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The Terminal List

JR July 9, 2022 6 Comments
I read Jack Carr’s The Terminal List and all of his corresponding narratives like a fat kid eats chocolate pudding. Yeah – I absolutely engulfed it. No other book …
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Video: 10 Things YOU should consider (NOW) to prepare for CHAOS

JR July 8, 2022 No Comments
I posted this preparedness video way back in 2017 and it still holds true. Pastor Joe Fox – someone I respect immensely – has done a valuable service over …
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Adventure

Reading List – Hunter by James Byron Huggins

JR July 6, 2022 2 Comments
I just started to re-read this book and thought I’d repost this. Yeah – I like it that much. So I thought I’d remind everyone about it. If you …
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From the Desk of John Rourke

JR July 5, 2022 9 Comments
It’s been a while since I’ve thrown one of these “random thought” posts out there. Really should do this more often. Our move to Kentucky is complete; unfortunately, it …
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Give me 30 seconds……

JR July 5, 2022 10 Comments
It’s that time again…..Over at the Top Prepper Sites, we sit at #5 overall, but, we have 4th place within our sites!! I would really appreciate it if you …
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BestTacticalDeals.com has arrived – July 4th, 2022

JR July 4, 2022 3 Comments
Officially launched today – BestTacticalDeals.com. BestTacticalDeals.com highlights the best deals around the internet on all things “tactical”. Tactical? Yeah. Everything from guns & ammo, backpacks & body armor, to …
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Random Thoughts

Happy Independence Day

JR July 4, 2022 2 Comments
Happy Independence Day folks!! Make it a great day, then work to do what you can even in some small way to take our country back. Take care! Rourke
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Preparedness

Price Reduction: 128GB Survival & Preparedness Digital Survival Library – $34.98

JR June 29, 2022 No Comments
I was able to pick up a large lot of 128GB USB drives a few dollars cheaper than normal and am passing on the savings. New price is $34.98 …
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Guns & Stuff

Magnified Optics

JR June 28, 2022 8 Comments
The vast majority of the AR’s I’ve bought/built as well as other long guns I’ve purchased have had open sights or red dot optics. The simple reasoning behind this …
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Preparedness

UPS Guy Made Another Delivery

JR June 27, 2022 4 Comments
I mentioned a week or so ago that I received a delivery of some magazines I ordered. Sleepy Joe and his cronies continue to push for more gun control …
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Current Events

Boots on the Ground: It’s Getting Real

JR June 26, 2022 4 Comments
David with his Youtube channel SouthernPrepper1 has a continuing series called “Boots on the Ground”. In this series, David passes on first-hand information that he receives from viewers regarding …
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Current Events

Roe Rage

JR June 25, 2022 11 Comments
Quick note: We are really in the response to the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe vs. Wade. Tempers are flaring and the rhetoric of the Left is absolutely trending …
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Vaseline & Cotton Balls – the Perfect Fire Starter?

JR June 23, 2022 2 Comments
Looking for fire starters that are as good for the backpack as for the backyard? Look no further. Using Vaseline and cotton balls is as simple as can be …
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Calamity

JR June 22, 2022 4 Comments
Over the past several weeks I’ve been inundated with requests for advice, direction, and sometimes just my 2 cents as to what’s going on in the world. So many …
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Guns & Stuff

Revolver for Concealed Carry

JR June 21, 2022 4 Comments
I don’t currently own a revolver, though, I have had several. One of the best concealed carry options is a revolver made specifically for concealed carry. These revolvers often …
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Random Thoughts

Mail Run: Tactical Stuff

JR June 19, 2022 10 Comments
As it often happens received notifications from my local UPS Store that I had some packages arrive. I recently ordered some Glock 17 magazines to shore up my supplies. …
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Recipe: Chicken & Gravy Over Rice[2022]

JR June 16, 2022 6 Comments
What foods to store in a food storage program is a popular topic, especially with the level of inflation – but what about making meals from that food? Not …
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Thoughts on Fire Starting by Myke

JR June 15, 2022 2 Comments
Longtime reader Myke recently commented on a post I published on Fire Starting. What he describes as an inexpensive and effective fire starting tool is exactly something I’ve experimented …
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‘Tis the Season for Gun Control #IWILLNOTCOMPLY

JR June 12, 2022 9 Comments
I and many other 2nd Amendment supporting folks who have a which platform to speak have been screaming “GUN BANS ARE COMING!!!” for decades. We’ve professed the need to …
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Preparedness

FM 21-76 Survival Army Manual

JR June 9, 2022 2 Comments
While I love new modern technology, old-school survival is where my heart really is. US Army Feild Manual 21-76 is a classic no matter which publication year is being …
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Life Philosophy

Life’s Journey………

JR June 8, 2022 3 Comments
Over the past 3-4 years I’ve been on a journey that I would never have predicted. This journey has led me from South Carolina to Georgia, back to South …
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Telegram Channels and Groups, 1776 News & Information Channel

JR June 7, 2022 1 Comment
I’ve discussed Telegram as a communications tool previously. It continues to rank up there as one of the most secure communication tools available.  With many media platforms and accounts …
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New AR Build Concept…….

JR June 7, 2022 1 Comment
As we go through these incredible times that I call “frigg’n nuts” I’ve decided to build one more AR. I certainly hope this isn’t the last, but, you never …
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Preparedness

Fire Starting

JR June 3, 2022 1 Comment
The ability to make fire is one of the most important survival skills and preparedness tasks that preppers need to be able to do. Fire provides warmth from the …
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Preparedness

Review: Nekteck 21W Portable Solar Charging Kit

JR June 2, 2022 No Comments
I’ll be quick and to the point: Buy it. I reviewed this portable solar panel previously and am sharing it again. It’s still available and a great deal. I’ve …
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Current Events

One World Government…….Evil Leaders

JR June 1, 2022 5 Comments
Watch the video below related to the New World Order and One World Government. It does an excellent job showing how powerful leaders in the world – including those …
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Guns & Stuff

Magazines and Ammunition

JR May 31, 2022 7 Comments
I’ve been saying it for the past several years – stock up NOW. On what? On everything!!! I’ve especially suggested magazines and ammunition. We have seen numerous examples from …
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Current Events

Remember the Fallen……

JR May 30, 2022 4 Comments
Monday is not National Cookout Day. It is not Buy a Big Screen On Sale Day. It is Memorial Day in which we should all remember those that have …
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Current Events

Uvalde Mass Shooting

JR May 27, 2022 13 Comments
“UVALDE, Tex. — The gunman who opened fire at an elementary school here shared his intentions to carry out an attack in private social media messages shortly before slaughtering …
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Review: 1,200 Lumen Flashlight For Less Than $20

JR May 26, 2022 3 Comments
I originally posted this back in January of 2021. It all still holds true and the flashlight is still available. I also still have one in my truck, camper, …
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