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From the Field

Wilderness skills, tracking tips, and field notes from Craig Caudill.

A Different Kind of Story: Introducing Lily’s First Book

A Different Kind of Story: Introducing Lily’s First Book

January 27, 2026

The Hard Lessons of the Wilderness

The Hard Lessons of the Wilderness

January 27, 2026

When the Interstate Turns Into a Survival Situation, What to Carry in Your Car

BUSHCRAFT SKILLS

When the Interstate Turns Into a Survival Situation, What to Carry in Your Car

January 22, 2026

fire starting with ferro rod and Spark Survival Tool

Calm Under Pressure: Why Mental Toughness Is a Trained Skill

January 13, 2026

Supporting Good Causes and Sharing the NRS Story — One Sticker at a Time

Supporting Good Causes and Sharing the NRS Story — One Sticker at a Time

December 22, 2025

A 14-Pound Survival Bag That Covers Every Real-World Need

A 14-Pound Survival Bag That Covers Every Real-World Need

December 16, 2025

How to Track a Deer After the Shot: Ground Disturbance, Lost Trails, and Blood Sign Explained

How to Track a Deer After the Shot: Ground Disturbance, Lost Trails, and Blood Sign Explained

October 13, 2025

Nature Reliance School notebook with Rite In The Rain pencil and regular pencil

Gear Decisions: Rite in the Rain vs. Carpenter Pencil - What Do You Really Need?

Craig Caudill of Nature Reliance School pictured with his multi day survival kit

What’s In My Wilderness Pack (And Why You Need a Personalized Loadout)

Altoids Survival Kit: How to Build the Ultimate Pocket-Sized Survival Kit

ALTOIDS SURVIVAL KIT

Altoids Survival Kit: How to Build the Ultimate Pocket-Sized Survival Kit

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