Random Thoughts
Couldn’t get to the “From the Desk of….” post yesterday. More had to be done than allotted time would allow thus prioritizing had to take place. ◊ ◊ ◊ …
Preparedness
Getting started in prepping can be a daunting task and one can easily get overwhelmed. With the headlines of today, it is easy to feel a huge sense of …
Random Thoughts
Garden is almost completely planted. We had torrential downpours last week which helped but was concerned too much water would create issues. Supposed to get rain today then clear …
Preparedness
Rourke: This post was originally published over at DoomandBloom.net and republished here with permission. In these days of Pokemon Go and other smartphone distractions, you’re seeing more and more …
Random Thoughts
North Korea continues to stay in the news. By all accounts China seems to be seriously assisting with the situation. Regardless, we have a nutcase threatening all of us …
Random Thoughts
Protein is often an expensive component in food storage programs. Freeze dried meat can be upwards of $30 – $50 for a #10 can. Canned meat like ham is …
Life Philosophy
It is my honor to present the following interview with Todd Sepulveda – editor of The Prepper Website and host of The Prepper Website Podcast. On with the …
Random Thoughts
Anyone remember the “missile” that was rumored to be fired from a submarine off the coast of California several years ago? Many experts on both sides of the story …
Guns & Stuff
Over the past two months, I’ve worked with several new shooters and have gone over the four rules of gun safety – over and over and over again. I …
Random Thoughts
Japan is reportedly sending destroyers and other warships to join up with American military ships that are heading towards North and South Korea. Trump has also called for a …
Preparedness
Every couple weeks or so I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to …
Current Events
Spent some time outdoors this past weekend working in the garden and yard. Really want to enjoy the outdoors a lot more this summer. Kayaking, hiking, backpacking, fishing, …
Preparedness
Between 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm, several dirty bombs are detonated in cities across the United States. Initially, these cities are reported to be New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, …
Preparedness
I tend to look at preparedness overly complex. Solar panels, inverters, walkie-talkies, 2M ham radio, HF ham radio, single-sideband CB, scanners, LED CREE flashlights with backup chargers, etc. Some …
Random Thoughts
Bill O’Reilly off Fox News and The Factor. Always liked him. Too bad. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Prepper Discipline: Sometimes when looking at a preparedness system and …
Random Thoughts
Trump signed the “Buy American, Hire American” Executive Order on Tuesday. This order works to reduce the number of guest worker visas and require GOVERNMENT agencies to purchase American-made …
Preparedness
Look up “SHTF Communications” and you’ll often find advice suggesting that if you do not spend a boatload of money, get a multitude of licenses, and be able to talk …
Current Events
The storage shed at the retreat is almost complete. Ended up being a larger job than we thought. Hopefully, within a few weeks, we’ll begin to pre-stage supplies. This …
Life Philosophy
Last week’s vacation was great. Spent time in north Georgia in the mountains. We stayed in a remote cabin that was very peaceful and had a heck of …
Preparedness
It is my pleasure to provide the following interview with Dr. Joe Alton. Dr. Joe – also known as Dr. Bones – runs their website DoomandBloom.net with his wife …
Preparedness
We’ve discussed putting together a digital survival & preparedness library using Kindles, Amazin Fire’s – whatever. The free ebooks available on Amazon periodically are great but there are tons of …
Random Thoughts
This post was originally published March 14th, 2016. January 13th, 1982: Air Florida Flight 90 crashed into the Potomac River. Only six of the 74 passengers survived the crash …
Preparedness
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 …
Current Events
The following was originally posted June 22nd, 2106. It is just as relevant today – and slightly edited for current publication. North Korea now has two orbiting satellites …
Current Events
The following was originally published September 20th, 2016 – prior to the last election. Regardless of the election’s outcome, the American Reformation is all but certain to greet …
Current Events
I felt the need to further comment on the rapidly changing events involving chemical weapons, Syria, the United States – and Russia. There is a lot of information …
Current Events
Reminder: Next week I will be mostly AFK*(away from keyboard). I have an assortment of posts scheduled and hope some good discussions within the 1776-community occur. I’ll chime …
Random Thoughts
I’ve been watching the TV series Life Below Zero on Netflix. I’d say these people are nuts for living out in the wilderness and the fridged temps of …
Life Philosophy
Ask a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, or “Is it OK to …
Random Thoughts
Hope everyone is having a great week. The weather was fantastic Tuesday here in South Carolina with temps near 80. Rain tomorrow but rest of week and weekend looking …
