Episode 327 - East Coast Woods Fire Bans
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be having a discussion on the east coast fire/woods ban. What do these bans mean, ho...
Episode 326 - Initial Thoughts Pecron Power Station
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben will be telling us about his initial thoughts on his new Pecron Portable Power Station E...
Episode 325 - Bushcraft Kids: Woodland Wonders
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we have a quick episode on some ideas and activities that you can do with the little ones in...
Episode 324 - Bug Repellents and Methods of Controlling
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are talking about how to keep the creepy crawlies off your body! Some things we cover mig...
Episode 323 - Urban Bushcrafting – Surviving and Thriving in the Concrete Jungle
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we talk about how your bushcrafting skills can be used and practices while in urban areas!
Episode 322 - Footwear!
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be chatting about footwear and what you should think about next time you are looking...
Episode 321 - Bushcraft Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Right First Compass
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I chat about what to look for in buying your first compass. What should you look for...
Episode 320 - Cordage
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are going to have a chat about cordage! It's been a few years since the last talked a...
Episode 319 - Packable Fishing Kits
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight, Ben has been doing some research into packable fishing kits, so we thought we would have an...
Episode 318 - No Cook Meal Ideas
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be chatting about some no cook meal ideas that you can take on your next adventure!
Episode 317 - New Bugs, New Problems
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be chatting about how warmer weather is bringing new species of insects into our woo...
Episode 316 - Burned Out in the Backwoods_ The Hidden Mental Exhaustion of Bushcrafting
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring how bushcrafting/being in the woods - often seen as an escape—can lead to unexpected men...
Episode 315 - Axes!
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are talking everything axes! Some different kinds, maintenance, choosing, our opinions an...
Episode 314 - ABA Builds a Survival Kit!
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be talking about the survival kits that we made in response to the episode that we d...
Episode 313 - Changing of the Seasons
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year here in Canada where you are going to start switching out your "cold...
Episode 312 - Pre-Made Survival Kits
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be talking about pre-made survival kits! Are they any good? Should you avoid them? ...
Episode 311 - Mental Health
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us tonight while we talk about mental health!
Episode 310 - Knife Maintenance
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
tonight we are chatting about how to take care of the Bushcrafter's best friend, then knife! Som...
Episode 309 - International Trips
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Things to consider when travelling outside the country for your adventures! We had someone reach out...
Episode 308 - Contest Draw and our 6 year Anniversary!
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be doing the draw for the giveaway of Stephen Kesting's new Book! 2 copies will ...
Episode 307 - Books for the Adventurer
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we talk about some more books that we recommend for your next sitting, or maybe even your ne...
Episode 306 - Interview with Stephen Kesting
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Kesting; author, adventurer, jiu-jitsu practitioner, and firefighter. Tonight we will be int...
Episode 305 - What to know before next week!
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are chatting about our upcoming interview with Stephan Kesting. Who is he, what hes done,...
Episode 304 - Attitude in the Woods and Update on Stephen Kesting
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What your attitude is when you go into the woods, and what it while you are there can define a lot o...
Episode 303 -Navigating at night "What to do, when you need to move"
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are going to be talking about what to do if you have to travel at night. Of course we all...
Episode 302 - Cold Weather Survival
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are talking about what you need to do if you get wet when you are out in the cold. Having...
Episode 301 - Managing Expectations & Bushcrafting
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are chatting about expectations when you are in the bush! Yours, your group's, your g...
Episode 300 - Small Watercraft Selection
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we talk about how to decide what whatever craft would work best for you! Are you looking at ...
Episode 299 - Tarps! (part 2)
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of our talk on tarps. What to look for in a tarp, setups, how to maintain them and how to put...
Episode 298 - Tarps! (part 1)
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back from the holidays everyone! Tonight we are going to be talking about tarps! Materials,...
Episode 297 - Seasons Greeting, Happy Holiday's, Merry Christmas!
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I just want to wish everyone the very best this time of year! Plus we talk about our...
Episode 296 - Protection from the Ground
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ground tarps, mattress, sit pads and more!. Why it's important to you how to improvise when you need...
Episode 295 - Travelling in Snow
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year again! Snow is starting to fall as temperatures fall. What are some things yo...
