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#AskPaulKirtley

Paul Kirtley
Bushcraft
Sleep Systems
Fitness Training For Canoeing
Bushcraft Cooking
Wilderness Skills
Bushcraft Mindset
Bow Drill
Canadian Canoe Trip
Primitive Weapons
Wild Foods
Adze
Wildlife Exploration
Wilderness Survival Skills
Outdoor Education
Knife Maintenance
Waterproof Clothing
Outdoor Gear Care
Winter Camping
Canoeing
Canoe Trip

Answers to listener questions on wilderness bushcraft, survival skills and outdoor life.

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In this episode of #AskPaulKirtley I begin with a practical question about how to adapt a bushcraft camping outfit for different seasons, and what really needs to change as conditions shift. From there, I take a step back and look at what we can lear... more

Answers questions on seasonal bushcraft kit tweaks, lessons from Woodcraft pioneers, travelling with expensive gear, gaining access to private woodland, and up-to-date bushcraft career advice.

In this episode of #AskPaulKirtley I start with a big-picture question: is there such a thing as a bushcraft mindset, distinct from survival mindset? From there we move our thinking to the winter woods and look at how to move from guided courses to p... more

In Episode 93 I answer questions about bushcraft mindset, planning independent winter journeys in the boreal forest, when to use extra canoe buoyancy, and how to get a PK knife.

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Episode: #AskPaulKirtley Episode 90

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Paul Kirtley
Host of Ask Paul Kirtley, known for answering listener questions on wilderness bushcraft, survival, and outdoor life.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 188 ratings
  • Fantastic podcast

    I’ve been a fanboy of Paul for a while now having been on his in-person courses, online and both his podcasts. He has an unending passion for outdoor education, if you are into bushcraft then this show is a must.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Professsor Sy
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • John Hutchinson-Bushscout NASU member

    This is a great podcast- brilliant format. I would recommend it to anyone who is at all interested in bushcraft, outdoor living or nature. I have listened to the whole series twice. Thanks for sharing this great content Paul.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnnyhutch1981
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • What a fantastic resource

    I’m just getting back to spending more time outdoors, looking to take my young lad out and teach him some basic skills and hopefully inspire his love and understanding of the outdoors. Thank you for all your efforts. This is a great Free! Resource

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wildcat220
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Fantastic to hear some new episodes on askpaulkirtley. Always great and considered advice. Always something that you will learn. Paul’s new book is very good also. Go buy it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    walkinghaggis
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Hands down the best educational bushcraft podcast/resource

    Incredible podcast! Highly recommend it! I’ve learnt so much and have enjoying listening along to every podcast whilst doing my day job gardening. It’s so good I’m listening to the whole thing again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackpatrickryder
    Canada5 years ago

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Shows are consistently informative and practical for outdoor lovers.
The Q&A format keeps content varied and highly applicable to real-life scenarios.
Listeners praise the host's experience, clarity, and willingness to share knowledge.
Genuine, no-nonsense advice stands out amid a crowded outdoor edu space.

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#AskPaulKirtley Episode 91
Q: Teaching in the USA or abroad
Discusses logistical requirements such as venue, base camp infrastructure, equipment provisioning, visas, and reliability of participants; notes collaboration with existing organizations (e.g., Bushcraft Australia, Lure of the North) to slot into established bases, and emphasizes ensuring enough participants and proper pricing for a viable program.
#AskPaulKirtley Episode 91
Q: What makes a good traveling companion in a group?
A traveling companion should be adaptable to weather, maintain a positive, helpful attitude, be self-aware about fatigue and needs, contribute to camp routines, and be proactive in offering help and taking on tasks to ease the leader's burden.
#AskPaulKirtley Episode 91
Q: Top five knots
Paul lists the five core knots: overhand knot (and its bite and slipped version), jam knot, figure eight (in the bite, and rethreaded), round turn and two half hitches, and the clove hitch, with notes on when to use each and how they relate to other knot techniques.
#AskPaulKirtley Episode 90
Q: What goes on in your head while you're navigating and following a route?
Paul explains that navigation relies on multiple models (sun, landmarks, memory) and that you can combine methods, using the sun for daytime orientation and building a home-based memory to guide you back, especially when external cues are limited.
#AskPaulKirtley Episode 93
Q: Now do I get one of your knives?
Knives are available through Raven Armory; I designed PK1 and PK2, but I don't stock or sell them directly. If you want one, you should contact Raven Armory and Simon's team to place an order; there are variations in pricing and availability.

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