Backwoodsman magazine was started in 1980 and is published bi-monthly. We are dedicated to preserving Old Frontier style living, primitive hunting and fishing, tool and weapons lore, and wilderness survival. Each issue includes articles, information and how-to projects associated with this unique period of North American history.
The Backwoodsman is published 6 times annually. Our current distribution is over 200,000 and we enjoy one of the highest renewal rates in the magazine publishing industry. Through our website, customers have the option to order new print and/or digital subscriptions or they can renew their existing subscriptions. In addition to magazine subscriptions, we also offer the ability to order Best of Backwoodsman, Backwoodsman Back Issues and Backwoodsman Merchandise online. To order Best of Backwoodsman and BWM Back Issues online, please visit www.backwoodsmercantile.com. To order Merchandise, please call 361-205-4609 or print our Mail-in form and mail us a check or money order to: PO Box 1989, Bandera, Texas 78003.