There’s nothing quite like a hot, hearty stew when you’re outdoors. But adding a batch of fluffy dumplings takes it to the next level. Dumplings add heft (in a good way) and satisfaction to any stew. They are the type … Read More
Following the success of our 2024 expedition, Frontier Bushcraft is excited to announce the return of our Missinaibi River Canoe Expedition in 2026. This unforgettable journey takes participants deep into the heart of Canada’s wilderness, tracing the historic Missinaibi River … Read More
Geoff and Valerie Welch, experienced paddlers now in their seventies, decided to join us on one of our 2024 River Spey canoe trips. Valerie made a video diary of the trip. In this post are Val’s daily videos as well as her commentary as text entries.
A red lentil dhal recipe for the campfire? This might not be the first thing you would think about adding to your campfire cookery. But it’s one of our favourites and tends to win new fans in whoever tries it. … Read More
We’re excited to share that the PK2 knife, the latest addition to Raven Armoury’s lineup, is now available! The PK2, like its larger sibling the PK1, bears the Frontier Bushcraft logo, alongside my signature. Each knife is individually numbered. Designed … Read More
Frontier Bushcraft is thrilled to announce the return of our Northwoods Winter Experience for 2026. Set in a pristine backwoods area of Ontario, Canada, this winter trip will run 24th January to 8th February 2026. This expedition offers a rare … Read More
We’re thrilled to announce our newest course offering for 2025: the Wilderness Wayfinder Navigation Course. This immersive, hands-on program will empower outdoor enthusiasts and bushcraft adventurers with essential navigation skills to find their way in the wild with confidence and … Read More
Discover the fascinating history of bushcraft, tracing its roots from indigenous survival techniques to its transformation into a modern-day outdoor practice. Learn how bushcraft has evolved through colonial encounters, military survival training, and wilderness recreation, shaping the skills and philosophies used today.
What are the origins of the word bushcraft? Or, more simply put, where does the word bushcraft come from? In recent years, the term bushcraft has become associated with wilderness survival, self-reliance, and living in harmony with nature. But was this always the meaning and how did the current popular use of the term bushcraft come about? Read the full article to find out…
In the summer of 2023, Ray Goodwin and I had the privilege of leading a truly memorable expedition down the Porcupine River in the far north of Saskatchewan, Canada. This trip was not just a journey into the wilderness, but an extra special one…