Bushcraft Northwest

Sometimes you don't have the best tool for the job and have to make due with your knife. In this fifth and last episode of Bushcraft Knife Techniques, Mike Lummio demonstrates how to limb small branches off a standing tree using his two handed grip method. For more information or to order Mike's book, please visit us at: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com

Splitting a green stick to make withes and wands for various projects is an important skill to have in your toolbox, but it's also the cause of many injuries when done incorrectly. In this fourth episode of Bushcraft Knife Techniques, Mike Lummio of Bushcraft Northwest demonstrates the proper way to split a stick lengthwise. For more information or to order Mike's book, please visit us at: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com

In Bushcraft, we use the fine carving techniques of push cuts and stop cuts to make functional traps, cooking rigs, fishing gear, and many other camp crafts. Mike Lummio of Bushcraft Northwest shows you how to perform these knife skills correctly and efficiently. For more information or to order Mike's book, please visit us at: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com

The Montem is our newest knife design and is essentially a "best of BCNW" that features highlights from all of Mike's previous designs. For more information on the Montem or Mike's book, please visit us at: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com

This is an excellent technique when you need maximum cutting power, especially out of a smaller blade. For more information or to order Mike's book, please visit us at: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com

Sharpening a knife can be a frustrating and time consuming process, but it doesn't need to be. In this video, Mike Lummio demonstrates his method for sharpening any type of grind using simple bench stones and a leather strop. For more information or to order Mike's book, please visit us at: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com Lester River Bushcraft (wool vest) - https://lrbushcraft.com

Have you ever asked yourself "should I bring along an axe, or save that extra weight and space for other things?" The PAKU (Packable Axe, Knife, & Ulu) is our solution to this ongoing question, and means you never have to be without a powerful cutting tool again. Handcrafted in the USA of 80crV2 steel, this compact tool will fit in any pack, cargo pocket, glove compartment, motorcycle tank bag, and even larger survival kits. For more information on our PAKU or to order Mike's book, please visit us at: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com

Mike takes a few pages out of his book, 21st Century Bushcraft, to show you how to rig a tarp for sun, wind, rain, and snow. Keeping the guyline system attached makes for a quick and easy setup and takedown. For more information: Our website: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com Mike's book: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com/shop/ols/products/21st-century-bushcraft-mike-lummio

In this first episode on bushcraft knife techniques, I cover the chest lever grip which should be in everyone's tool kit. It's powerful, safe, and very effective for many woodworking applications. To order 21st Century Bushcraft: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com/produc... Our website for course and product information: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com

I like to build things without cordage whenever possible by just relying on tight fitting wood joints. It's good fun and a great way to practice your carving skills. In this case, I needed a sawhorse to buck some logs into firewood and decided to make one utilizing techniques out of my book "21st Century Bushcraft". Thanks for watching and here are a few links to check out: Our website: https://bushcraftnorthwest.com/ My Book "21st Century Bushcraft": https://bushcraftnorthwest.com/products/21st-century-bushcraft-mike-lummio

Never take for granted that you will know the way back to safety regardless of how obvious it may seem. Always take an emergency heading before leaving your vehicle or when bushwhacking off the main trail. Read more in my new book "21st Century Bushcraft" : https://bushcraftnorthwest.com/products/21st-century-bushcraft-mike-lummio