Tag: random thoughts

Hope everyone has a great weekend. Be safe out there and have some fun!

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Kayak trip planned Sunday with family and some friends. Looking forward to it. Love going down the river.  often think if I could transport back in time how much different would the river be.

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Beautiful sky last night with a full moon….

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Garden is really producing now. Picked several cucumbers, zucchini, yellow squash and a few tomato’s.

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I have some vacation time to take in the near future. Likely during one of the upcoming weeks the “From the Desk of….” will miss a few days and the availability to respond to comments and site issues will be minimal. More details to follow…….

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I read Comey’s planned statement. I was not surprised by anything nor shocked. Comey obviously was not used to working with a non-politician like Trump. Trump should feel completely vindicated through Comey’s statement. The problem is the MSM will twist and turn things around. While Comey may infer that Trump was attempting to sway FBI investigations the Liberal media will report that Comey says he did.

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Just watched The Ghost and the Darkness for like the 8th time. Great movie.

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Started reading American Exit Strategy for the third time. What a great book and one of the most realistic in my humble – ok not so humble – opinion.

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NEEDED TASK: I’ve got to do some serious gun cleaning to complete. Couple AR’s, M&P9, XD9 – and M&P15-22.

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Skills, skills, and more skills. I have so much to learn. I do find sometimes I spend more time writing about preparedness than practicing it although there are times when I do a ton all at once. Plant identification is one area I am severely lacking as well as essential oils.

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Pool’s up and fairly level. More than 3,000 gallons of water which can be used for a variety of things. Favorite use? Cooling off of course.

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Firearms can be for fun – not just for battle and self-defense. Far too often someone posts up a gun they like or a custom paint job and they are ridiculed for not being “tactical” enough.

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My wife runs a part-time business making custom t-shirts, etched glass mugs, and wine glasses, etc. She just made this shirt. You’ll get it if the new fidget spinner craze drives you as mad as it does me…..

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Appreciate the orders for the Sawyer Water Filter Bucket Kits. A few more go out tomorrow. Price set to increase from $10 to $12.99 June 15th.

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Truth……

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Homemade Survival Weapons

Camping & Hiking Checklist

Dutch Oven Recipes 101

Essential Oils for Beginners

Saving Heirloom Seeds

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I’ve been reading several non-prepper books lately and continue to really enjoy audio books. If you haven’t tried them – I highly recommend it. I listen anywhere I go while in the car. Right now new listeners can get two free audiobooks when they sign up. Good deal.

Michael Jordan – Greatest ever. Period.

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Picture of the garden with some weeding and mulching:

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I think I’ve mentioned this before –

“People are not judged on your intentions – you’re judged on your actions.”

Something to remember.

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Anyone have any experience with Augason Farms and their food storage products? I have a 30-day bucket I bought a couple years ago and going to do some taste testing. I really like their product line and know they have been around for a long time. Will report on the taste test next week.

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The Day After Never

Hikers Guide to Long Range Meal Planning

The Ultimate Collection of Survivalist

Homemade Survival Bars

Survival Navigation

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Another terrorist attack with London being the target. As of this writing, I have not heard the identities of the terrorist, however, the welcoming of Muslim refugees that England has partaken is backfiring.

You simply cannot coexist with those that want to kill you.

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Hardest working weekend I’ve had in quite some time. Finished installing an above ground pool. We had one last year and had it up for two years. It was not very level so we got rid

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Latest picture of Jake playing with Bella in the backyard.

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Hope everyone has a great week.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

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Nuclear War Survival Strategies

Disaster Survival For Beginners

100 Tips for Survival in the Wild

Survival 20-Book Collection

Wild Game Gourmet

Economic Survival Pantry

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Although I am not one to place great faith in things like a “New World Order”. It is a fact that there are groups of extremely powerful and influential people that meet periodically – in secret. Makes you wonder, doesn’t it? These may be completely innocent and they meet because…well….because they can.

