Let's make this birthday one to remember.

61 years old (Born on September 19, 1963)

Happy Birthday, Dave Canterbury! May your day be filled with fewer survival scenarios and more cake—though we know you'd probably prefer starting a fire using only twigs and shoelaces. Your adventures on "Dual Survival" taught us that the best way to celebrate is by being prepared for anything—even if it's just blowing out candles without matches.

Congratulations also on your continued success as editor of Self-Reliance Illustrated magazine; you've inspired countless readers to embrace their inner wilderness warrior. Here's hoping this year brings you plenty of laughter, adventure, and absolutely no reason whatsoever to drink questionable water sources!