In the preparedness world, “cool” attracts a lot of attention. The latest & greatest guns have wallets being pulled out faster than Joe Biden’s brain cells are leaving his head. Communications equipment with all the bells and whistles that just might have you talking to ET. Bug out vehicles with knobby tires and super-bright aftermarket… Continue reading 30-Day Food Storage Deal Found – – > $77.98 Free Shipping
Author: JR
Taste Test: Yoders Canned Bacon
Bacon. Say “bacon” around a group of people and watch how their attention is instantly drawn to you. Hey – either you like bacon, or you’re wrong. For prepper’s considering what food to stock up on bacon is usually just a pipe dream due to its extremely limited shelf life. Enter: Yoders Bacon. I bought… Continue reading Taste Test: Yoders Canned Bacon
Quote of the Week – Abraham Lincoln
“America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves.” – Abraham Lincoln
Review: Nekteck 21W Portable Solar Charging Kit
I’ll be quick and to the point: Buy it. I’ve dabbled with small solar kits for over a decade. Charging battery packs and cell phones are good tasks for these small portable solar panels. The Nekteck 21W Solar Charger is packed with features including two USB ports, a Micro-USB cable, metal eyelets for hanging, and… Continue reading Review: Nekteck 21W Portable Solar Charging Kit
Ferro Rod & Tool Sharpener = FIRE
Lately, I’ve been playing around with some different fire starting methods including Ferro rods. With the right tinder, I have been really impressed with the results. While I still enjoy the simplicity and ease of use of a Bic lighter – I see the wisdom in more primitive fire starting methods as well. A good friend… Continue reading Ferro Rod & Tool Sharpener = FIRE
Has the SHTF already arrived?
I’ve struggled to just get this started. How do I convert the thoughts running through my head into words? I’m going to give it a shot. For the last few decades I’ve been a survivalist. A prepper. Whatever. I started off planning for the inevitable conflict between the Soviet Union and the United States. Bunkers,… Continue reading Has the SHTF already arrived?
What To Do If You Need a Gun…..and Don’t Have One
Hundreds of thousands…maybe even millions of people are “waking up” and acknowledging circumstances are such that being armed seems like a good idea. Regardless of the reasons firearms are under high demand and prices hover right around suggested retail. This means great deals are rare. There is hope! If you do not have a firearm… Continue reading What To Do If You Need a Gun…..and Don’t Have One
Rourke’s Recommendations
Every week JR recommends a few things such as articles, videos, movies, books, and an assortment of gear. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness while others are just interesting. As an Amazon affiliate, we earn a small commission on purchases made after clicking any link from this website at no additional cost… Continue reading Rourke’s Recommendations
Kel-Tec PMR 30…..Ultimate Bug Out Gun?
NOTE: This review was originally written back in 2016 and has now been updated with information current to January 2021. I’ve owned the PMR-30 now for over 5 years. Kel-Tec PMR-30 22 Magnum Semi-Automatic Pistol I have wanted the PMR-30 since it’s release in 2011. Having been an owner of the Automag II – which… Continue reading Kel-Tec PMR 30…..Ultimate Bug Out Gun?
The Ultimate Bug Out Food Bar
There is a huge market for specialty food bars made just for survival kits and bug out bags. I’m not talking about those 3,600 calorie bricks of cardboard that will enable you to try out your emergency dental kit. I’m talking high calorie, high protein energy bars that were developed by some “Navy Seal” and… Continue reading The Ultimate Bug Out Food Bar
From the Desk of John Rourke – February 5th, 2021
Interesting times we are living in. A few thoughts on survival and the world today……. Firearms & Ammunition Scarcity – While I predict little improvement at all over the coming months this situation with ammunition and firearms is ridiculous. Of course, my feelings on the matter don’t mean shit as pricing continues to go up… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – February 5th, 2021
List of Common Radio Frequencies for the Baofeng UV-5R
Communication at the retreat, off the grid, or on the farm is essential and does not have to be extremely expensive or overly complicated. For less than the cost of a decent dinner out for two people a full-featured short to medium distance communication tool – the Baofeng UV-5R – can be purchased. Extremely popular,… Continue reading List of Common Radio Frequencies for the Baofeng UV-5R
CanCooker Beef Stew
I got a brand new CanCooker Companion for Christmas. I love to cook and especially love using a crockpot. Although this is not a crockpot in the sense that you can set it and forget it all day, it is however a way to throw everything in one pot with the added bonus of being… Continue reading CanCooker Beef Stew
Time for a Laugh!!!
Sent by reader Oren – – – Thank you!!! In church last Sunday, I heard a sweet elderly lady in a nearby pew saying a prayer. She was so innocent and sincere that I just had to share it with you. “Dear Lord: This last year has been very tough. You have taken… Continue reading Time for a Laugh!!!
Need 9mm Ammo?
