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Random Thoughts

Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”

JR November 11, 2017 10 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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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 10th, 2017

JR November 9, 2017 12 Comments
  Sorry for the lack of regular posting. As stated previously I have a lot going on and hopefully, by sometime next week all will be back to normal. Priorities. …
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CIMA Knife Table Top Review

JR November 9, 2017 1 Comment
This was originally published August 23rd, 2016. My CIMA knives continue to do extremely well today. I ordered this CIMA fixed blade knife a couple months ago when it …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 8th, 2017

JR November 7, 2017 30 Comments
  This video shows how to make smoke grenades at home. This could be useful. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Is there a trend developing of Conservatives being attacked …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – November 7th, 2017

JR November 6, 2017 7 Comments
  Another unfortunate event where evil shows itself and the innocent are killed. If there can be any positive that comes out of the Texas church shooting is that …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 6th, 2017

JR November 5, 2017 8 Comments
  The big protests last Saturday by Antifa turned out to be nothing. I am a tad surprised it was not a bigger deal but anticipated the whole thing …
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Guns & Stuff

Gun’s & Fun: Lightweight AR Build

JR November 5, 2017 3 Comments
  I’ve slowly built this budget AR-15 over the last few months. It came out pretty much as expected. The first question everyone wants to know is – “How much …
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Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”

JR November 3, 2017 35 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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Frugality

Paladin Press “Going Out of Business” HUGE Sale

JR November 3, 2017 5 Comments
****Note: This post originally appeared over at BestPreparednessDeals.com.   Paladin Press has been a staple in the survival & preparedness book market for decades. Authors who simply could not …
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Guns & Stuff

5 Tips for Improving Your Shooting Accuracy

JR November 2, 2017 6 Comments
  It happens to every shooter, whether you are a novice or an experienced shooter. You get to a point where you miss targets that you know you should …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR November 1, 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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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 1st, 2017

JR October 31, 2017 7 Comments
  For longterm power outages, candles are an inexpensive solution. Excellent shelf life and easy storage make candle a staple which to stock up. My own preference are jar …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – October 31st, 2017

JR October 30, 2017 3 Comments
  Happy Halloween everyone. While this typically fun time of the year isn’t what it used to be I hope everyone has an enjoyable evening. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – October 30th, 2017

JR October 29, 2017 8 Comments
  One last comment on the whole “Free Kindle ebooks aren’t free” thing – it’s all about timing. My “From the Desk of….” posts go live every night at …
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Tactics for The American Reformation Part 6: Individual Movement Techniques & Fire Team Formations

JR October 29, 2017 No Comments
  Note: Information being provided is meant to encourage research, education, and training. The posts in of itself are merely brief summaries at most. Consider the information to be …
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SHTF: Fight Like a Man Audible Book Giveaway

JR October 29, 2017 No Comments
  We’re having a GIVEAWAY!!! Up for grabs is an audio version of Fight Like a Man: SHTF Series Book One. This first in a new series is taking …
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Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”

JR October 27, 2017 5 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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From the Desk of John Rourke – October 27th, 2017

JR October 26, 2017 11 Comments
  Stay tuned…..Sunday night I’ll announce a little giveaway we’re having. An audio edition of Fight Like a Man: A Post Apocalyptic Thriller will be up for grabs.  Narrated by …
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Preparedness

Recommended Resource: The Survival Medicine Handbook

JR October 26, 2017 4 Comments
MEDICAL PREPAREDNESS: Mentioned the other day that there are often supplies that we fail to stock up on because although useful – they are just not fun and exciting. …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – October 26th, 2017

JR October 25, 2017 7 Comments
  We all prepare for different – but similar reasons: Love for family and friends is a popular one.   Wouldn’t it be great if we could all come …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR October 25, 2017 8 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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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – October 25th, 2017

JR October 24, 2017 5 Comments
  I get nothing for posting this if you go sign up but just want to pass it on. I just signed up for a subscription to CRTV Television. …
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Preparedness

Azithromycin as a Survival Antibiotic

JR October 24, 2017 6 Comments
NOTE: The following was previously published over at DoomandBloom.net.   One of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics is Azithromycin, known in the U.S. as Z-Pak, is now in a new veterinary …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – October 24th, 2017

JR October 23, 2017 9 Comments
  I regularly listen to satellite radio – especially Channel 125 Patriot Radio. Excellent line up of hosts including David Webb, Mark Levin, Sean Hannity, and my personal favorite Andrew Wilkow. …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – October 23rd, 2017

JR October 22, 2017 3 Comments
  I have been an avid customer of Aldi’s for years. Great prices. a new store opened in my town called Lidl. SOME – but not most – of …
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Tactics for The American Reformation Part 5: Combat Multipliers

JR October 22, 2017 3 Comments
A combat multiplier is anything that makes you more effective, efficient, and lethal. Tactics during the American Reformation will certainly include combat multipliers for the individual as well as groups …
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Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”

JR October 20, 2017 3 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. Recent …
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Preparedness

The Effective Survival Medic

JR October 19, 2017 5 Comments
  NOTE: This article first appeared in American Survival Guide, and also over at DoomandBloom.net.   After water, food, and shelter, many consider personal defense to be the most important …
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Random Thoughts

From the Political Desk of John Rourke – October 19th, 2017

JR October 18, 2017 4 Comments
  I believe most Americans are fairly patriotic and decent people. Most – like 51%. From the majority of Liberals that I have talked to they are actually quite …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – October 18th, 2017

JR October 17, 2017 11 Comments
  I can’t hardly watch action movies anymore. Far too often I am criticizing the tactics used rather than just enjoying the movie. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ The …
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