Bushcraft Skills

Bushcraft Skills focuses on practical, hands-on techniques for living comfortably and efficiently in the wilderness. From fire making and shelter building to tool use and crafting, these skills develop self-reliance and a deep understanding of natural materials—encouraging a respectful and sustainable interaction with nature.

Spring Bear Hunting With Karelian Bear Dog

Walk-In Wilderness Hunting: The Advanced Practice of Self-Reliance Skills

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A deep dive into why walk-in wilderness hunting stands entirely apart from modern camping and weekend bushcraft. Pushing 25 kilometers into the rugged sub-alpine of Vancouver Island, wilderness instructor Vitaliy Svetlichnyy details a raw, three-day expedition of self-reliance, camp craft, and the pivotal first harvest of his Karelian Bear Dog, Umka.

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Should we let our children handle bushcraft knives and axes?

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It is true that sharp tools such as knives and axes can be dangerous if used inappropriately. However, the skills involved have a much greater benefit to children. Parents often worry about the mess or mistakes kids make and in turn take over completing tasks they consider to be ‘complex’ or ‘unsafe’. Parenting out of fear and delaying the use of these tools helps no one.

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