Thomas Coyne
@thesurvivalexpert.bsky.social
I am a professional survival instructor. You can train with me live in California and Alaska, or online. As chosen by the US Department of Defense.
Stinging nettle is one of the most incredible plants on earth (for us humans that is!). Here are some uses;
*Food
*Clothing
*Rope
*Fertilizer
*Treatment for BPH (a prostate issue)
*Hormonal supplement
*Cheese making
*Arthritis relief
#survival #bushcraft #backpacking #forage #plants #nutrition
*Food
*Clothing
*Rope
*Fertilizer
*Treatment for BPH (a prostate issue)
*Hormonal supplement
*Cheese making
*Arthritis relief
#survival #bushcraft #backpacking #forage #plants #nutrition
September 17, 2025 at 3:07 AM
Stinging nettle is one of the most incredible plants on earth (for us humans that is!). Here are some uses;
*Food
*Clothing
*Rope
*Fertilizer
*Treatment for BPH (a prostate issue)
*Hormonal supplement
*Cheese making
*Arthritis relief
#survival #bushcraft #backpacking #forage #plants #nutrition
*Food
*Clothing
*Rope
*Fertilizer
*Treatment for BPH (a prostate issue)
*Hormonal supplement
*Cheese making
*Arthritis relief
#survival #bushcraft #backpacking #forage #plants #nutrition
Versions of these primitive “pancakes” have been made around the world. With this style, we cook them directly in the hot coals. You can add any nut or berry you”’d like to the mix, or even chocolate for some campfire fun.
#bushcraft #foodie #campfire #campcooking
#bushcraft #foodie #campfire #campcooking
August 26, 2025 at 4:50 AM
Versions of these primitive “pancakes” have been made around the world. With this style, we cook them directly in the hot coals. You can add any nut or berry you”’d like to the mix, or even chocolate for some campfire fun.
#bushcraft #foodie #campfire #campcooking
#bushcraft #foodie #campfire #campcooking
Have you ever tried an @esbit.original stove? A great emergency fire starter and a super convenient ultralight stove. I’ve been using them for over a decade.
#survival #bushcraft #camping #backpacking #gear
#survival #bushcraft #camping #backpacking #gear
August 20, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Have you ever tried an @esbit.original stove? A great emergency fire starter and a super convenient ultralight stove. I’ve been using them for over a decade.
#survival #bushcraft #camping #backpacking #gear
#survival #bushcraft #camping #backpacking #gear
You may have seen this on a show or movie, but it really does work. We used it on the fireline all the time on my Helitack crew, as our ships were not allowed to fly after sunset.
Don’t forget we offer in person and online courses. Join us!
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #backpacking #camping
Don’t forget we offer in person and online courses. Join us!
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #backpacking #camping
April 15, 2025 at 5:52 PM
You may have seen this on a show or movie, but it really does work. We used it on the fireline all the time on my Helitack crew, as our ships were not allowed to fly after sunset.
Don’t forget we offer in person and online courses. Join us!
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #backpacking #camping
Don’t forget we offer in person and online courses. Join us!
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #backpacking #camping
Digging for water is not always this successful. I only dig if:
*I find a dry wash with riparian plants. Theses are plants like the willow tree, who must have their roots inside the “water table” to stay alive- thus signifying underground water.
*I find a dry wash with riparian plants. Theses are plants like the willow tree, who must have their roots inside the “water table” to stay alive- thus signifying underground water.
April 8, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Digging for water is not always this successful. I only dig if:
*I find a dry wash with riparian plants. Theses are plants like the willow tree, who must have their roots inside the “water table” to stay alive- thus signifying underground water.
*I find a dry wash with riparian plants. Theses are plants like the willow tree, who must have their roots inside the “water table” to stay alive- thus signifying underground water.
I’ve had this little guy for more than 5 years now, and I’ve had the smaller version as well. They’re one of my favorite pieces of cold weather preparedness gear. Excellent for vehicles as well if you travel through remote or rural areas.
#survival #prepper #camping #coldweather #homeowner
#survival #prepper #camping #coldweather #homeowner
April 1, 2025 at 8:26 PM
I’ve had this little guy for more than 5 years now, and I’ve had the smaller version as well. They’re one of my favorite pieces of cold weather preparedness gear. Excellent for vehicles as well if you travel through remote or rural areas.
#survival #prepper #camping #coldweather #homeowner
#survival #prepper #camping #coldweather #homeowner
I highly recommend adding one to your kit. You won’t regret it. Nearly indestructible, lightweight, and they come in clutch during an emergency. Use the link in bio and click on our Amazon store. We have them in the “survival gear” section.
#survival #bushcraft #prepper #hiker #backpacking
#survival #bushcraft #prepper #hiker #backpacking
March 30, 2025 at 10:36 PM
I highly recommend adding one to your kit. You won’t regret it. Nearly indestructible, lightweight, and they come in clutch during an emergency. Use the link in bio and click on our Amazon store. We have them in the “survival gear” section.
#survival #bushcraft #prepper #hiker #backpacking
#survival #bushcraft #prepper #hiker #backpacking
This happened less than one year after another woman tragically passed in the same area when her e-bike stopped working.
