Jeff Fabiszewski
🍜 A Hot Lunch Among the Palmettos
A cool Saturday, spicy sesame ramen, and blue Mt. Fuji soda among Florida palmettos. A simple lunch enjoyed on my own schedule.
Graveyard Crunch: Halloween Cocoa and Sunset on the Dunedin Causeway
A family Halloween evening on the Dunedin Causeway, with Mexican hot cocoa, Jiffy Pop, lantern light, and a dark chocolate candy recipe with tart cherries.
What the Water Taught Us to Remember
A 2010 Charleston kayak festival photograph opens a story of Greenland qajaq traditions, mentorship and the outdoor skills we pass along.
The Black Bag in Every Kayak
A Maine island, a Scout troop, and the ordinary work of being a good guest. Reflections on stewardship, shared meals, and the responsibilities we carry home.
The Breton Cap: From Portsmouth’s Sailors to John Lennon’s Abbey Road
A traditional mariner’s cap bought at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, a Scouting pin from Gilwell Park, and an unexpected encounter at Abbey Road reveal how the objects we carry preserve maritime traditions and…
Teaching Others to Do This Safely and Confidently
Teaching an outdoor skill means accepting another person’s trust. A reflection on preparation, supervised practice, honest limits, and passing on the care behind the old ways.
Florida Foraging: Learn the Plants, Respect the Place
Florida’s wild ecosystems are rich in edible plants, offering unique foraging opportunities year-round. This guide helps overlanders and bushcrafters identify ten essential wild edibles, provides tips for safe harvesting, and shares cooking…
Florida Hurricane Preparedness: Home, Travel, and Knowing When to Leave
The post emphasizes the importance of rigorous preparation for outdoor activities during hurricane season in Florida. It outlines a three-phase hurricane prep mindset: planning before the trip, maintaining mobility and safety during…
Shelter Setups That Blend Speed and Safety
Effective shelter setup is crucial for overlanding and bushcraft, providing protection against environmental challenges. A great shelter should be quick to deploy, secure in bad weather, and adaptable to various terrains. Various…
Real Meal Plans for Travel Beyond the Grocery Store
A five day menu built around dependable provisions, safe food storage, clean water, and the responsibility of feeding companions in Florida conditions.
