We’re embarrassed that the mitt wool that we used last year did not hold up to a full season of expedition abuse.  We expect better from all of our products, and hope that you do as well.  If you have … Continue reading →

It was brought to our attention that in our calendar of events, the Rock Island Lodge winter moccasin making workshop wasn’t on the page! So we want people to make sure to know that yes, we are heading to Wawa … Continue reading →

As a years-long move finally settles down, we’re aiming to pare down and make a fresh start on our expedition gear. We have Snowtrekker Tents, stoves, toboggans, snowshoes, chisels and more on sale, with some items 70% off or more! … Continue reading →

Ask and you shall receive! We are now crafting light-weight anoraks out of a beautifully tight 5 oz cotton canvas. Same great wind shelter goodness, half the size and weight! 5oz Canvas Anoraks available here!

Two new videos in our instructional series today. Enjoy and happy crafting! For even more videos check out: http://youtube.com/c/lureofthenorth

Sizing and cutting your patterns for your winter moccasin lower.  

We are finally getting some instructional videos out after many requests by nervous hand crafters. Here is our first video that helps you out with the very basics of sewing with buckskin. Enjoy!

We’re now carrying amazing, high-quality trusted Woolrich brand blankets. Woolrich’s high standards have made these “seconds” blankets available at affordable prices with virtually no noticeable blemishes. To see more click here.

We now are carrying this simple but functional trail axe. 2.25 lbs head made of quality steel. Use it for limbing and splitting at your camp or on the trail. For more information click here.