The next meeting of high-power elites will take place in Chantilly, Virginia. They are called the Bilderberg Group.

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Saw one of the most awesome firearms I have ever seen – and would love to have it. It was a Falkor Defense Petra – a carbon fiber .300 Win Mag.

Only $5799.00. Hell – I’ll get two!

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Trump pulls the United States out of Paris climate change agreement. While I am an advocate for the environment the Paris agreement was bad for the US and bad for its economic future. The fact that Barak Obama is seeing the 8 years of work he did unravel right in front of his eyes is just as satisfying.

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Food I would miss the most if the electricity went out and didn’t come back on: ice cream

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Anyone have any experience with AlienGear OWB holsters?

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Have a great weekend everyone. Be safe out there.

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Stockpiling for Disaster

How To Make an Emergency Kit

Survival Arsenal

Survival for Children

Growing the Good Life

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CNN fires Kathy Griffin. Excellent.

What is amazing to me is the number of people suggesting that what she did was just fine. Hey – she’s just expressing her 1st amendment rights – right? Of course, she can say whatever she wishes however it goes both ways. The outrage over her action is a positive indication that such treatment of a President – ANY President – is unacceptable. Give it time folks as the decline in morality will continue. I’m not trying to be negative I am being truthful. That what you pay me for, right?

A fairly popular author of preparedness websites and magazines posted on Facebook his thoughts on the Kathy Griffin situation suggesting that it was really not that big of a deal. He said there are bigger things to worry about. Well, I have to disagree. While there are big problems to think about this vile action providing so many with a graphic depiction of what is in many people’s hearts is serious.

Those old enough to remember – consider the weeks after 9/11.

My how things have changed.

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Some say the glass is half full while others suggest the glass is half empty. I say it’s the wrong size glass.

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Been working on leveling an area in the backyard for an above ground pool. Had one for a few years but the ground really needed to be leveled. Built a frame and now filling it with sand. Fun!

3,000 gallons of extra water year round is a good thing to have.

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Hope everyone’s week is going well.

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Beginners Guide to Creating a Bug Out Bag

Crisis Preparedness

Improvised Munitions Handbook

Over 200 Survival Hacks

Happy, Healthy, and Prepared

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Putting this out a bit early due to tomorrow being Memorial Day.

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Went to the range Saturday and did some shooting with the Freedom Ordnance FX-9 9mm carbine I recently acquired. Shot a little over 100 rounds – not a lot – and so far no problems. I mounted a Walther red dot I had lying around and it was almost right-on-the-money and only required minimal adjustment. After that knocking down steel plates was easy.

Going to get a few compatible magazines from different manufacturers and see how they do.

Pistol caliber carbines are so fun!!

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This is one lucky guy. A black bear charges him while he is stalking with a recurve bow. While many would suggest this is a perfect example of why to carry a sidearm I suspect there was no way the hunter had time to draw prior to the attack once the bear charged. Regardless, a Glock 20 in 10mm would be my carry choice in these areas – and a companion who is slower than me.

I recently finished a great prepper fiction book – Locker Nine: A Novel of Societal Collapse. It was unique in that the main character is a college-age female. This should be especially attractive to women prepper’s as generally main characters in these books are “manly men”. Great story with some pretty colorful characters that make for a lot of entertainment. One of my favorite aspects of Locker Nine is how the girl’s father prepared her for an emergency situation via a cache of supplies. You just have to read it to appreciate.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

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Anyone have any experience with ETS Glock magazines? I will be taking my Freedom Ordnance FX-9 to the range this weekend. It uses Glock 17 magazines and looking at options beyond the Glock factory mags.

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The stock market continues it’s upward swing. Good for my 401k, however, a correction is bound to happen. Might be a day, a month, or 5 years – but it will happen.

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An employee of mine was severely burned in a grease fire at his house in the kitchen. I don’t know all the details, however, when you are at home next look around and see where your fire extinguisher is. Although I had one in my kitchen on my refrigerator I moved it to the far wall from the stove and mounted it to the wall. Wife not happy but she will be should there be a fire.

