At AlanMaxwell.net, we believe that survival is not just a skill—it's a mindset. Our mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in nature, whether you're spending a weekend off-grid or preparing for long-term forest living.
I lost one leg, but that never stopped me from dreaming big. Living surrounded by nature, I always wanted a home high up in the trees—a place of peace and …
One-Legged Man Builds a Two-Story Treehouse SOLO Read More
In this inspiring journey, I embraced a challenge many would shy away from: building my dream treehouse with a pool high in the sky—all while managing life as a one-legged …
One-Legged Builder Creates a Dream Treehouse with a Pool in the Sky Read More
I embarked on building a treehouse deep in the woods, determined to create a shelter that was both safe and comfortable. The first challenge was to find the perfect spot—high …
Building a Treehouse Deep in the Woods and Surviving the Night Read More
When I was faced with the challenge of wild boars roaming nearby, I knew my shelter had to be tough. I set out to build a safe dugout that could …
Wild Boars in the Woods? Build This Safe Dugout First Read More
I took on the challenge of building a secret log cabin underground, nestled beneath a large tree. From the start, this wasn’t just any shelter—it needed to be both warm …
Underground Log Home – How I Built a Secret Forest Cabin Read More
In this bushcraft project, I set out to build a unique shelter by combining the natural strength of a fallen tree with traditional survival techniques. The fallen tree serves as …
How I Survived 99 Days in the Rainforest (No Tools, No Help) Read More
Building a bushcraft shelter on a fallen tree is more than just assembling wood—it’s about transforming nature into a cozy sanctuary. I started by clearing the area around the massive …
Epic Bushcraft Shelter on a Fallen Tree – Start to Finish (Part 1) Read More
They said it couldn’t be done—a shelter that could truly keep boars out. But I was determined to prove them wrong. Building a boar-proof shelter was a challenge unlike any …
They Said It Was Impossible… So I Built a Boar-Proof Shelter Read More
I set out into the wilderness with a clear goal: to build a stone cave shelter that would serve as a cozy refuge, a place to catch fish from the …
Stone Cave Build: Primitive Shelter, Wild Fishing, and Campfire Cooking Read More
I built the ultimate forest shelter inside a fallen log, using the natural shape of the log to create a secure and warm space. The process started by carefully hollowing …
The Ultimate Forest Shelter – Inside a Fallen Log Read More