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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July 12, 2025

Here's my Friday night. My step brother Clay drives the 49 and my nephew Vinny drives the 53. Grandview speedway Bechtelsville Pennsylvania 1/3 mile dirt track.

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God Bless the Woods
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My Ol’ Geetar

My acoustic medley: Castles in the Air, Spell of Ambition, Can You Feel the Love Tonight? Calliope

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Mock Strawberry (Not “Wild” Strawberry)

Common folk often refer to these as “wild strawberries” which is incorrect. These are specifically “mock strawberries”. The reason this matters is because there is indeed another strawberry called “wild strawberry” that is sweeter and more pleasant than even store-bought strawberries. The “mock” strawberries have very little sweetness or flavor, though they are edible.

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NEW! Exclusive 142

Exclusive 142: Ultimate Butt-Test Outdoor Chair Guide - for Rich AND Poor!

Your next outdoor hat!

I have had the (undeserved) pleasure of being contacted by a group called American Hat Makers (americanhatmakers.com). They offered for me to select one of their hats out of many different options in exchange for me highlighting the hat in some Practical Woodsman videos. I had never heard of this business before, and I rarely do these direct partnership things - I’m very picky about quality and frankly, I am resistant to putting myself into situations where I feel obligated to anybody.

But my goodness, if there was ever a better match made in heaven…

These folks just happen to be in a business that I really, really admire, making products I really, sincerely love. I had a heck of a time picking out a hat just because there are too many outstanding options to pick from.

If you get a chance, go visit their website and see if anything stands out to you. While you’re at it, enjoy this real peak behind the curtain at my personal correspondence with them.

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Hi Rut,

I came across The Practical Woodsman and really enjoyed your ...

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Comfort Food Friday

‘Mater soup and grilled cheese

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