I am considering a second install as well.

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The rain is finally over in my area and the weekend is looking to have some great weather. Planning on some shooting Saturday morning, maybe go see the new Alien movie Friday night – and kayaking Sunday. Have to start getting that adventure back in my life and in my heart and feel alive.

What are you doing? What are your plans? Anything exciting?

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Another celebrity snowflake participating in the demise of this country:

How can someone think in this manner? I don’t get it. An Islamist terrorist – son of Libyan refugees –  kills innocent children at a concert and Katy Perry believes we need to eliminate walls and “just co-exist”. The reality? She lives in a dream world BEHIND walls of both a physical and mental nature. She fails to identify with the harsh realities of the world and understand that there are evil people and evil belief systems that are incompatible with other people and belief systems.

You cannot hug a terrorist into submission. You can put a bullet in their head.

Period.

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Have a great weekend everyone. Be safe out there.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

Over the last several years I’ve purchased and used quite a bit of stuff related to survival & preparedness. I have come to appreciate and rely on certain items. I make recommendations periodically but would like to somehow keep a running list that folks can access and see what I recommend. I have a page in the PROJECT section but I see so little traffic there I suspect many don’t know it exists.

Any idea’s? Maybe add a “tab” across the top of the site as pictured below – “RESOURCES” or “SUPPLIES”.

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And here is the reason ABC canceled Last Man Standing. Show is hilarious.

Roger Moore has died at age 89. Really enjoyed him playing James Bond.

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The scene at the local gun shop suggests that the rarity of the Kel-Tec PMR30 is becoming less of an issue:

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Something for you….

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Today’s “Almost” Free

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As of this writing 19+ dead at the Manchester Arena in England at an Ariana Grande concert. An explosion took place and it is being reported that beyond the blast deaths may have been caused from the panicked stampede as well. Islamic terrorism? Likely.

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The pain felt throughout the gun industry is evident with continued rebates being offered to promote sales. If you have been putting off defensive purchases, now is an excellent time. Ammunition prices have dropped to prices I have not seen in nearly a decade. Stack it high and stack it deep!

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Garden is EXPLODING. Hope it survives all the rain we are getting this week. The picture below really doesn’t do it justice. The day after with all the rain stuff almost grew right before my eyes.

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MSNBC is leading all networks in Primetime Ratings.

Just a piece of the puzzle then when they are all assembled is one hell of an ugly picture.

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In cased you missed it: Amazon has updated their Fire 7 Tablet as well as the Fire HD 8. They are taking orders and will begin shipping shortly on June 7th. Looks to be faster performance and better battery life as the main advantages.

The Fire 7 remains at $49.99 while the HD 8 is only $79.99. With the available microSD slot, these are perfect for putting together a digital preparedness library.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

The last several days has been extremely busy. I am still recovering. Attended an out of town, multi-day training meeting that involved early mornings and late nights. Overall very informative and a positive experience. Put me behind quite a bit working on the website and other stuff at home.

Well – this business trip did have its perks…..

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Was supposed to attend a pistol training class this past Saturday(after my work training was finished). Unfortunately, the instructor had an emergency and the class was canceled. A high school buddy of mine had already driven over 2 hours the night before so I met up with him and we did a little training ourselves. He is a beginner and purchased a Glock 17 last year.

It was a great few hours of shooting. He was very safe and I never had to say anything to him about pointing down range, finger off the trigger, etc.

I did see numerous examples of limp wristing. I’ve never seen that before only heard about the possibility in magazines and internet forums. I had him doing some drills drawing and shooting from the hip at very close range. Several times the slide failed to go back far enough to eject. Once he brought the pistol up and shot with both hands no issues. Just not holding it tight enough.

My buddy did well.

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The post today – American Reformation Scenario: North Bend, Washinton. I would appreciate if anyone comes across any spelling mistakes or grammar issues please let me know.

