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Sergeant Mitchell

Sergeant Mitchell is a former Combat Engineer with the 4th Marine Divison. After serving his time in the Marines, he attended the University of Alabama and obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has worked for multiple companies, including NASA, and currently works as a Flight Test Engineer for the Department of the Army. Some of his passions include hiking, cycling, running, competing in long distance triathlon races, shooting, camping, and helping others!

Emergency Weather & Hand-Crank Radios Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Some of the Best Emergency Radios

The number of natural disasters has been steadily increasing in recent decades and many experts say this trend is likely to continue in 2025. From hurricanes slamming into the coast … Read more

17 Best Camping Hatchets and Axes in 2025

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If you’re someone who’s spent a fair amount of time camping, you probably already know how useful having an axe or hatchet around the campsite can be. From hammering tent … Read more

Ultimate Camping Checklist for 2025 (with Printable PDF)

Ultimate Camping Checklist

Camping is one of the greatest ways to experience the outdoors. There are endless places to go that feature some of the most wonderful views in the world that you … Read more

Ultimate Backpacking Checklist (with Printable PDF)

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A solid backpacking checklist will ensure you have a safe and enjoyable time in nature. Before we get into the list, I want to point out that there really is … Read more

11 Best Utility Knives in 2025 (Hands-on Review)

Some of the Best Utility Knives We Tested

Whether you are opening Amazon boxes all day, cutting insulation, or even cutting the tough tendons in a piece of meat, having the right tool for the job can make … Read more

How to Make a Longbow (The Best Method I’ve Found)

The bow and arrow we will be making in this guide

Longbows are great hunting and defense weapons. They are simple but very useful and powerful. This guide will take you through the following steps to create a bow. In this … Read more

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