Episode 294 - Christmas Gift Ideas!
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I will be chatting about Christmas gift ideas for the bushcrafter in your life!
Episode 293 - Bug Out Bags, not just for prepping!
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are going to be chatting about bug out bags! Generally when you think this term, you thin...
Episode 292 - How I equip my motorcycle for an adventure
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A quick solo podcast on how Ben equips his motorcycle for a off the beaten trail adventure
Episode 291 - Vehicle Upgrades for Bushcrating
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you interested in upgrading your vehicle to get your further into the bush? Tonight we will chat...
Episode 290 - Clothing for the Woods
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
tonight we are talking a bit about what clothing to wear in the woods. Whats our favorite? What do w...
Episode 289 -The Cell phone, Buschrafter's Best friend?
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are talking about cell phones and what they mean to bushcrafting. What can you do with yo...
Episode 288 - Acclimating New Pets to Buschraft
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are going to be chatting about how you acclimate a new pet into the great outdoors to hav...
Episode 287 - Bushcrafting Recipes
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
tonight Ben and I chat about some recipes and food ideas that you can take with you out into the bus...
Episode 286 - MRE's, are they Worth it?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight I will be doing a quick episode on MRE's. Ben is unable to join us tonight, so its a great n...
Episode 285 - The Joys of Fall
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are coming back into the best time of year to be out in the woods! Great temps, no bugs, cool nig...
Episode 284 - Overcoming Adversity
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I talk about how regardless of what is going on in your life, mindset and determinat...
Episode 283 - Power management
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With exceedingly more battery powered devices what do we need and how do we manage it
Episode 282 - TheDriftingSpore & Sylvotherapy
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Steve will be back on the show and talking about Sylvotherapy. You had questions, and Steve ...
Episode 281 - Gear testing
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are going to be talking about some of the gear we have been testing and researching, and ...
Episode 280 - Keeping it Fresh
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to keep it interesting. I was recently asked "Don't I get bored just camping all the ti...
Episode 279 - New Rides and Some Insight
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ben has recently purchased some new bikes for himself and kids to hit the trails. We talk about the ...
Episode 278 - Emergency Preparedness
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I chat about having a plan B in the back pocket. With the wildfires going on out Wes...
Episode 277 - Special guest Lily takes to the Mic!
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My daughter Lily has been asking to come on the podcast ever since Ben did the episode with his daug...
Episode 276 - Extreme Heat
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are chatting about extreme heat and the outdoors. Both side of the country are abnormally...
Episode 275 - Considerations for Pets
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are some of the things you should think about before taking your pet into the woods? We chat ab...
Episode 274 - Water Sources
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Where is a good place to get drinking water when you are out in the woods? What places should you av...
Episode 273 - Optics!
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are talking about wood Optics! Binoculars, monoculars, spotting scopes and more! Do have ...
Episode 272 - Bushcrafting Fitness
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are doing a quick talk on some things you can do to increase your fitness and get you rea...
Episode 271 - Safety nets
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What we can do when things go wrong. How to vet camping buddies. When to bail if things feel wrong, ...
Episode 270 - Setting Up Camp
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we talk about how to find and setup that perfect campsite!
Episode 269 - Learning the Rules in a New Area
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The importance of research. How assumptions can lead to issues and having contingency when things go...
Episode 268 - Interview with theDriftingSpore
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we interview Steve, a fellow YouTuber and Bushcrafter! We'll dive into what got him into...
Episode 267 - Neurodiversity and Nature
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Melissa joins the episode to chat about neurodiversity and nature!
Episode 266 - Listener Request (Camera Gear)
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight by request we go over some of the equipment that we use personally for shooting videos, as w...
Episode 265 - Quick Food Ideas
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to put something in your belly that tastes good and hits the spot? Tonight we chat just abou...
Episode 264 - Myths of the Woods
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be chatting about some of the common myths that are still floating round today, not ...
Episode 263 - Wildfire Wisdom
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year again when fire regulations are coming into effect and you might have som...
Episode 262 - Tackling Tough Terrain
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we ate talking about tough terrain! It's something that experienced and new bushcrafters...
Episode 261 - Backwoods Boating
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be chatting about some options to get you out there on the water! Pros, cons, though...