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A growing number of House Republicans are facing physical threats from angry constituents in their districts, leading many to fear for their safety. 

In the last few weeks alone, the FBI arrested a man threatening Rep. Martha McSally’s (R-Ariz.) life, a woman pursued Rep. David Kustoff (R-Tenn.) in her car, and Rep. Tom Garrett (R-Va.) heightened security at a town hall event in response to death threats. 

Other Republicans still holding town halls say they haven’t felt physically threatened by protesters, but they worry about the depth of anger from some constituents in the polarized environment and what it means for political civility.

– – – The Hill, Republicans Fearing for their safety as anger, threats mount

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

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Enjoying time at a local luxury resort doing some training for work. Is it bad as I walk into this magnificent hotel that I am looking at the exits, the rooms, and where the food and water is kept? Can’t get the preparedness mindset out of me.

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Pistol training class this Saturday. The class is set up for beginners and not so much for me. I have a few people coming and looking forward watching their development.

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Amazon is now taking orders for their all new Fire 7 and Fire HD 8 tablets. I continue to state that these are the ideal devices to use for digital preparedness libraries. I have the Fire 7″ and will be ordering the HD 8.

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Gun prices continue to drop to unbelievable levels. I have been told by one large, major ammunition supplier they are barely staying afloat. The market was positive that Hillary was going to win and with the best gun salesman no longer in office sales have plummetted. This has lead to an overabundance of supply, lower demand, and lower prices.

Eventually, businesses will shut down with the inability to turn a profit.

Take advantage.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

Far too many people get into too many details about too many things within the preparedness realm of thinking. Yeah. People exclaim you MUST have THIS gun, THIS knife, THIS radio, THIS food, THIS red dot. If you don’t follow these “expert” tips then you might as well put a bullet in your head as you have no chance of survival.

I call BS on that.

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After Trump was elected I had a brief moment when I thought change could really happen. I thought this country might really get turned around. Well, change is occurring – but is it for the better? I’m not talking about what Trump wants to do rather what the rest of government and media will allow him to do. There is an absolute war against true change in Washington like I have never seen.

The mainstream media, majority of government, and Hollywood have launched a relentless publicity attack against anything and everything related to Trump. The reality is the more lies are told and pounded into the heads of the American public the more the lie will appear to be the truth. That, my friends, is all it takes.

Those – like me – that breathed a sigh of relief when Trump was elected had reason to do so but the overwhelming negativity is going to be hard to overcome in 2020. The lies, hypocrisy, and corruption preventing the “draining of the swamp” goes directly in line with the beginning stages of the American Reformation. When the President cannot request higher levels of vetting for those entering the United States due to the courts claiming racism or religious targeting.

When the President cannot request higher levels of vetting for those foreigners entering the United States due to the courts claiming racism or religious targeting – there is an obvious agenda against him. When statements made by a candidate for President are used to “infer” meaning into a law or Executive Order rather than basing examination on what the law/EA actually states – we have evidence of the “Loyalist” agenda.

For far too many American’s “truth” is not a factor when developing their opinions. The appearance of truth is all that matters to them and what is deemed popular. The country is lost.

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Reminder: I am going to be extremely busy the rest of the week so responding to emails, comments – and writing “From the Desk….” will be difficult.

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Used salt to scrub my cast iron pan – which I have abused horribly. Worked great!

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I was at the bank the other day and an elderly woman asked me to check her balance. So I pushed her over.

Was that wrong?

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

Hillary Clinton launches the anti-Trump organization called Onward Together. Wonderful.  A keyword she is now using is – “resist”. Fits right in with the radical Left Antifa.

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The canceling of the TV show “Last Man Standing” is nothing more than Liberal bias within the entertainment community. One of my favorite shows I highly recommend it. The main character is extremely Conservative and often brings out the ridiculous nature of Liberal logic.

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Reminiscing about the “old days” of the Cold War and civil defense. I had a notebook full of fallout shelter plans and guides. Today these are available as PDF’s and will be part of the upcoming “Survival & Preparedness Download Area” on this website.

