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Paratus 3-Day Operator’s Backpack

JR February 5, 2022 No Comments
Reminder: The ever-popular Paratus Bug Out Bag is known in some circles as the “preppers pack”. I have one of these bags and it’s an extreme value at around …
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Making It Happen

JR February 4, 2022 8 Comments
We live in unprecedented times. Things going on around us don’t make sense and are scary. It’s not shameful to admit you’re scared. We are human. Here’s my take: …
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Prepper Food Storage Tip: Peanut Butter

JR February 1, 2022 10 Comments
With all the talk of supply chain issues and possible food shortages over the next couple of years, food storage is becoming a very hot topic. Inflation continues to …
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Guns & Stuff

Marking Your Magazines

JR January 27, 2022 3 Comments
This is a Blast From the Past from a few years ago about marking AR magazines(or any mags) for easy identification. Figured some of you may have missed it. …
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Escaped CDC Monkeys? Wonderful……

JR January 26, 2022 4 Comments
Many of you may not be aware that several days ago a truck carrying 100 monkeys to a CDC lab was involved in an accident and some of the …
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Preparedness

Small Buried Cache

JR January 25, 2022 3 Comments
For a variety of reasons, people look to bury supplies or create a cache. These reasons range from security to pre-positioned supplies along a planned travel path. Caches can …
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Things Are Getting Crazy!! Store Food Now!!

JR January 23, 2022 7 Comments
I’m not a fear-monger – but, things are getting crazy. The writing’s on the wall and we need to get ready. Store shelves are getting bare and what’s left …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR January 20, 2022 2 Comments
Every couple weeks 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 …
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Patriot II AR-Build. Considering the Possibilities

JR January 20, 2022 2 Comments
I’m in the process of planning a new AR build – The Patriot II Rifle Build Project. This will be a sequel to the original Patriot Rifle build. With …
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Thoughts on the Mossberg Shockwave

JR January 19, 2022 2 Comments
The Mossberg Shockwave is technically neither a shotgun, pistol, nor a rifle. It is simply considered a “firearm”. This is the reason that firearms such as the Shockwave can …
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Food Storage Survival Meals: Beef Stew and Rice

JR January 18, 2022 5 Comments
Scenario: Mid-February. The snow has been falling lightly for several hours adding close to 3 inches to the 8 already covering the countryside. We’ve covered close to 3 miles …
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Crimes being decriminalized

JR January 16, 2022 9 Comments
There are reports coming out of New York City that armed robbery has been changed from a felony to a misdemeanor. Like many headlines, there’s some truth to the …
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Great Weekend Deals at PSA

JR January 15, 2022 No Comments
Some fantastic deals this weekend over at Palmetto State Armory. Here they are:   1. Magpul 30rd PMAGS – $8.99 and free shipping on 5 or more with Coupon …
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Food Shortages? First Hand Report at Local Grocery Store

JR January 15, 2022 12 Comments
This past week I stopped by a local grocery store here in South Carolina to check out the “food shortages” I keep hearing about. I was pretty surprised by …
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Preparedness

Celebrities Buying Bunkers…..Really?

JR January 13, 2022 9 Comments
Seems like every year or two there’s a story about how the rich and famous are buying bunkers. This has been going on for many years. What exactly this …
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Review: OneTigris COSMITTO 2 Person Backpacking Tent

JR January 11, 2022 No Comments
7-week tent review on the OneTigris COSMITTO 2 Person Backpacking Tent – Free Standing Lightweight Waterproof 3 Season Camping Tent. I did the initial first impression review back in …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR January 10, 2022 No Comments
Every couple weeks 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 …
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Reminder for Patriot Brigade Members

JR January 8, 2022 No Comments
A quick reminder for all Patriot Brigade members – – – > The member-only blog posts are located HERE. You can access this page to read the latest posts …
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5 Things to do Right Now to Prepare for 2022

JR January 7, 2022 6 Comments
Sometimes I sit back and think about the last two years and the impact TIME has had on people’s lives. These last two years, for me, have been extremely …
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Current Events

VIDEO: New IRS Reporting to Hurt Side Businesses

JR January 7, 2022 2 Comments
You may have heard about the new way that the IRS will be monitoring income from “side hustles” and such.  Another example of government continuing to grow larger and …
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Guns & Stuff

AR – AK Magazines – $4.99 and $5.99 each

JR January 6, 2022 No Comments
Just found this fantastic deal.  AR magazines for $4.99 and AK magazines for $5.99. These are rugged and reliable steel magazines. I have shot many rounds through the steel …
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How To Purify Water With Bleach

JR January 4, 2022 8 Comments
In an emergency situation where regular water supply is interrupted, water quality and contamination will quickly come into question. Running out of water for an extended period of time …
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Happy New Year

JR January 1, 2022 2 Comments
I wish everyone nothing but the best in 2022. There is little doubt 2022 will have many challenges and obstacles. I’m looking forward to taking on whatever comes at …
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Frugality

Grocery Store Trip

JR December 31, 2021 14 Comments
I just got back to the camper from a trip to the grocery store and am blown away by the prices. The grocery store is a “KJ’s” which is …
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Current Events

OMICRON, Government Overreach, Uncertain Future

JR December 30, 2021 7 Comments
Please read this post on COVID, OMICRON, and government overreach all the way to the end. Brief Current COVID Summary: Over 70% of all diagnosed COVID-19 cases are OMICRON …
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Random Thoughts

Update on Website Redesign II

JR December 28, 2021 2 Comments
I know when I’ve had my @ss handed to me. I’ll stick with the original theme for the time being as the conversion process is using way too much …
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Quote of the Week: Rahm Emanuel

JR December 28, 2021 2 Comments
“You never let a serious crisis go to waste. And what I mean by that it’s an opportunity to do things you think you could not do before.”  –  …
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Update on Website Redesign

JR December 26, 2021 7 Comments
Well – I was not thrilled with the looks of the new design. I also had lost some content that was part of the previous design so I reversed …
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Current Events

Merry Christmas

JR December 25, 2021 5 Comments
Hope everyone has an absolutely wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!! Rourke
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30-rd AR Hexmag Series II Magazines

JR December 23, 2021 1 Comment
Hey all – if you’re looking for any AR magazines Botach has 30-rd Hexmags for only $5.99. Just found out about this(thank you – you know who you are!!) …
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