Category Archives: Outdoor Skills

Outdoor Adventures in the Southeast

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Scott Johnson

For those who are fairly new to my blog, I wanted to go back and list some of my past posts dedicated to outdoor adventures in the Southeast. The South is rich with places to see, trails to hike, lakes … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills, Outdoor Travel | Tagged adventure, exploring, hiking, hiking trails, Nature, outdoors, state parks, trails | 2 Comments

Outdoor Adventure in North Georgia

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Call it outdoor adventure, medicine, or therapy, but it works! This past week I took some time off to enjoy the outdoors with my wife and friends. My spiritual, emotional, and physical energy banks have been recharged. One day, my … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged adventure, Carter's Lake, fishing, kayak, kayaking, North Georgia, outdoor adventure, outdoors, spiritual, trout, trout fishing | 5 Comments

5 Benefits of Owning a Dog

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Earlier this year my daughter and I struck a deal: She could get a new puppy when school let out for summer. That way she could spend time housebreaking and caring for our new little furry friend. Summer break has … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Skills | Tagged Beagle, benefits of owning a dog, companionship, dogs, friendship, health, loyalty, puppies, reasons to get a dog | 4 Comments

Time to Go Fishing

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Spring has arrived here in Georgia, and the weather is getting warmer each week. My son has already beat me to the lake and scored big time. During spring break he caught several largemouth bass and was able to spend … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged angler, family, family activity, family fun, fish, fishing, outdoor sports, outdoors, outdoorsman, sportsman | 6 Comments

An Understanding of Hunting

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Scott Johnson

In recent months my son and I have been chasing the ever elusive Whitetail Deer. The season has now closed, but turkey season and spring fishing are just around the corner. This is a heritage my father has passed on … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged deer, deer hunting, family, heritage, hunting, outdoor skills. outdoor knowledge, outdoors, spiritual, wildlife conservation | 2 Comments

Deer Jerky Recipe

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Scott Johnson

Thought I would repost this from several months back. If you’re not a hunter, no worries. You can substitute beef in place of venison. This makes for a wonderful trail snack. My kids love this stuff! Native Americans and early … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Skills | Tagged cooking, deer jerky, jerky recipe, outdoor cooking, recipes, venison | Leave a comment

Go To The Honeybee

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Scott Johnson

The Book of Proverbs has wisely advised people to go to the ant. For a good portion of my life, I’ve gone to the honeybee. You see, my dad is a beekeeper. (Wait for it–he is about to share some … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation Moment, Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged beekeeping, creation, family, family activities, God, hobby, honeybees, Nature, outdoors, Proverbs | 9 Comments

How To Make A Paracord Dog Collar

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Scott Johnson

Meet Bonnie. This is our new dog we rescued from dog heaven on two occasions. My daughter first saved Bonnie from a busy highway here in the Atlanta area. We then saved her from certain death at the local Humane … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Skills | Tagged 550 paracord, dog collar, dogs, how to make a paracord dog collar, how to make a survival bracelet, paracord, proverbs 12:10 | 2 Comments

Three Amazing Birding Apps

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Scott Johnson

Ever been on a hike and wanted to ID a plant, insect, or bird? With the advent of apps, it’s become easy to pack a number of electronic guides in your pocket or your pack. These guides can be stored … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills, Spiritual Journey | Tagged bird apps, bird guides, birding apps, birding tips, birds, God, inspiration, iPad, iPhone, Nature, teaching | 10 Comments

The Art and Science of S’mores

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Scott Johnson

A friend of mine sent me this awesome info-graphic about S’mores. Don’t forget to take the family camping sometime. Hope you enjoy!

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged camping, family, infographic, outdoors, s'mores | 6 Comments

Drinking My Coffee While Saving the Planet

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Scott Johnson

No, I’m not an environmental activist, but I believe we owe this planet some tender loving care. Has not God commissioned us as stewards of this world? I believe He has. Earth has always been our unique home. Just about … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged earth, environment, environmental stewardship, God, recycle, saving the planet | 4 Comments

Crafting Nature

Posted on June 2, 2012 by Scott Johnson

Okay, so I thought I would continue with the craft theme. Writing consumes a large portion of my time now, but when I’m not pecking or scribbling, I love woodworking and making “man-crafts” like paracord bracelets, wooden (or antler) writing … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Skills | Tagged art, arts and crafts, crafts, creativity, daughters, family, homemade gifts, Nature, outdoor crafts, outdoorsey | 6 Comments

Glassing God

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Scott Johnson

Over a year ago, I plopped down a few bills and purchased a nice set of binoculars: the Nikon Monarch ATB, a huge step up from my old cheap pair. The quality of the Nikon optics is phenomenal. I’ve carried … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Skills, Spiritual Journey | Tagged binoculars, devotional, glory, God, God's glory, inspirational, Nature, outdoors, transformation, worship | Leave a comment

Summer Safety Tips

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Scott Johnson

I hope you take an outdoor vacation this summer, but not a vacation from safety! All of us want to enjoy our time in the wild places, but we should be aware of the potential dangers. Here are a few summer … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills, Outdoor Travel | Tagged family, family safety, outdoor safety tips, outdoor skills, outdoors, safety, summer safety tips, travel, travel safety | 3 Comments

A Great Day on the Lake

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Scott Johnson

Any day is a great day on the lake, but this weekend proved to be very productive. Between my son, my father and myself, we caught about 40 fish and kept 20. The weather was beautiful–sunny and relatively calm. The Hula Popper, … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged bass fishing, bluegills, fishing, kayak fishing, kayaks, lake, Native Watercraft | 4 Comments

Geocaching – Family Outdoor Fun

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Scott Johnson

Thar’s gold in them thar parks! Well, not actually gold, but hidden treasures can be found through the outdoor activity called geocaching. All you need is a handheld GPS, access to a website like geocaching.com, a small notebook, and a … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged cache, family, family outings, geocaching, outdoors, state parks | Leave a comment

20 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for the Outdoorsman

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Scott Johnson

I’m sure all of you have your Christmas shopping done by now. Yeah, right. Okay, here are a few items you might want to consider for that outdoorsman in your life whether they hike, hunt, fish or do whatever outdoors. … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged Bear Grylls, Benchmade, Christmas, Garmin, gift ideas, gifts, Keen sandals, Nikon Monarchs, outdoorsman | 4 Comments

My 5 Favorite Outdoor Websites

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Scott Johnson

Looking for some helpful advice about the outdoors? Maybe you’d like to learn how to cut down a tree or sharpen a knife or do some research for an upcoming camping trip. Below, I’ve compiled 5 of my favorite outdoor … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, outdoor blogs, outdoor forums, outdoor skills, outdoor websites, outdoor writers, outdoors | Leave a comment

Make a Paracord Cross Necklace

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Scott Johnson

I learned how to create a new paracord project at fushionknots.com. The Paracord Cross consists of Square Crowned Sinnets with Diamond Knots finishing off the top and bottom. I used four 6 ft lengths of 550 paracord (tan and red … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Skills | Tagged Christianity, cross, gift, how-to, knots, necklaces, paracord, sinnet, survival skills | 8 Comments

A Date with Disaster

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Scott Johnson

Think back to your former dating years and remember the worst date of your life, the date from the gates of Hades. In 1991, I took a young lady to the Atlanta Zoo. That evening we stopped by the Krispy … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged emergency, family, FEMA, kits, preparedness, survival, survival skills | 4 Comments