Going Prepared

I have witnessed meat heaven, and it is glorious

While on a quest to find some cured bacon, I came across Patak Meat Products, in Austell, GA. I have been looking for a quality meat store for a while, especially one that offered some cured and smoked meats that … Continued

I have witnessed meat heaven, and it is glorious

While on a quest to find some cured bacon, I came across Patak Meat Products, in Austell, GA. I have been looking for a quality meat store for a while, especially one that offered some cured and smoked meats that … Continued
More Callaway Pictures

More Callaway Pictures

Here are some more shots from Callaway Gardens. You can find larger versions of all of them in the forums. Discuss in forums
Trip Report: Callaway Gardens

Trip Report: Callaway Gardens

My wife and I headed to Callaway Gardens yesterday to see what was going on in the world of butterflies and flowers. I haven’t been there in at least 10 years, and that was only for the Christmas lights show, … Continued
Going Gear Fire Kit

Going Gear Fire Kit

Several people have contacted me, asking that I start offering a fire kit for sale on Going Gear, so this is that kit. The kit is a refinement of several that I have made for myself and others, and is … Continued
Sparky is here! (the firesteel knife)

Sparky is here! (the firesteel knife)

I finally received the firesteel knife from the knifemaker, Erik Boese, a couple of days ago. I am giddy with excitement over this thing. It is exactly what I wanted it to be, so hats off to Erik for doing … Continued