Making My Knives for Bushcraft

I have recently begun making my own knives for my outdoor experiences. I love hunting, camping, and bushcraft. I am currently using 440C stainless steel and various types of handle materials. One day I may sell them to others, but there is a huge learning curve when working the steel. I just want knives that can stand the riggers and abuse that outdoors-men can place on a working tool. The knife is the backbone of bushcraft, and being able to make my own is very fulfilling. I hope to post up some of my work soon.

Natchez Trace, Rocky Springs

This past weekend I decided to take a little day trip down the Natchez Trace because it was just a beautiful day. When I arrived, I walked around the camping area and up to the old church. This campsite offers all the "fixins." There sites are setup for both RV and tent camping. As a child, I camped here many times, and I still do. Its a short 45 min drive south of Jackson, MS on the Natchez Trace. The drive down is very pleasant with fields and forests the whole way. If you have a chance to take this drive, do it. There is a lot more to see here, and I will soon revisit, but for now, here are a few pics of my little day trip.

A Day at Coal Bluff Campgroud

Today I decided to take Jax my American Bulldog for short walk in the waning hours of a very brisk Saturday afternoon. Walking this short but interesting trail offered several views that were breathtaking to say the least; of which, I have posted in the short video/slide show below. While walking on the trail you will come to several outcrops that will give you great views of the Pearl River and small cypress swamps , and that's just within the first one hundred yards or so. There was also evidence of active wild life in the form of tracks which were visible through out. I wasn't able to complete the trail because it became a little "gummy" due to the rain, but it was a nice walk none the less.

If you are into geocaching, as I am, this trail also offers you the chance to pick up a couple caches while you are out, but I'm not giving up the locations.

As this is a campground for both RV and tent campers, there are other things do there. There are picnic tables, a swimming pool, and a tennis court, so you can really have a full day here with family and friends. Also for large groups, there is a sizable pavilion with a very impressive pit-style grill. The camp sites and pavilion can be booked before hand. For information on that got to

Over all I rate the campsite and trail a "thumbs up." I hope you decided to give this trail a shot.