The Practical Woodsman
Education • Travel • Preparedness
The Practical Woodsman is a way to share love of the wilderness, as well as my observations, thinking, and approach to what folks today are calling 'bushcraft' and 'survival'. The focus is on what is practical, as well as pointing out certain things being demonstrated by 'bushcrafters' today that are not practical at all.
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October 06, 2023
Mean reviews

Some meanies left some mean reviews on Apple Podcasts. One of them set aside enough time out of his personal life to practically write a book about me, scrutinizing various specific parts of various specific shows, and then going into great detail about things I did not include. Of course, he knows a lot better about everything than I do, and he wants everybody to know that. I’m just some backwoods dummy who has nothing whatsoever of value for him.

What it comes down to is that he simply doesn’t like me, I get it. Not everybody is going to, and that’s ok. If we ever met, I probably wouldn’t like him very much, either. But for those of you who I don’t annoy, and who enjoy The Practical Woodsman, if you are inclined to offset those negative reviews on Apple Podcasts with some positive reviews of your own, that would be greatly appreciated. Allow me to thank you in advance! Happy Friday, everybody! I hope y’all enjoy your weekends. Stay safe!

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A Little Light

Out here, a little light goes a long way. You don't need to push back the whole night, just enough of it to see your next step.

— The Practical Woodsman

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This is something I can say I never experienced on the ol’ Shawnee Appalachy River.

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Braving the Ol’ Shawnee Appalachy (Series Teaser)

First full chapter available now on YouTube & Rumble

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Braving the Ol’ Shawnee Appalachy Pt 2: Ornery Gal

Braving the Ol' Shawnee Appalachy - Pt 2: Ornery Gal

Damp insulation won't keep you warm. Dry your layers whenever the sun gives you the chance, because the woods won't remind you before nightfall.

— The Practical Woodsman

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The view is the reward, but the climb is the lesson. Nobody ever learned anything standing at the overlook.

— The Practical Woodsman

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