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From the Desk of John Rourke – January 12th, 2018

JR January 11, 2018 8 Comments
  So here’s the deal: I am rewriting A Survival Story as a completely new book written in 3rd person and will be part of a trilogy. This will take …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR January 10, 2018 5 Comments
  Every Thursday I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – January 10th, 2018

JR January 9, 2018 7 Comments
  So – Oprah is looking to run for President. While many will scoff at the idea and think its ridiculous the same can be said for many of …
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Quote: John Wayne on the American Flag

JR January 8, 2018 1 Comment
  “Sure I wave the American flag. Do you know a better flag to wave? Sure I love my country with all her faults. I’m not ashamed of that, …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – January 8th, 2018

JR January 7, 2018 8 Comments
  After quite a 2017 in politics, it is going to be interesting to see what 2018 brings. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ So far I’m down 10 pounds …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – January 5th, 2018

JR January 4, 2018 10 Comments
  It can be difficult at these times of low unemployment and record-breaking stock markets to be concerned about preparedness. The focus on economic collapse seems to have fizzled out …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR January 3, 2018 1 Comment
  Every Thursday I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness …
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Goals & Objectives – 2018

JR January 2, 2018 7 Comments
  I’m a big believer in setting goals. Without them, continuous improvement and positive change – while possible – is less likely. Goals need to be realistic and attainable. One problem …
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Quote: Truman on America

JR January 1, 2018 No Comments
  “America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.” Harry S. Truman
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From the Desk of John Rourke – January 1st, 2018

JR December 31, 2017 9 Comments
  Happy New Year everyone!!!! ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ I’ve established some weight equipment in my garage and completed 75% of the organization I need to do. Still …
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5 Prepper Items To Take On Vacation

JR December 31, 2017 7 Comments
  How many of us head out to the beach, the mountains – the lake – and wonder the same question: “What if something happens and we’re not at …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 29th, 2017

JR December 29, 2017 10 Comments
  OK folks, this weekend work on your New Years Resolutions, goals and objective, or whatever you call them. Those willing to share can do so next week. I’m …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 28th, 2017

JR December 27, 2017 1 Comment
  2017 is coming to a close quickly. Man, it has gone by so fast. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Managed to pick up some used weightlifting equipment. This …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR December 27, 2017 No Comments
  Every Thursday I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 26th, 2017

JR December 25, 2017 7 Comments
  Well, Happy The Day After Christmas!!! ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Trump Administration reducing the funding to the UN. I agree completely. The automatic nature of tax dollars being …
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How To Paint Your AR-15

JR December 25, 2017 No Comments
I’ve made a few attempts to paint AR’s and the results were amateurish at best. While Cerakote and other specialty coatings are very popular(and expensive) – a good-ole paint job can …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 21st, 2017

JR December 20, 2017 5 Comments
  The GOP Tax Bill has been passed. I watched President Trump and GOP Congressional leaders at their press conference and it was impressive. Although it was, for the …
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One Example of the BOB/GHB

JR December 18, 2017 No Comments
  All of us have some type of bug out bag or get home bag in our vehicle – right? The video below shows one example with a great description …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 18th, 2017

JR December 17, 2017 5 Comments
  This past weekend has been super busy and as such posting this week will be limited. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ There have been a lot of stories …
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5 Ways to Prepare on a Budget

JR December 17, 2017 6 Comments
  Zombie apocalypse. Crimewave. Race War. World War. Economic collapse. EMP. Pandemic. Hurricane. Massive winter storm. Invasion of the Smurfs. The reasons people prepare vary but what we should …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 15th, 2017

JR December 14, 2017 7 Comments
  “Serenity now! Serenity now!” ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ People over complicate and over analyze survival and preparedness all the time. Someone says they prefer “this” gun and they …
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Review: 10,000mAh Solar Power Bank Charger

JR December 14, 2017 4 Comments
  This will be a fairly short and simple review. I’ve been using this 10,000mAh solar power bank since November of 2016. It works and works well. Numerous trips …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 14th, 2017

JR December 13, 2017 2 Comments
  Appreciate all the well wishes for my son. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Here are all the ways to connect with John Rourke(um…that’s me): BestPreparednessDeals.com FreePrepperEbooks.com PrepperSeedBank.com Facebook: …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 13th, 2017

JR December 12, 2017 14 Comments
  I have now convinced myself I must have this…… ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Well – Life Happens. My older son had a driver run a red light …
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Guns & Stuff

Marlin 336W .30-30 Lever Action Rifle Review

JR December 12, 2017 7 Comments
  With the large selection of modern semi-auto “black” rifles such as the AR-15 and AK-47, the lever action is rarely discussed. Although many would argue there is little …
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From the AR Building Desk of John Rourke – December 12th, 2017

JR December 11, 2017 4 Comments
  Recently had a lot of questions regarding building AR’s. I am not an expert and some have – and will – call what I do assembly rather than …
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Quote: Chris Kyle on Going to Heaven

JR December 11, 2017 4 Comments
  “I am a strong Christian. Not a perfect one—not close. But I strongly believe in God, Jesus, and the Bible. When I die, God is going to hold …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – December 11th, 2017

JR December 10, 2017 2 Comments
  Watching a documentary called “The Enemies Within” on Amazon Prime. Quite good. It goes over a narrative of how the demise of communism in Germany and the Soviet …
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Guns & Stuff

Project: AR Pistol Build

JR December 10, 2017 10 Comments
  I’m addicted to building AR’s. I admit it. I’ve been actively searching for a support group to get help. Unfortunately, they all meet at my local gun shop …
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Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”

JR December 8, 2017 12 Comments
  Here is a place to share things you’ve been thinking about lately. What kind of things? Recent accomplishments in preparedness. Projects being worked on. Thoughts on world events. …
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