In today’s world of mass production, long supply chains, and flashy marketing, understanding the source of your food is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Here’s why I follow this protocol, and why it might serve you well too: 1. Health is Built at the Source What goes into your food goes into you. I Read More …

Human beings have always been adaptable when it comes to food. As omnivores, we have the ability to thrive on both animal and plant-based foods, depending on what is available in our environment. Early humans, living over 100,000 years ago, consumed a wide variety of foods—some eating more animal-based foods, others focusing on plants, depending Read More …

There are moments in a parent’s life when you stop and realize just how much your child has grown—not just in stature or skill, but in spirit. For me, that moment came every time I watched my daughter step onto the wrestling mat. No matter the weight class—101, 116, 121, or even 123—she brought the Read More …

As a modern hunter, wellness coach, and student of natural systems, I see food as more than fuel—it’s a connection to land, life, and legacy. In a world where food is often stripped of meaning, I choose to know where mine comes from, how it’s raised or harvested, and what it stands for. 1. Wild Read More …

Yesterday morning, as I was getting prepared to attend the Memorial Service of Sgt. Ron Helus, I watched the Thursday morning briefing on the Hill and Woolsey Fires by LA County Fire. This ended with the Fire Chiefs honoring Sgt. Helus with the ceremonial 3 Bell End of Watch. Assistant Police Chief Don Aguilar said Read More …

I believe that there is No Single Ideal Human Diet. The human digestive tract mimics that of a Omnivorous organism (not strictly vegetarian, or strictly carnivorous). Groups of modern humans (about 100,000 years ago) have adapted over the millennia to regional areas based on climate, elevation and terrain. Within those regions, the local human’s digestive Read More …

On our Search and Rescue Team, we are required to have at least one day of training per month. The day usually begins around 7am and ends around 6pm. Every training usually covers one main component of our repertoire of varied skills through a Scenario. This means on any given training, our Training Scenario could Read More …

Today is the 18th anniversary of my “Round The World Tour”!! On this day, in the year 2000, I left Los Angeles westbound on a flight to Fiji; the first leg of my journey that would change my life. Here is a copy from the global email I sent out to my friends: > From: Read More …

In late 2010, I first heard about Bitcoin. I was introduced to this concept from a friend who was heavily into online video games and the customization of accessories that these games provided. After sifting through all the nerdy exuberance, I was able to discern that this “currency” was designed to be scarce (only 21 Read More …

Peace Officers Association, Ventura County – Medal of Merit Ceremony October 7, 2017  Air Force One Pavilion at the Regan Library   Last Saturday, my fellow teammates and I received the Medal of Merit for the snow & ice rescue we performed back in February 2017. We had a shortened training day and met up Read More …