to process materials for a successful blaze, even in the soggiest conditions.
By Graham Eddy · · 6 min
The Complete Guide to Fishing the Boundary Waters
Fishing the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is an experience unlike any other. This guide covers everything from target species and ideal seasons to the right tackle and effective canoe-fishing tactics, ensuring a successful and memorable trip.
By Graham Eddy · · 10 min
Bushcraft
How to Customize a Camp Saw: Blades, Handles, and Carry Systems That Actually Work
A folding or bucksaw is one of the highest-leverage tools in a camp kit, and it responds well to smart modification. Here is how to tune blades, handles, tension, and carry so your saw cuts faster and rides better.
By Graham Eddy · · 9 min
Bushcraft
How to Customize a Multitool: From Factory Fresh to Field-Ready
A multitool is already versatile out of the box, but a few thoughtful mods can turn it into a purpose-built companion. Here is how to personalize, upgrade, and field-proof your multi-tool without ruining it.
By Graham Eddy · · 8 min
Camping & Backpacking
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026: Field Tested
Clean water in the backcountry isn't an option, it's a necessity. We've put the latest water filters through their paces, detailing the pros and cons of squeeze, gravity, pump, and chemical treatments so you can choose the right system for your adventures.
By Graham Eddy · · 8 min
Bushcraft
Should You Char an Axe Handle? What Fire Actually Does to Hickory
Charring a handle looks great and gets shared a lot online. Here's what it actually changes about the wood — the good, the bad, and when to skip it.
By Graham Eddy · · 5 min
Bushcraft
What Actually Makes a Good Axe Handle
Grain orientation, wood species, growth ring count, and shape all matter — but not equally. Here's what to look for when you buy a handle blank.
By Graham Eddy · · 6 min
Responsible Lake Fishing: Fish Handling, Invasive Species, and Clean Access
Responsible angling protects fish, habitat, access, and the people sharing the water. The work is practical: know regulations, use appropriate tackle, handle fish efficiently, keep legal harvest cool, clean and drain equipment, dispose of l
By Graham Eddy · · 2 min
Catch-and-Release Fly Fishing: Better Handling From Hookset to Swim-Away
Catch-and-release begins before the cast. Tackle, hook style, water temperature, landing plan, net, photography, and angler restraint all affect the fish. The goal is to land efficiently, keep the fish wet, minimize handling and air exposur
By Graham Eddy · · 2 min
Surf Fishing Basics: Read the Beach, Time the Tide, and Cast Safely
Surf fishing is less about casting beyond the horizon than identifying troughs, cuts, bars, points, and current where fish travel. Waves reveal the bottom: breaking water often marks shallow bars, while darker lanes or gaps can indicate dee
By Graham Eddy · · 2 min
Bottom Fishing Basics: Depth Control, Structure, and Snag Management
Bottom fishing places bait or lures near reefs, wrecks, rock, sand transitions, and other structure where many saltwater species feed. Success depends on precise depth, current, boat position, appropriate weight, and tackle strong enough to
By Graham Eddy · · 2 min
Bushcraft
How to Choose a Bushcraft Knife Without Falling for the Hype
The best bushcraft knife is not the largest, hardest, or most expensive blade. It is the knife that fits your hand, matches your legal and practical needs, holds an appropriate edge, and can be controlled through repetitive work. Steel matt
By Graham Eddy · · 3 min
Five Fly-Fishing Knots Worth Learning Well
Fly-fishing knots must connect line systems of different diameters, preserve enough strength, remain compact, and be tied correctly with cold or wet hands. A small dependable set covers most freshwater days: backing connection, line-to-lead
By Graham Eddy · · 2 min
