Book Club: Trapper's Bible
The "Trapper’s Bible" by Jay McCullough is an exhaustive compendium that caters to the most seasoned outdoorsmen as well as novices to the world of trapping and survival. This guide,...
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Book Club: A Man Made of Elk
"A Man Made of Elk" by David Peterson delves deep into the heart of what it means to be truly connected to the wilderness, through the lens of elk hunting....
Book Club: Grizzly Years
In "Grizzly Years," Doug Peacock takes us on a profound and raw journey through the North American wilderness, offering a riveting account of his experiences living among grizzly bears. This...
Book Club: Beyond Fair Chase
"Beyond Fair Chase: The Ethic and Tradition of Hunting" by Jim Posewitz is a pivotal work that delves into the heart of ethical hunting, serving as both a guide and...
Book Club: The Hunter’s Game
In "The Hunter’s Game," Louis S. Warren takes readers on a profound journey into the heart of American hunting culture, tracing its evolution from a necessity to a sport steeped...
Book Club: The West Beyond the West
"The West Beyond the West" by Jean Barman is a compelling exploration of British Columbia's complex history, inviting readers to traverse the rugged terrains of both geography and human endeavor....
Book Club: Tracking Gobi Grizzlies
Venturing into the remote expanses of the Gobi Desert, Douglas Chadwick’s "Tracking Gobi Grizzlies" is more than a tale of conservation; it’s a testament to the indomitable spirit of one...
Book Club: American Serengeti
Embarking on a journey through the heart of North America's sprawling landscapes, "American Serengeti" by Dan Flores is not just a book—it's an odyssey into the soul of the Great...
The Untold Story: Kyrgyz Organic Cotton
The Evolution of Cotton Farming in Kyrgyzstan: From Soviet to Organic Revolution Kyrgyzstan has deep agricultural roots, witnessing a transformative journey in cotton farming that encapsulates its Soviet past and...
The Untold Story: Kyrgyz Full Grain Leather
The story of our journey to find ethical leather starts with a bout of headaches and a trip to Kyrgyzstan. In the rush of today's fast-paced consumption world, where profits...
Book Club: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
In our latest Book Club, we delve into Robert Pirsig's seminal work, "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance," a book that transcends the boundaries of genre to offer readers...
Book Club: Walking in the Woods
"Walking in the Woods" by Yoshifumi Miyazaki is a contemplative journey that blends the personal with the scientific, offering readers an immersive exploration into the healing power of nature. Miyazaki,...
Book Club: The Indian History of British Columbia
"The Indian History of British Columbia" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration into the rich and complex history of the indigenous peoples of British Columbia, offering readers a profound understanding...
Book Club: Down the River
"Down the River" by Edward Abbey is a provocative and lyrical ode to the wilderness, specifically the riverine landscapes of the American West, that showcases Abbey's deep reverence for nature...
Book Club: Robert Brown and the Vancouver Island Exploring Expedition
"Robert Brown and the Vancouver Island Exploring Expedition" delves into the remarkable yet underappreciated journey of Robert Brown and his team as they set out in the mid-19th century to...
Book Club: The Call of the Wild
"The Call of the Wild" by Jack London is a timeless narrative that speaks to the primal urge within all living beings to return to nature, to adapt, and to...
Book Club: Undaunted Courage
In "Undaunted Courage: Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson, and the Opening of the American West," Stephen E. Ambrose transports us to an era of fearless exploration and uncharted territories, echoing the...
Material Guide: Merino Wool
Merino Wool: The Strongest, Warmest, and Softest Material from the Hardest Creature of Burden For as long as history has been recorded, wool has protected people from exposure to the...
Goods Roundup: Why We Discbound System
The Backstory The disc-binding system was originally invented in good-old-1948-America by Andre Tomas and Andre Martin. In late 1990, their patent expired and the discbound system was adopted by many...
Book Club: Guns, Germs, and Steel
Jared Diamond's "Guns, Germs, and Steel" is a compelling exploration of the patterns of human history, dissecting the grand, often brutal forces that have shaped the modern world. With a...
