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From the Desk of John Rourke – November 22nd, 2016

JR November 21, 2016 11 Comments
Fairly impressed with the moves that Trump has made so far with his transition team and those selected to be part of his Administration. He appears to be making …
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Video: How to Build a Basic AR-15

JR November 21, 2016 2 Comments
  This video covers the entire process of building a basic AR-15. Many people find tremendous satisfaction putting together their own AR’s. There is also something to be said for …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 21st, 2016

JR November 21, 2016 5 Comments
NOTE: I am going to start publishing posts in the evening as for some reason some posts are missing their morning scheduled times. This post is an example of …
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Preparedness

Prep’s This Week

JR November 19, 2016 5 Comments
  Seemed like everyday was Christmas when I got home from work. A lot of packages arrived and waited for me on the kitchen table for things that I …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 18th, 2016

JR November 18, 2016 7 Comments
From the “It Never Ceases to Amaze Me File” – Man goes into Starbucks where they write your name on a cup and states “TRUMP”. You guessed it – …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – November 17th, 2016

JR November 17, 2016 5 Comments
Using Random.org entry #4 was selected as the winner of the Imalent DN12 1000 Lumen LED flashlight from GearBest.com. Thanks for those that participated and especially to GearBest for offering the …
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Guns & Stuff

Rourke’s new AR Build

JR November 17, 2016 8 Comments
  As a certified gun nut and a true believer than “too many guns” is something that should never be uttered – I am putting together another AR-15. Figured …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 16th, 2016

JR November 16, 2016 9 Comments
  It’s becoming more and more apparent that “alternative” news sources are the places to get real news. Even websites such as Alex Jones’s InfoWars.com and  ZeroHedge.com are becoming …
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Preparedness

Jericho Episode 15 – Semper Fidelis

JR November 16, 2016 No Comments
Here is the fifteenth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 14th, 2016

JR November 14, 2016 18 Comments
  The recent earthquake in New Zealand offers a reminder that it doesn’t take an economic collapse, EMP, or alien invasion to find yourself in a survival situation. ◊ …
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Preparedness

Review: Imalent DN12 1000 Lumen High Performance Flashlight

JR November 14, 2016 8 Comments
Remember – this flashlight is part of a giveaway ending on November 15th – click HERE for more information.   I continue to be amazed at the technology improvements …
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LAST CHANCE: Huge GearBest.com Sale Thru November 15th and a Giveaway

JR November 13, 2016 10 Comments
Many of you may know I am a huge fan of GearBest.com – and a customer. I browse their sales every few days and seem to always be able …
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Current Events

AlertsUSA sends out warnings

JR November 13, 2016 11 Comments
I received the following via email from AlertsUSA: Beginning Wednesday, AlertsUSA subscribers were notified of anti-Trump protests underway in cities across the US, including New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago, …
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Preparedness

Prep’s This Week

JR November 12, 2016 19 Comments
FYI: The regular “Prep’s This Week” post will be published on Saturdays from this point forward.   *   *   *   *   *   *   …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – November 11th, 2016

JR November 11, 2016 19 Comments
Thank you to all those that have served – Happy Veterans Day. If it were not for the brave who have protected this country we would not have the …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – November 10th, 2016

JR November 10, 2016 13 Comments
The shock from the election is still with me. I took Wednesday off as I expected Hillary to win and with that knowledge I wanted to reflect on what …
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America Wins!!!

JR November 9, 2016 25 Comments
I had quite a different post scheduled to publish this morning – and I will gladly delete it and admit that I have been wrong for months. Donald Trump …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – November 8th, 2016

JR November 8, 2016 19 Comments
Get out there and VOTE!!! Get your friends and family and get them to the poll to vote for Trump. …….and pray. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ I see …
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Current Events

The Coming American Reformation: Going Gray

JR November 8, 2016 18 Comments
  Many believe that the time to be publicly vocal about the assault on our freedoms and rights is over due to potential repercussions. The premise of going silent …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 7th, 2016

JR November 7, 2016 15 Comments
Pretty much the only thing on my mind is the election. Just cannot comprehend how so many people could be fooled or are so ignorant to such a large …
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Current Events

What, Not Who

JR November 6, 2016 12 Comments
Rourke: The following was originally published over at LifeToday.org.   What, Not Who By James Robison The older I get, the more significant each election seems to be. When …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 4th, 2016

JR November 4, 2016 6 Comments
Springfield Armory has released their version of the AR-15 – the “Saint”. I got a chance to lay my hands on it in a non-shooting inspection and handling session. …
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Preparedness

Q & A Day……Kel-Tec, Colt, Glock, Taurus and the Springfield “Saint”

JR November 4, 2016 13 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 “Why do they sterilize lethal …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 3rd, 2016

JR November 3, 2016 6 Comments
Working on an Operational Cache this week to stow away at one of my bug out locations. Hoping to get it completed by Friday and running out of time. …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 2nd, 2016

JR November 2, 2016 14 Comments
I caught myself recently telling a friend that I just could not understand why a carbine such as the old Marlin Camp 9 was not made today. I mean …
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Preparedness

Jericho Episode 14 – Heart if Winter

JR November 2, 2016 1 Comment
Here is the fourteenth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 1st, 2016

JR November 1, 2016 8 Comments
  The situation and tension between Russia and the United States continues to be eventful. Late last week it was reported that on October 17th there was a near miss …
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Preparedness

Prep’s This Week

JR November 1, 2016 12 Comments
NOTE: Well folks I just realized this never posted Sunday – so here it is on Tuesday. Nothing. Nada. Zilch. Really did not get anything done preparedness-wise this past …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke – October 31st, 2016

JR October 31, 2016 11 Comments
  Happy Halloween!!! Pay extra close attention to the evil clowns lurking in your backyard….and in your closets. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Interesting that on this day in …
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Guns & Stuff

NO EXCUSES!!!! Build a Budget AR

JR October 31, 2016 6 Comments
Beyond the ever increasing threats existing in the world and the possibility that significant gun control could be realized after the Presidential election – having an AR-15 can be …
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