Episode 260 - The Pitfalls of Paracord: A Bushcrafting Cautionary Tale
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are going to be chatting about paracord! Yes its very popular around the bushcrafting community, ...
Episode 259 - Bugs, Bugs Everywhere!
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We will be chatting about some of our worst stories about bugs in the woods, and what you can do so ...
Episode 258 - Scenario request
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We had a request to go over a scenario where someone becomes lost and the steps they would go throug...
Episode 257 - Bushcraft Etiquette
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are chatting about Bushcraft Etiquette. How to approach someone in the woods? Sharing a c...
Episode 256 - Fears vs Dangers What is real, what's in your head
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we chat about Fears vs danger! When you are alone in the woods, there can be any number of t...
Episode 255 - Spring Camping
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we will be chatting about switching our thinking to spring. On one end of the country Ben is...
Episode 254 - Working With Around Snow and Ice
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight's episode is by request and in response to a question that was asked to us; "What i...
Episode 253 - Favorite camp crafts
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are talking about some of our favorite things to do while we are around camp. Making spoo...
Episode 252 - Snowshoes
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we revisit an old topic. It's been awhile and some things have changed since the last ti...
Episode 251 - Camp Lighting
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we talk about all the options you have to light up around your campsite! Some tips, tricks, ...
Episode 250 - Multi-tools
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
tonight we chat about multi-tools! What makes a good one? Does brand matter? Whats our experiences w...
Episode 249 - Tribute to Steve
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We recently lost a good friend and bushcrafter who has been a major part of ABA since we started. St...
Episode 248 - Repair Kits
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
tonight Ben and I chat about repair kits! What do you need? What can you make in the bush? Lots of ...
Episode 247 - Unorthodox Camping
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do you consider camping? Where do you draw the line? Sharing some stories from out past to get ...
Episode 246 - Sizing a Shelter for the Task
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you balance space, heating, ventilation, protection of gear and a few other factors when you ...
Episode 245 - Hot Tenting
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I have an open chat on Hot tenting. We give some tips, tricks, thoughts, and everyth...
Episode 244 - Cold Weather Fire and Black Friday Sales
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A quick chat on cold weather fire to get everyone refreshed and ready for the winter, plus some Blac...
Episode 243 - Switching to Winter Weather
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we chat about some of the things we need to think about when making the switch from warm/coo...
Episode 242 - Hunting Season and Bushcraft
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Its that time of year again when hunting season is in full swing, so ABA is doing our yearly reminde...
Episode 241 - Quilts vs Sleeping Bags
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A topic with a bit of debate. If you are doing some research in on this topic, be sure to give a lis...
Episode 240 -The Perfect Escape
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What our ideal bug out location would be, and the factors that go into making that choice. What are ...
Episode 239 - How much Rain is Too Much
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I chat about when we pull the pull due to weather and some of the things that make t...
Episode 238 - Hiking in Bushcraft
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we are chatting about hiking! Not so much the actual hobby/activity (though kinda), but more...
Episode 237 - Judging Weather
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Checking multiple forecasts, looking at historical data, understanding the signs like cloud formatio...
Episode 236 - Choosing the Gear to Pack
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you decide what you should bring on the trip? How do you pack it up once you decide? Ben and ...
Episode 235 - Camp Chairs
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and I go back to basics this week and have a chat on camp chairs! Some or the different types ou...
Episode 234 - Managing Stress in a Emergency
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you stay calm when everything around you is falling apart? Ben and I chat about some of the t...
Episode 233 - Stealth Camping
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is it? Whats out thoughts? Its that time of year when you can cut down on some of your gear and...
Episode 232 - Our Changing Forest
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight Ben and I have a chat about how our forests are changing over time and what that could mean ...
Episode 231 - Making things Work
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Quick fixes and items that serve many purposes.
Episode 230 - Back in the Saddle
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are back from our 2 weeks off! Just chatting about what we did while we were gone, some updates, ...
Episode 229 - The journey or the Stay?
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How we pack for different types of trips and how some people are all about the destination and other...
Episode 228 - Recent News Story Chat
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chatting about the recent news story here in Canada about the 69-year-old Coquitlam woman with demen...