Northmen Bushcraft

24/07/2023

New series!
I'm going to be focusing on Wisconsin Foraging. For right now, all I've got is pictures, but maybe I'll do a video down the road!

Up first, we have Pineappleweed (Matricaria discoidea). It is also known as Wild Chamomile!

Pineappleweed grows well in poor soil. I harvested this right along my driveway.

When the cone shaped flower is crushed it smells like regular chamomile with just a hint of pineapple or citrus.The leaves can be harvested and used in a salad and the flower bud can be brewed into a tea.

Pineappleweed has similar effects to its cousin German Chamomile. It can be used to treat insomnia, and is good for relaxation and anti-anxiety. It can also help your digestive tract by releasing gas and easing indigestion.

I made my Pineappleweed into a delicious tea! I washed the buds and then steeped them for 10 minutes in 175°F water. I probably could have used more buds than I did but I absolutely loved the tea it made! It tasted so fresh and bright. Just like regular chamomile with a hint of that pineapple or citrus flavor I described before.

10/10 would recommend you try this! Stay tuned for more Wisconsin Foraging content down the road! While you're at it, go check out my latest episode on podcast where I talk about some other foragable items.

16/07/2023

when digging a Dakota Fire Hole, don't do it in a really wet area. It doesn't work 😅

01/07/2023

Just some lake in the Northwoods.

30/05/2023

One of my favorite parts of summer!

Dog n Suds has one of the best burgers I've had. I don't know what it is about them. Maybe its just a special treat when I visit Tomahawk. Or maybe its the way they cook it. Either way, its my favorite.

And what's the best way to top off the day? Getting a rum black cherry ice cream cone from the Windmill.

Yup, this is what summer in the Northwoods looks like!

24/05/2023

I had the opportunity to go out in the woods with some students from Antigo the other day!

We did some shelter building, they got to use some tools, and we cooked up some hotdogs over a fire. When our time was close to being done, they even got to learn about leaving no trace.

I'm blessed for the opportunity to do this with these fantastic students. They were very polite, helpful, and asked plenty of questions.

I can't wait to do it again!

16/05/2023

Got to catch a small toad with my nephew the other day. He loved trying to touch it. Just need to work on being more gentle 😂

When we put it back in the flower bed, we both waved and said goodbye to it.

06/04/2023

I haven't posted in a while. Been pretty busy. But here's a pic from a little day trip I took with last month.

08/02/2023

Got a chance to get off the paved road with this last weekend. It was a nice little trip exploring the county woods nearby. We sent his drone up and snagged some amazing pictures and videos.

Make sure you pay attention to both our pages in the coming future for more!

17/12/2022

Check out Up North Outfitters! This looks like a good time!

Was able to get out and do a quick overnight camp in the new Hutch Roof Top Tent. Relaxing hearing the snow hit the tent ⛺️
Check out the link in our bio to get your roof top tent!

15/12/2022

We got a heavy dose of ice and snow last night!

13/12/2022

Who's ready for the Christmas season?

If you're in my neck of the woods, why not get in the mood with a podcast episode all about Holiday Light Shows in Wisconsin?

Follow the link below to listen to the latest episode of

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4X70F3XJqqGwarQvoRePq9?si=8omCSaU9Q5OabcWrGzHFNA&utm_source=copy-link

13/11/2022

Two of my friends from the brewery are also fans of The Cabin Podcast! Great to see their new shirts!

11/11/2022

Thank you to those brave men and women who make up a select group of people who can proudly bear the title of Veteran.

Words can never repay the debt we owe them for the blank check they wrote.

Make sure to show a Veteran your appreciation not only today, but always.

25/10/2022

New episode up on !

Tune in to hear a hauntingly good episode about some spooky Wisconsin locations!

Click here to listen!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1IofmsLZz5ULUzKytUTm5A?si=Jc8IBpw0Sj2uTE3Hmz1Yjg&utm_source=copy-link

24/10/2022

If you listened to one of the episodes I did on , you'll have heard me talking about Apple Dumplings from

Well, here's one for all your viewing pleasure!

🍁

21/10/2022

"Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons." - Jim Bishop

14/10/2022

Not ready for snow yet... I will hold out as long as possible!!

09/10/2022

Fall in the Northwoods

10/09/2022

Face painting isn't just for children! It also helps you figure out if you want another tattoo!!

This would be for my dog . I'd get one of those ink blots and dab his paw in it.

Thanks for having this at your event today!

08/09/2022

Well... I've had better days...

21/08/2022

This last Wednesday I got to experience something quite unique!

The awesome folks of Blanchardville, WI invited the crew of to visit and be present as they honored .janus. They ended up giving him the key to the village because of all the public love he's shown this amazing little community!

After the festivities died down, I was able to stay in this amazing at Circle M Market Farm BnB, which was a vintage camper! This thing was just oozing character! I'm 6'2" and I fit on that bed comfortably! The owner, , is just the definition of ! She is such a gem to speak with and her hospitality is impeccable.

So, if you're ever near the Southwest corner of Wisconsin, only about an hour from Madison, I definitely recommend you figure a way to get over to Blanchardville and check out their awesome community.

13/08/2022

Just a photo of my town's Hydroelectric Dam. Felt like sharing.

11/08/2022

A friend of mine recently went on a trip to Iceland. Before she left, she asked if I wanted anything. I asked if she could find me a mjölnir pendant.

Well, she did and here it is! What do you guys think? I love it. A lot of them out there are really big and gaudy. This one is the perfect size and not too flashy.

Thanks again Anna!

01/08/2022

I'm starting a Challenge!

I'm going to be (virtually) walking the length of the Ice Age Trail!

Now by virtually, I mean I won't be hiking the entirety of the actual trail. I'm instead going to be logging mileage every day until I complete the 1,200 miles that make up the trail.

I do have 2 segments in the county I live in, so some of the miles will be done on the trail.

My goal is to do 4 dedicated miles a day for 300 days, which would land me on March 28, 2023.

My dog, Whiskey, is going to be joining me on the outdoor hikes. However, during winter, the majority will be done on a treadmill in my basement. I do plan on getting some winter mileage in when the weather is nice though!

My buddy, Chris is also doing this challenge with me! We'll keep each other motivated and can log our progress on an excel sheet I made.

So here we are. August 1, 2022. 1,195.69 miles to go.

21/07/2022

What's your go-to summer beer?

I don't have one 😄 but this Strawberry Rhubarb is pretty dang good!

To me, it tastes like summertime in Wisconsin. The tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries pair perfectly together to give this refreshing beer a unique flavor.

Anyone else try this one?

20/07/2022

Big News!

I'm now a recurring host for , the official podcast of !

I just recorded two episodes today in my makeshift basement soundbooth!

Stay tuned and I'll share the posts for when the episodes drop!

18/07/2022

Look who I got to meet yesterday!

Thanks for hosting the one and only !

It was such a great show at such a great venue!!

17/07/2022

Most of you guessed part of it yesterday! Potatoes, corn, onions, and carrots! We call them "Hobo Packs".

Just cut up your potatoes into manageable chunks, likewise with the onions and carrots, and add some corn. Top it off with a bunch of butter and your favorite seasoning. Wrap tightly in foil and place it over the fire. Flip it a few times over the next 20-30 minutes and boom! Hobo Packs!

Pairs nicely with a brat cooked over an open flame! 🤤

16/07/2022

Can anyone guess what's in these???