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SURVIVAL HACK: Obtaining Propane for Off Grid Cooking On The CHEAP!!

JR July 2, 2020 6 Comments
Most people have some type of gas grill that operates on normal, everyday 20 lb. prone tanks. When the power goes out the gas grill suddenly becomes very important. …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR July 1, 2020 3 Comments
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 …
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[VIDEO] Shut Down Bias EXPOSED! Unreal Political Hypocrisy!

JR June 29, 2020 2 Comments
I’ve watched a lot of videos over the years that provide a perspective of truth using facts, logic, and common sense. The video below – shared to me by …
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Preparedness

Decline of America and an American Exit Strategy – Part #2

JR June 25, 2020 14 Comments
See Part #1 here – – > Current Events and the Decline of America Part #1 In Part #1 of this series, I did my best to provide some …
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Current Events

Current Events and the Decline of America – Part #1

JR June 24, 2020 21 Comments
Mayhem. Violence. Looting. Destruction. Threats. Murders. Curfews. Civil Unrest. Cities across the United States are burning. Literally. The wrongful death of George Floyd under the knee of a police …
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Video: EMP Testing (Garbage Cans and EMP Bags)

JR June 16, 2020 3 Comments
The threat of a solar flare or EMP has never been higher than today. History shows we are well overdue for a solar flare and with tensions flaring …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke 06/15/20

JR June 14, 2020 5 Comments
First off, I hope everyone is staying safe and well. These are incredible times we are experiencing and the future is incredibly uncertain. It is very easy to get …
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REVIEW: Surviveware Small First Aid Kit

JR June 8, 2020 1 Comment
Who is Surviveware? To understand why I am so impressed with this company it’s important to briefly summarize just who Surviveware.com is. A bit of their background: Janco and …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR June 3, 2020 2 Comments
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 …
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Guns & Stuff

Rourke’s Favorite AR Magazines

JR June 2, 2020 2 Comments
It seems every time I turn around there is a new manufacturer of AR-type weapons as well as magazines. Magazines are incredibly important and can render the nicest weapon …
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Current Events

COVID-19 Data Study: Ammunition Sales Continue to Soar in Response to Coronavirus Panic

JR May 31, 2020 7 Comments
Rourke: The following is an excerpt from Ammo.com. The folks over there not only offer a great selection of ammunition at great prices but also have numerous articles on …
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Current Events

Thoughts on the George Floyd Situation

JR May 31, 2020 9 Comments
My thoughts on the death of George Floyd and current events. This video was recorded just hours before the arrest of the main officer involved. – – – Rourke …
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VIDEO: Baofeng For Dummies UV5R+ HAM Radio Tutorial

JR May 27, 2020 No Comments
Over the past few years, there have been numerous questions and requests pertaining to the “preppers radio” – the Baofeng UV-5R(and its siblings). The video below offers up some …
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Preparedness

Rourke’s Recommendations

JR May 26, 2020 No Comments
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 …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR May 21, 2020 4 Comments
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 …
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Life Philosophy

A Change in Attitude

JR May 20, 2020 1 Comment
Rourke: I published the following letter a few years ago and upon revisiting it felt it was very valid today. Enjoy! We have lived in Alaska for coming on …
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Current Events

Politicians Lied About the Lockdowns

JR May 15, 2020 15 Comments
Over the last few months, we’ve been told the peak was coming – we just need to make it through the peak. Then, “flatten the curve” was the line …
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Current Events

A Message From Mark Goodwin of PrepperRecon.com

JR May 14, 2020 3 Comments
I recently received the following email from Mark Goodwin which he sent out to many of his followers. I am reprinting it here with permission due to the concerns …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – May 11th, 2020

JR May 11, 2020 2 Comments
A few upcoming changes with the website: The daily free survival & preparedness Kindle ebook posts will change next week to Monday – Thursday and will post at around …
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Current Events

What if Trump Gets the Coronavirus?

JR May 10, 2020 12 Comments
How many have considered what would occur if Trump comes down wth the COVID-19? The effects of this condition would have far reaching effects well beyond the logistics of …
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Life Philosophy

Something Different: “Itchy Boots” Motorcycling the World

JR May 9, 2020 3 Comments
With all the headlines about pandemics, unemployment, economic collapse, and division in this country it is good to get distracted once in a while to recharge your batteries and …
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Preparedness

Rourke’s Recommendations

JR May 5, 2020 3 Comments
Every Tuesday 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 …
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Current Events

COVID-19: Interview with a Nurse

JR May 4, 2020 5 Comments
The last two months have been unprecedented. Many of us have been wearing masks and using copious amounts of hand sanitizer.  We’ve had many restaurants and bars close and …
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Current Events

Unemployment. COVID-19. Supply Chains. What Have We Learned?

JR May 1, 2020 8 Comments
Over the past 6 weeks, more than 30 million people have filed for unemployment. This is a shocking number and while it appears the trend of people losing their …
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Guns & Stuff

Thoughts on AR versus AK……

JR April 30, 2020 17 Comments
This is going to be a very short post. Typically I despise posts like this as my answer is always, “Yes!” What I mean by that is simply “yes” …
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Random Thoughts

SPECIAL EVENT, Tuesday April 28th 6:00pm EST – 1776 Facebook Group

JR April 28, 2020 2 Comments
Special event tonight on Facebook in the 1776PatriotUSA.com Group. 30+ free Kindle eBooks will be listed live….possibly more. You must be a member of the group to gain access …
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Guns & Stuff

Thoughts on the .22LR for self defense

JR April 28, 2020 21 Comments
I know – “Why would anyone in their right mind ever consider the .22LR for self-defense?” Using the .22 for self-defense is a frequently discussed topic and often creates …
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Preparedness

Supply Disruption and Upcoming Food Shortages

JR April 27, 2020 21 Comments
As if the health risk of COVID-19 virus and the economic calamity taking place in this country wasn’t enough, now, we have headlines across all media platforms stating we …
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Guns & Stuff

Review: Lightnin’ Grip Loader for .22LR Magazines

JR April 26, 2020 No Comments
The .22lr is by far my favorite caliber. The reasons are simple – very inexpensive and super fun to shoot. The drawback of shooting the .22lr – especially in …
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Adventure

Adventure in Your Heart, and in Life

JR April 25, 2020 2 Comments
With everything going on right now – unemployment, pandemic, increasing crime, inflation, etc. – stress and anxiety are on the rise. Life today tends to have us focus on …
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