Camping is a favorite outdoor activity that allows us to reconnect with nature, spend quality time with loved ones, and take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Having the r… Read More
Bushcraft is more than just a set of survival techniques; it’s a way of connecting with nature and embracing self-reliance in the great outdoors. It’s about understanding and uti… Read More
2023 has been a busy year for us so far with very few places not taken on our bushcraft, craft and primitive skills courses.
With that said, we have a few places left on some of our remainin… Read More
Are you an adventure enthusiast looking to take your camping experience to the next level? Survivalist camping might be just the thrill you seek! Combining the excitement of camping with sur… Read More
We’re delighted to once again be running our awesome Christmas sale.
Grab a unique and unforgettable Christmas gift for a loved one, or even treat yourself!
This great offer lasts for… Read More
The Wild Survival Academy is an institution where students and young people of all ages can learn valuable life skills that will help them survive in all aspects of daily life. The instructo… Read More
Getting a knife that looks and feels excellent is a terrific incentive to go with a handcrafted model. What makes them different? It might be due to the way the blade or grip is fashioned… Read More
As a cyclist with more than twenty years of all-weather conditions driving, and a veteran of ten Arrowhead 135s - Minnesota's colder season ultra race - we asked Dave Gray, past Surly thing… Read More
Generally my posts on our blog are around ‘How to…’ type scenarios, so how to light a fire, how to put up a tarp etc. I stick to practical posts and stay away from … Read More
A camping shovel is essential whether you want to make a fire pit, clear snow from a campsite, or dig a kitty hole to answer nature’s call. With so many great shovels to select from, i… Read More
Bush Craft Courses Guide Choosing the best bushcraft courses for your particular situation can be quite challenging. All outdoor survival classes aren’t created equal, and t… Read More
Our Woodlore courses due to take place in 2020 are now available to book on the website. We have many of the old favourites in the schedule including Fundamental Bushcraft, Traditional… Read More
Our Woodlore courses due to take place in 2019 are now available to book on the website. In celebration of our 35th Anniversary, Ray has offered his time to lead some of his usual… Read More
Our final instalment from Senior Assistant Callum Hilder, of his recent solo trip to the Cairngorm National Park:
So lunch over and a chill coming over me from sitting down I move on. A… Read More
Dear Black Bag Confidential Reader,
The new year is almost upon us, which means once again it’s time to think about your New Year’s resolutions.
What aspects of your life do you… Read More