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An Interview with PrepperWebsite.com’s Todd Sepulveda

JR April 26, 2017 No Comments
  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 …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 26th, 2017

JR April 25, 2017 9 Comments
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 …
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Guns & Stuff

The Four Rules of Gun Safety

JR April 25, 2017 4 Comments
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 …
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Random Thoughts

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

JR April 24, 2017 6 Comments
  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 …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR April 24, 2017 5 Comments
  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 …
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Current Events

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

JR April 23, 2017 5 Comments
  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, …
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SHTF Scenario: Dirty Bombs Detonated Across The United States

JR April 23, 2017 15 Comments
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, …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 21st, 2017

JR April 20, 2017 16 Comments
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 …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – April 20th, 2017

JR April 19, 2017 11 Comments
  Bill O’Reilly off Fox News and The Factor. Always liked him. Too bad. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Prepper Discipline: Sometimes when looking at a preparedness system and …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 19th, 2017

JR April 18, 2017 2 Comments
  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 …
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SHTF Communications: FRS/GMRS Walkie-Talkies

JR April 18, 2017 8 Comments
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 …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 18th, 2017

JR April 17, 2017 4 Comments
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 …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 17th, 2017

JR April 16, 2017 5 Comments
  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 …
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Interview: Dr. Joe Alton of the Doom and Bloom Survival Medicine Hour

JR April 16, 2017 1 Comment
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 …
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Free Survival & Preparedness Downloads

JR April 13, 2017 14 Comments
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 …
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The Sheepdog Concept

JR April 13, 2017 13 Comments
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 …
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CIMA Knife Table Top Review

JR April 12, 2017 2 Comments
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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Are North Korean Satellite’s an EMP Threat?

JR April 12, 2017 8 Comments
  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 …
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The Coming American Reformation

JR April 11, 2017 2 Comments
  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 …
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Current Events

Concerns Run High Over Tomahawk Strike in Syria

JR April 7, 2017 17 Comments
  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 …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – April 7th, 2017

JR April 7, 2017 11 Comments
  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 …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 6th, 2017

JR April 5, 2017 6 Comments
  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 …
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Life Philosophy

Q & A Day……food storage, water filtration, .223 versus 5.56 – oh my!!!

JR April 5, 2017 25 Comments
  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 …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 5th, 2017

JR April 4, 2017 10 Comments
  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 …
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Guns & Stuff

Taurus Millennium G2 9mm – the Journey to 2,000 Rounds Begins

JR April 4, 2017 2 Comments
  The Taurus Millennium G2 9mm pistol has become a favorite of budget-minded shooters over the past couple years. Holding 12 rounds of 9mm Parabellum in a semi-compact, lightweight …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 4th, 2017

JR April 3, 2017 12 Comments
  North Korea’s rhetoric and threats to turn the United States to ashes has lead to President Trump stating that “if China is not going to solve North Korea, …
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An Interview with Prepper Ralph

JR April 3, 2017 8 Comments
  It’s my honor to present the following written interview with Prepper Ralph. Ralph is extremely active and involved in numerous survival & preparedness related Facebook groups and has …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – April 3rd, 2017

JR April 2, 2017 5 Comments
    DEAL ALERT: Just received notice that Amazon has their 7″ Fire tablet on sale for $39.99. This is a heck of a deal. I have found the …
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Current Events

Atlanta Hwy 85 Bridge Fire – What Prepper’s Need to Know

JR April 2, 2017 4 Comments
  This past Thursday a fire was purposely set under a bridge in Atlanta on Highway 85. The fire has destroyed the bridge and rendered it inoperable. For those …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – March 31st, 2017

JR March 30, 2017 5 Comments
  In just a few days FreePrepperEbooks.com will launch. If interested head over and subscribe for future updates. Subscribers should receive notification of daily posts when they go live. …
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