The Makings of
Forest Fundamentals

A Passion for Bushcraft
And the Outdoors

Forest Fundamentals was founded out a passion for bushcraft and the outdoors. The company's founder, Elvis, spent much of his teenage years in the woods — building shelters, lighting fires, and hand-making tools. What began as time spent learning and practising outdoor skills eventually led to the idea of starting a small Etsy shop, where he began selling his handmade creations.

While our manufacturing has come a long way from wooden spoons and drawstring bags, every product is still designed in-house by Elvis, alongside Joe — one of our product designers and a part-time bushcraft instructor.

Our Design Philosophy;
purpose built products

Much of our design is centred around Mors Kochanski's belief that "the less you know, the more you carry." Bushcraft is about learning to meet your basic needs outdoors — not filling your pack with unnecessary kit.

Our design follows the same mindset. Each product is created for a clear, defined purpose and built to do that job exceptionally well, without unnecessary bulk or gimmicks.

We also recognise that survival isn't the only reason for heading into the woods. Many of us are chasing the sense of freedom and calm the outdoors provides. That's why we design our products not only to keep you alive, but to help simplify and enhance your time outdoors.

The Testing Process:
Putting New Products
Through Their Paces

We also believe that inspiration, design, and testing can't be separated from the environment the product is intended for. Every item is rigorously tested in the field to ensure it performs under the unforgiving pressure of repeated outdoor use.

Much of our design success can also be attributed to our collaboration with like-minded outdoor enthusiasts from around the world, helping ensure our products are thoroughly tested in all environments. Please click here for a full list of who we work closely with on new designs, both in the UK and overseas.