About Apache Tracker

Apache Tracker is a resource about survival, being a Physical and Spiritual warrior, and oneness with nature or "the spirit that moves in all things." I named this site in honor of the Apache. The Apache was the ultimate, survivor, warrior, guerrilla fighter, and lived in tune with his surroundings, on a spiritual and physical level. However you will find many other topics of interest on this site. Tracking is a mind set and awareness that goes beyond the physical to all levels, including the spiritual.
-Thunderhands


"THUNDER" (wakiya)

"THUNDER" (wakiya)

About the Author

"Wakiya" (Thunder)

About the Author
Roger Thunderhands Gilbert is an accomplished writer, musician, and artist. In his lifetime, he has done many things. These would include aviation, the martial arts, and a life long study of spiritual and tribal ritual. In the martial arts, his study has included three disciplines, Aikido, Kung Fu San Soo, and Tai Chi. He also worked with the Special Forces in a training capacity. In the field of aviation, he obtained his private, commercial, and instrument ratings as a pilot, with multi-engine, and flight instructor qualifications. He learned tracking as a boy and has worked with the sheriff’s search and rescue in that capacity. His spiritual knowledge includes in-depth study, and personal experience, with many shamanistic and esoteric practices. He is a practitioner of Kriya yoga, Kundalini yoga, Tantrika, and Chinese inner alchemy. In addition, he received his certificate in acupressure and uses several modalities for healing. He considers himself an authority on the Biblical teachings of Yeshua or Jesus, but considers himself spiritual, not religious. And last but not least, he has done an exhaustive study and been an activist of North American Native tribes and ritual. His own roots are of Métis descent, and his spirituality is universal.

Monday

Pride and Separateness / Tom Brown Jr.


The values of pride and seprateness are deeply woven into the fabric of our society, and they are not easily challenged or uprooted. Nor do I believe we should try to attack them or tear them out, for that would only give them more power. As with any mental habit, it is best to change slowley and gently, nudging in a new direction with out being to judgemental.

I have found that the best antidote to pride is an extended stay in the wilderness, living on it's own terms. There is no way that false pride can stand up to the demands of survival. Paradoxically such an experiece can instill a healthy respect for one's human powers while teaching the values of humility and empathy.

From Tom Brown's field guide to Nature observation and tracking
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  1. AnonymousNovember 24, 2010 at 5:07 PM

    can I join? I am ready... whole heart and soul... Archie Fire Lame Deer gave me the name 'Buffalo Eating Grass on Hillside' I am ready... My birth name is Gretchen Gusky.. I have been to one of Tom's classes as well. Aho!

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