The Practical Woodsman
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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Rut @PracticalWoods
May 19, 2025
Logo Update
He ain’t lookin’ all angry anymore. Look, I even put a nice weed in his mouth. Now I need a name for the raccoon. My daughter says I should name him “Cracker”. I said, “Woah, that hits a little too close to home.”
How about Sassyfrass? What other ideas y’all got?
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My dog Emerson & the Rancher hat by American Hat Makers
An excuse to show the Rancher hat off a bit more before I begin making my minor alterations to it.
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NEW! Ep 188: The Every-Man’s Guide to Fine Outdoor Hats (for Backcountry, BBQs, and Church!)
Ep 188: The Every-Man’s Guide to Fine Outdoor Hats (for Backcountry, BBQs, and Church!)