#survival #mountainbike #ride #adventure #travel
#survival #mountainbike #ride #adventure #travel
March 26, 2025 at 12:25 AM
This happened less than one year after another woman tragically passed in the same area when her e-bike stopped working.
#survival #mountainbike #ride #adventure #travel
#survival #mountainbike #ride #adventure #travel
SOUND ON. The view from the deck tonight. I just want to know what made them all stop at once?
#survival #bushcraft #wildlife #nature #coyote
#survival #bushcraft #wildlife #nature #coyote
March 25, 2025 at 5:17 AM
SOUND ON. The view from the deck tonight. I just want to know what made them all stop at once?
#survival #bushcraft #wildlife #nature #coyote
#survival #bushcraft #wildlife #nature #coyote
The lensatic compass is both rugged and highly accurate. Be careful not to lower the magnifying lens too much when taking your reading, as this may lock the needle. This feature lowers “wear and tear”.
We offer a full video land navigation course.
#survival #bushcraft #hiking #camping #backpacking
We offer a full video land navigation course.
#survival #bushcraft #hiking #camping #backpacking
March 24, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The lensatic compass is both rugged and highly accurate. Be careful not to lower the magnifying lens too much when taking your reading, as this may lock the needle. This feature lowers “wear and tear”.
We offer a full video land navigation course.
#survival #bushcraft #hiking #camping #backpacking
We offer a full video land navigation course.
#survival #bushcraft #hiking #camping #backpacking
If you’ve taken my wild plant course, there’s a good chance you’ve eaten this with me. Next wild plant course: April 26. So Cal. Train with us in person or online. We offer courses for all ages and skill levels.
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #plants #natural #organic #wildfood #foodie
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #plants #natural #organic #wildfood #foodie
March 22, 2025 at 10:36 PM
There are many sub-categories to these 5 main classifications that will have significant impact on their ecosystems. This classification system was first published by the Russian/German climatologist and botanist Wladimir Koppen in 1884.
#survival #bushcraft #nature #adventure
#survival #bushcraft #nature #adventure
March 15, 2025 at 4:48 AM
There are many sub-categories to these 5 main classifications that will have significant impact on their ecosystems. This classification system was first published by the Russian/German climatologist and botanist Wladimir Koppen in 1884.
#survival #bushcraft #nature #adventure
#survival #bushcraft #nature #adventure
These little flat pack esbit stoves are great in the field. Quick and easy hot water when you need it, or use the cubes for emergency fire making.
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #adventure #backpacking #camping #travel
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #adventure #backpacking #camping #travel
March 12, 2025 at 3:57 AM
These little flat pack esbit stoves are great in the field. Quick and easy hot water when you need it, or use the cubes for emergency fire making.
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #adventure #backpacking #camping #travel
#survival #bushcraft #hiker #adventure #backpacking #camping #travel
The Epi-Pen certification course is approx 90min and certifies the individual to carry and use an Epi-pen, which is the definitive treatment for anaphylaxis.
We teach this and more on our “Lifesaver Course”, which is listed in our course catalog.
#survival #prepper #parents #medic #firstaid #emt
We teach this and more on our “Lifesaver Course”, which is listed in our course catalog.
#survival #prepper #parents #medic #firstaid #emt
January 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Hiker’s rash, aka “Golfer’s Rash” or “Disney Rash” is caused by inflamed blood vessels in the leg. It usually occurs under the sock, and is likely caused by poor blood return from the leg. It is self resolving, so try not to worry if you see it!
#Hiker #backpacking #medic #health #travel #survival
#Hiker #backpacking #medic #health #travel #survival
December 17, 2024 at 11:39 PM
Having a fixed point in the sky which also aligns with true north is very useful. It allows you to stay oriented as you move through the night.
#survival #backpacking #navigation #astronomy #camping #adventure #travel
#survival #backpacking #navigation #astronomy #camping #adventure #travel
December 8, 2024 at 6:16 AM
Having a fixed point in the sky which also aligns with true north is very useful. It allows you to stay oriented as you move through the night.
#survival #backpacking #navigation #astronomy #camping #adventure #travel
#survival #backpacking #navigation #astronomy #camping #adventure #travel
Have you considered survival and preparedness training? Learn to be your own first responder with me and my team.
www.californiasurvivaltraining.com
#survival #adventure #family
www.californiasurvivaltraining.com
#survival #adventure #family
December 6, 2024 at 10:50 PM
Have you considered survival and preparedness training? Learn to be your own first responder with me and my team.
www.californiasurvivaltraining.com
#survival #adventure #family
www.californiasurvivaltraining.com
#survival #adventure #family
Dye is a standard emergency signal in snow and water. The kool-aid signal is wildly cheap and effective. Use the small packets seen here, as they don’t yet have the sugar added and are a much higher concentration of the dye.
#survival #bushcraft #travel #camping #ski #snowboarding #mountaineering
#survival #bushcraft #travel #camping #ski #snowboarding #mountaineering
December 2, 2024 at 1:38 PM
Dye is a standard emergency signal in snow and water. The kool-aid signal is wildly cheap and effective. Use the small packets seen here, as they don’t yet have the sugar added and are a much higher concentration of the dye.
#survival #bushcraft #travel #camping #ski #snowboarding #mountaineering
#survival #bushcraft #travel #camping #ski #snowboarding #mountaineering