Guns & Stuff
There’s been some interest in 80% lowers and the process of finishing one. I have not completed one myself although I have seen the final product and talked to …
Preparedness
Here is the seventh of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
Preparedness
When dressing for activities in the out of doors we often use layering so that we can add or remove layers as needed to meet our needs in changing …
Current Events
Ask a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, or “Can you daydream at night” – …
Preparedness
Managed to get a few things done this week: Picked up a pair of Merrell hiking shoes. This is my second pair and as my first still has …
Preparedness
Been thinking: Why does prepping exist as it does today? What makes it popular or possible based on numbers that participate to a greater or lesser degree? …
Life Philosophy
I received an email from frequent commenter Lightning. Her husband is struggling with some ongoing health issues and more tests are in the works. They have been married 46 years …
Preparedness
Here is the sixth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
Preparedness
I have read American Exit Strategy by Mark Goodwin twice and I foresee a third time in my future. Obviously I’ve enjoyed this book. American Exit Strategy is a …
Current Events
It is interesting as I travel through my everyday life and talk to acquaintances or meet with vendors as part of my job the things people say. These folks do …
Preparedness
Not a lot to report this week. I have been preparing the garden to start installing raised beds. I’ve decided to use wood and vary their size and shape. …
Guns & Stuff
A little while back I mentioned that when putting together an AR stripped lower I used YouTube to assist with assembly. Laying out all the required parts on a …
Preparedness
Here is the fifth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
Preparedness
I ordered this CIMA fixed blade knife a couple months ago when it was on sale for less than $20 and was shipped free. I really wasn’t expecting much. …
Random Thoughts
This week my main accomplishment was the purchase of an ATN X-Sight II 3-14X Day/Night Vision optic. So far I am very impressed and will report pro’s and con’s …
Current Events
No more “From the Front Lines….” I decided to go back to the old title of “From the Desk of…” Looking at some website statistics it looks like …
Preparedness
Here is the fourth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
Politics
Rourke: The following is a slightly edited and expanded version of a comment response I wrote up a few days ago. Figured I would share with everyone. Trump …
Preparedness
Note: For some reason this post did not go live Sunday morning as scheduled – whoops!! Most of my prep’s this week involved fewer tangibles and more “prep” work. …
Preparedness
Rourke: This post originally appeared over at The Patriot Podcast and can be seen HERE. So to begin, IFAK is a military acronym that stands for “Individual First …
Preparedness
Alright folks – an overdue installment of “Q & A Day”. Basically, ask me a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much …
Preparedness
Here is the third of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
Site Update
I finally was able to get most of the changes implemented although in a little different manner than planned. No matter…….. Here are the most recent changes: ◊ ◊ …
Site Update
Announced yesterday that I would be implementing some changes effective today. Well – Murphy showed and I ended up have some trouble. Hopefully I can work everything out soon …
Preparedness
Not a lot completed this past week. Completed 299 Days Book 5 – for the second time. What a great series. I think it is likely the most realistic …
Current Events
Rourke: The following is reprinted with permission via SurvivalBlog.com. The original post can be seen HERE. Now that Hillary (“Hitlery”) Rodham Clinton (HRC) has received the Democratic Party …
Preparedness
Here is the second of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we are …
Guns & Stuff
Why reload your own ammunition? Two reasons: reloaded ammunition may be much cheaper than factory and reloaded ammunition has the potential to greatly increase the accuracy of your …
Health & Fitness
So many of us complain about needing to lose weight and get fit. “Health” is another matter and although related to fitness and overall body composition it is NOT …
Preparedness
This past week flew by. Had planned to go to my brothers place in Georgia but had to cancel last minute due to some issues with my 17 year …