Best Self Reliance

Alone is a gripping survival reality show where contestants are dropped off in remote wilderness locations and must survive completely alone for as long as possible. They are given limited supplies an...

Henry David Thoreau's 'Walden,' a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings, remains profoundly influential. Thoreau chronicles his two years, two months, and two days living in a self-bui...

Rolf Potts's 'Vagabonding' isn't a traditional travelogue but a philosophical guide to extended, independent travel. Potts argues for a life of intentionality and adventure, encouraging readers to bre...

Richard Proenneke's Alone in the Wilderness is a captivating memoir documenting his solitary life in the Alaskan wilderness. While not a traditional survival guide, it offers invaluable insights into...

Mountain Men is a reality television series that follows the lives of individuals who live off the grid in remote mountain regions. The show documents their struggles to survive in harsh environments,...