We all know it’s incredibly difficult to find common calibers such as .223 and 9mm. When we do find it prices are often insane. If you are looking for 9mm here is a source that is the best price I’ve found on the internet in weeks. 50 rounds of Tula 115-grain 9mm for $29.99. Great… Continue reading Need 9mm Ammo?
Censorship Causing Changes at 1776PatriotUSA.com
With Big Tech declaring war against free speech, the 2nd Amendment, and those of us considered “patriotic” I’ve made the decision to change some things here. I make no secret that I have 1776 and other websites as a secondary stream of income. As companies such as Amazon target those who have opinions and beliefs… Continue reading Censorship Causing Changes at 1776PatriotUSA.com
How to Can Bacon
NOTE: The following is NOT the recommended method for canning bacon by the USDA. You will need a large (tall) pressure canner; a rack on feet OR 2 racks and jelly jars with caps and rings; quart jars with caps and rings, preferably wide-mouth, thick-sliced bacon, and parchment paper (or paper bags). Get lots of… Continue reading How to Can Bacon
Canned Bread Yay or Nay?
Mr. Rourke gives this canned bread a big thumbs down. I did get him to like it when toasted with butter, added salt (yes, I added sea salt), and topped with a big slab of Jiff peanut butter. He says everything is better with peanut butter and I cannot disagree. I do, however, think that… Continue reading Canned Bread Yay or Nay?
Review of NEBO PAL
I got the Nebo Pal in my Christmas stocking and didn’t give it much thought until I got back to South Carolina from Maine and got to really check it out. As I pulled it out of the packaging I thought that this tool could be really useful. It’s a tool that is a knife,… Continue reading Review of NEBO PAL
It begins…….
The Biden Administration will officially take office this afternoon. While many hung on with unabated hope that somehow Trump would remain for an additional 4 years and the positive effects of his policies on the economy would remain – a slap of reality is about to be delivered. With that said, what can we expect… Continue reading It begins…….
Rourke’s Recommendations
Every week JR recommends a few things such as articles, videos, movies, books, and an assortment of gear. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness while others are just interesting. As an Amazon affiliate, we earn a small commission on purchases made after clicking any link from this website at no additional cost… Continue reading Rourke’s Recommendations
30-Day Food Storage Deal Found – – > $77.98 Free Shipping
Hey – just came across this deal and wanted to pass it on. This is the Auguson Farm’s 30-Day Food Storage Bucket. These have been popular in the past, however, over the past several months skyrocketed in price and sold out in many places. Right now they are available online for only $77.98 with Free… Continue reading 30-Day Food Storage Deal Found – – > $77.98 Free Shipping
Methods of Communication: Telegram Channels and Groups
With the ramped up attacks against free speech, it’s hard to get the truth. With media platforms being taken down the ability for like-minded folks to network and communicate online could get worse. For some time I’ve had a Telegram Group where a small number of us get together daily and chat about current events,… Continue reading Methods of Communication: Telegram Channels and Groups
Rourke’s Recommendations
Every week JR recommends a few things such as articles, videos, movies, books, and an assortment of gear. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness while others are just interesting. As an Amazon affiliate, we earn a small commission on purchases made after clicking any link from this website at no additional cost… Continue reading Rourke’s Recommendations
Review: 1,200 Lumen Flashlight For Less Than $20
Flashlights over the last ten years have improved tremendously in not just brightness, but battery life. Many companies such as Surefire, Streamlight, and Olight have lead the industry pushing the limits of performance while maintaining consistent pricing. Type in “flashlight” in the search bar on Amazon and you will see an endless list of complete… Continue reading Review: 1,200 Lumen Flashlight For Less Than $20
Participation in the Political System is Optional
Over the years I’ve been very critical of those who refused to vote in elections. They had their reasons, however, I felt that whether it was the “lesser of two evils” argument or at a minimum the thought that getting the right person in there would stave off gun control and other attacks against our… Continue reading Participation in the Political System is Optional
Fight Like A Girl….With A Gun
Fight like a girl….with a gun. It would be a perfect world if all bad guys or girls with a gun could be stopped by nonlethal means, be rehabilitated, and then go on to lead a wonderful life. Unfortunately, it is not a perfect world and bad people with guns exist. That is why I… Continue reading Fight Like A Girl….With A Gun
From now on…..
Protesters Storm Capital
As of 3:30 pm EST protestors in support of President Trump and frustrated by the absolute theft of the 2020 Presential election stormed the Captial building. At the time the protestors breached the property lawmakers were debating the electoral votes meant to certify Biden as the 46th President of the United States. Over the past… Continue reading Protesters Storm Capital
Rourke’s Recommendations
Every week JR recommends a few things such as articles, videos, movies, books, and an assortment of gear. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness while others are just interesting. As an Amazon affiliate, we earn a small commission on purchases made after clicking any link from this website at no additional cost… Continue reading Rourke’s Recommendations