Here are a few as a sampling:

Outside Concrete Shelter

Above Ground Home Shelter

Fallout Protection: What to know and Do About Nuclear Attack

Basement Concrete Block Shelter

Shelter Management Handbook

….and here’s a copy of an old issue of American Survival Guide:

American Survival Guide, October 1991

The download area is a HUGE undertaking but hope to have it live within 6 weeks.

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What do you do when you plan to cook steak and have a great meal and out of charcoal?

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

“Almost” Freebies

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North Korea’s latest missile launch likely has Putin thinking of making the country one big parking lot. The missile launched Sunday landed within 60 miles of the Russian coast. This particular missile flew at an altitude of 1,245 miles – very high. Although the total distance of the test was around 450 miles if the missile had flown a lower trajectory it is possible the distance reached would have been around 3,700 miles. If that is factual the missile would be ranked within the “intercontinental” category.

North Korea is also stating of this seemingly technological breakthrough that they have now proven they have a missile capable of carrying a large nuclear warhead.

I have recently come across some information related to EMP, North Korea, and past nuclear tests. Nothing top secret but the information I had never heard before and for me – provides reason for concern. I have to write it up and provide links to the research so hopefully this coming Sunday night I will publish it.

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I have some activities at work this week so dealing with comments and site issues may be slow.

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I’ve just recently re-joined a local gym and need to get back to working out. The yo-yo, roller coaster ride of working out – and then not – is pathetic and I am extremely disappointed in myself. I’m pissed really.  I was killing it at Crossfit just a couple years ago and in the best shape of my life – then a combination of nagging injuries, being burned out – and laziness did me in. I have got to break out of this rut.

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Have a good week everyone. Stay safe!

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

Has anyone had any experience with ETS magazines? Specifically their higher capacity Glock magazines. If so – what have you used the magazines in? Any issues at all?

I’ve seen some good prices out there.

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I had someone recently tell me that the obvious political positions I express on this website hurts traffic due to offending nearly half the population.

My response?

“OK”

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The IT department was throwing away some UPS systems. I scavenged them up for the batteries inside. Will add them to the solar system planned at the retreat.

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Hope everyone has a great weekend. Be safe and have fun!!

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

In 2006 the TV show Jericho aired and was a beacon of satisfaction for preppers everywhere. Many of us counted down the days, hours, and minutes each week in anticipation to see what Jake, Mayor Green, and Hawkins did to survive the trying times in Jericho, Kansas.

The video below was included as a bonus featurette within the Season 1 DVD set.

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Food + Water + Firearms + Medical + Light + Communications + Shelter = Survival System

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Maxine Watters is absolutely insane. She stated in January that Comey had no credibility and should be fired – and now is saying he shouldn’t have been fired…by Trump….unless Hillary was President and then it would be OK and she would have supported Hillary firing him. Um…..can you say “nut house”?

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Often overlooked and rarely mentioned prep is the fire extinguisher. I have 5 fire extinguisher throughout my house and have trained both kids and the wife how to use them. How? Gasoline in the firepit each took a turn aiming at the base of the flames and a quick squirt and the flame was gone. Good practice.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

Prepping: How To Survive Off The Grid

Collective Retribution

Backyard Homesteading: How To Use Your Backyard Space for Self-Sufficiency

Prepper’s Garden Handbook

Zombie Outbreak Survival: Get It Right or Die

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Spent time last night testing some new communications equipment. I’ve been trying to set up a communications system for quite some time that would allow possibly up to 20 miles in this immediate area. Numerous issues have lead to frustration however with the help of Patriot Believer I am making some headway.

Once all testing is complete I’ll post more details. The most recent test had my son atop a downtown parking garage with Tram Browning BR-6353 Yagi Directional Antenna attached to a TYT MD-380 5 Watt Ham Radio.  I had another TYT radio with an Air 802 Magnetic Mount Antenna on top of my wife’s Jeep Cherokee. From all the testing and frustration I have had previously what a change! I drove out 10 miles and received crystal clear reception. My transmission was good but had moments of difficulty.  Remember – my son had a directional antenna and I had to estimate the direction to tell him where to point it. It worked well however even larger success could be had with better planning. I need to verify locations and angles via maps and compass.

