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Current Events
Back in 2016 I wrote a post the day after Trump won the Presidency. I was shocked. I among many other did not think it was even remotely possible. …
Current Events
Well, here we are. November 5th, 2024 and the country is united in its division. Most everyone agrees that THEY are correct and the other side is wrong. If …
Preparedness
A longtime reader of my old website as well as 1776 just recently started his own YouTube channel and he has a wealth of knowledge to share. The following …
Preparedness
I travel quite a bit and use Google Maps almost exclusively. The main reason has been reliability. I like WAZE and sometimes run it tandem with Google Maps as …
Preparedness
“Day by Day Armageddon” by J.L. Bourne is a thrilling and exciting book about a guy surviving a zombie apocalypse. It’s written like a diary, so you feel like …
Guns & Stuff
The PSA Dagger is a compact, budget-friendly 9mm pistol designed by Palmetto State Armory, holding 15 rounds. It offers solid performance with features like a polymer frame, aggressive grip …
Random Thoughts
We are eight days away from the 2024 Presidential Selection. The outcome is all but certain. I may stir up a hornets next here, but, if Trump wins the …
Guns & Stuff
After owning the Kel-Tec PMR-30 for the last eight years(give or take), I can report it’s been a very reliable firearm – with a couple of caveats. Limiting the …
Politics
There are many reports from various states that there are issues happening when participating in early voting. Of course, the vast majority of these are coming from those who …
Frugality
If you are a fan of the survival thriller “The Grey” I just saw it is available for less than $6.00 on DVD. If you haven’t seen it – …
Current Events
I wrote about this back in 2021. Thought for those who may have missed it I’d bring it back around. It largely holds true. A 1998 episode of SNL included …
Preparedness
Recently, the rise of individuals impersonating utility workers and other service personnel has posed a significant safety concern for homeowners. While most utility workers and service providers are genuine, …
Preparedness
As the U.S. national debt approaches $36 trillion, the negative impacts are becoming more severe. A skyrocketing debt increases interest payments, which drain government resources that could otherwise fund …
Random Thoughts
Here’s a preview for the last Rambo movie – Rambo: Last Blood. Wasn’t the movie I had hoped for, but, worth watching. There was another script idea for the …
Preparedness
In this short video, I show a portable commo kit I made out of a couple of Baofeng GT-3TP 8 watt radios. A small pouch with needed cables, charging …
Preparedness
I’ll be posting about our survival & preparedness Telegram group every month or so as a reminder and to notify new folks who may be stopping by. The way …
Current Events
Rourke: Below is a post from a buddy of mine who has made a couple trips to the areas of North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/92oRhSQdguEzxxnv/ Ralph Edwards: …
Random Thoughts
Bridges serve as critical infrastructure for transportation and supply chains, making them strategic targets for terrorists or guerrilla groups aiming to disrupt societal functions. By attacking bridges, these groups …
Random Thoughts
We recently lost power for well over 24 hours. In fact, as I type this the power is still out. No biggie. Cooking chicken and veggies on the grill. …
Preparedness
Might be good to take notice of what will happen when you mix certain chemicals…… You should probably print this image and file away……“just in case.” Rourke
Preparedness
My favorite clip from the classic Red Dawn movie from 1984. The truck pulls into the store and the kids run in. They gather supplies they will need to …
Guns & Stuff
Here’s a standard Ruger 10/22 with a scope. Extremely capable weapon. Super reliable and more accurate than most every person pulling the trigger. Budget friendly. Add a 25-rd BX-25 …
Preparedness
As we have seen with some of the recent storms and natural disasters having a form of alternative emergency separate from the grid can be critical to minimizing the …
Random Thoughts
Here are a few memes for your entertainment. Have a great week everyone!
Preparedness
Over the past two years, there has been much talk of problems with canning lids not sealing. In this video, I provide my observations as a manufacturing expert on …
Preparedness
In the following video, Pastor Joe Fox expresses his concern over illegal immigration and the threat from terrorist sleeper cells within the United States waiting to carry out “something.” …
Preparedness
One of my favorite scenes in the 1984 movie Red Dawn was when Col. Tanner described how the war started. Listen to what he says in this scene and …
Preparedness
We have the holiday season fast approaching with Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner. From a preparedness perspective, these holidays often have grocery stores offering sales and discounts …
