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When I was a kid, getting to the meat of a Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) took considerable effort. I cracked the hard shells with rocks or a hammer, picking out every small piece worth saving. By the time I finished, my hands were stained brown for da
It’s that time of year again, and we are already seeing a rise in tick bites and tick-borne disease. While working in the yard a few days ago, I discovered a tick attached to my ankle. I spend a lot of time outdoors, but this was a good remind
This weekend, while gathering with family, standing at the grill, or watching the waves roll in, take a moment to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to this country. Their sacrifice shaped freedoms many now take for granted. The
TODAY, we’re kicking off Small Business Sales Week in partnership with Garage Grown Gear and a growing community of independent outdoor brands building practical gear for real-time outside. To celebrate, we’re offering the Bushlore Press
Many people head into the backcountry carrying filters, freeze-dried meals, titanium cookware, and enough synthetic fabric to survive reentry from orbit. Then they ignore the small things. Dirty hands. Wet feet. Food scraps. A neglected cut. Hygiene
There’s an old smell that clings to wool blankets, canvas tarps, and old packs after weeks in the mountains. Smoke. Pine pitch. Earth. Sweat. Most people today wrinkle their noses at it. Older cultures often understood something different. Smok
Managing Waste in the Backcountry You learn fast in the backcountry. One careless habit can sour a whole camp. Not in theory. In smell, in flies, in sickness that spreads from one set of hands to another. You hear the call of nature. You slow down
Earth Day gets one day on the calendar. The Earth does not. You live here. You eat from this ground. You breathe what the trees and waters give. That makes you an Earth person. Not by belief. By fact. Every one of us shares that. The problem is not
Toilet Paper from the Land There comes a moment out there when the plan falls apart. You check your pocket. Nothing. No roll, no backup. Just you, the trees, and a quiet realization. When you run out of TP, your #2 choice comes from the land. You s
Natural Antiseptics in the Backcountry Wound care in the backcountry rests on three priorities. 1) Clean the wound. 2) Apply protection. 3) Monitor daily. When your FAQ supplies run out, the land offers workable solutions. Yarrow leaves help slow
Field Foot Care Field foot care determines how far you travel. Blisters, fungal infections, and soft skin end trips faster than hunger or cold. Your feet are trapped in heat, moisture, and friction all day. Neglect them and distance shrinks fast. S
Feminine Hygiene in the Backcountry Feminine hygiene in the backcountry rests on three priorities. Clean materials. Clean hands. Responsible disposal. When commercial products run out, the land offers workable options. Mullein leaves feel soft due
With the new year quickly approaching, pause for a moment and look back at where your feet have been. Another year of miles. Another year of weather, dirt, mistakes, small wins, and quiet lessons. Growth does not come from speed or noise. Growth com
Deodorizing Plants for the Backcountry You stay more comfortable in the backcountry when you manage odor with simple plant knowledge. These three wild plants help you stay fresh without soap or chemicals. They grow through most of the West and work
Bathing and body care rely on simple routines that keep you healthy and alert in the backcountry. A quick wash supports clear thinking and steady movement. You do not need much water or gear. You only need awareness and a few useful plants. Stream B