How-To’s

Tips and tricks that just might save your life.

hatchet sitting next to crab shells on a cutting board, next to a cast iron skillet full of butter and herbs and crab meat
Food & Recipes

How to Kill, Cook, & Eat Dungeness Crab

One of the best seafood the West Coast has to offer is without a doubt Dungeness crab, and when it comes to seafood, fresh is always best. This recipe isn’t for the faint of heart and requires some legwork on the part of your dinner guests, but in this case, the juice is definitely worth the squeeze. There is nothing better than fresh Dungeness crab meat dripping with seasoned butter, and the experience of getting hands-on with your food with friends is a memorable one. This dish is best served with crusty grilled bread, ice-cold white wine, and good friends who aren’t shy about getting their hands dirty for their food.

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5 Min
hands holding a fish with a hook in its mouth held over a fishing net
How-To's

How to Take Care of Your Catch

The ethos of the Leave No Trace philosophy has always struck a chord with fishers like me. From leaving our campsite looking as though no one was there, to gently releasing fish that are unharmed, we strive to harmonize with nature. Big strong trophy fish have the strength and ability to survive adverse stream conditions, water temperatures, roaring flood waters and other seasonal challenges. Smaller fish cannot survive these hardships so well. Consequently, our Leave No Harm handling techniques can contribute to nature’s balance and a healthy ecosystem.

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5 Min
hand holding a small section of woven thin gauge rope tied in a loose knot
How-To's

How to Make Stinging Nettle Cordage

As one of the most prolific plants in the pacific northwest, nettles get a bad rap due to their tendency to sting. But if you can get over a couple of uncomfortable prickles and the itching that follows, they are one of the most useful plants around. Not only are they incredibly nutritious and hold many medicinal benefits, but they also are packed with strong fibers that allow for the creation of some of the best natural cordage. With the right cordage you can build shelter, make tools, fire, and many other survival necessities so get picking.

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10 Min
cast iron pot on a metal surface with wood fire in foreground
How-To's

How to Choose & Care for Cast Iron Pans

One of the most basic and versatile pieces of equipment that every kitchen must have is a large cast-iron pan. The beauty of this piece is its simplicity. With all the technology that can be found in modern cookware, the cast-iron pan, which has been around for generations, still produces some of the best food. When properly cared for, a cast-iron pan will improve with use and be something that you can pass down to the next generation.

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6 Min