More testing to be worked on next few days.

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Over the weekend 1776PatriotUSA.com moved up a few spots over at Top Prepper Sites and am not sitting at #62. Appreciate the votes and feel free to click HERE to keep it going.

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James Comey is fired by President Donald Trump. How many of us saw this coming? I didn’t. Reports indicate he was being investigated for his lack of action in Hillary’s email/server fiasco.

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Looking at having MidState Firearms build me a pencil upper for my lightweight build. Waiting on a quote right now.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

Survival Medicine

Amazing Knots

Home Defense Mistakes To Avoid

Survival Navigation

DIY Home Security Hacks

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Had a pretty good weekend. Started writing an American Reformation scenario post to publish today and it got out of hand. What started as a short “what if” has turned into a “chapter”. Hope to finish it soon.

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Just read an article discussing movements within multiple states to succeed from the Union. These states include California, Texas, Oklahoma, Maine, Utah, West Virginia, and New York’s Long Island. All for various reasons and with different levels of popularity there is an upward trend of interest.

I wish South Carolina would get added to the list.

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When it comes to smartphones I am an Android guy. I picked up the new Samsung Galaxy S8 plus and so far love it. The NSA says I come in loud and clear.

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From the “This is Complete Insanity” Files: A Middle School boy was suspended for 10 days for “liking” a picture of a gun on Instagram. Seriously. Not kidding. After meeting with the parents – and getting some negative publicity – the school canceled the suspension. Unbelievable.

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Went to start testing the Freedom Ordnance FX9 I recently received from ClassicFirearms.com and found the range was taken by a local shooting club. I went down and watched and was impressed to find a man competing who had no arms! He shot with his feet. Much respect!!!

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

“Almost” Free Survival & Preparedness Ebooks

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Hope everyone has a great weekend! Be safe out there.

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ACA replacement breakdown per NYTimes:
-Individual Mandate replaced with 30 percent surcharge on premiums if uninsured for more than 63 days
-Employer Mandate removed
-Out-of-pocket subsidies to be repealed in 2020
-Taxes on high incomes, prescription drugs, medical devices to be rolled back
-Medicaid expansion won’t change unless you only become eligible after 2020. States may impose work requirements for Medicaid recipients.
-Pre-existing conditions can charge higher prices for those who had a 63-day lapse in coverage. $8 billion set aside to help offset costs for people with pre-existing conditions
-Essential health benefits are now mandated on a per-state basis instead of federal
-Older Americans can be charged up to five times (up from three) more than younger Americans, but states have the option to increase cap further
-Premium subsidies now according to age, not income and location
-Health spending accounts maximum increase
-Dependents under age 26 still covered (no change)
-Prohibitions on annual and lifetime limits remain in effect (no change)

No longer will people be forced to purchase insurance if they don’t want it, and pre-existing conditions can still get coverage (at a higher cost since they’re a higher risk of filing a claim), with assistance from fed to offset the higher cost.

Nowhere do I see anything about people losing their current coverage.

Ironically, this is much more likely to fall under “if you like your coverage you can keep your coverage” and “if you like your doctor you can keep your doctor”.

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Just received the Freedom Ordnance FX9 from ClassicFirearms.com. Haven’t shot it yet but initial impressions are good. The true test will take place over a few range sessions coming up. Stay tuned!

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Something to think about…..

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

Sealing Yourself In

DIY Camping Hacks

Wild Game Gourmet

Weapons Bag For Survival

SEAL Survival Guide

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My appearance on Mark Goodwin’s podcast over at PrepperRecon.com. Feel free to go over there and check it out(HERE). Hey – my first time – be nice.

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Republican’s will once again attempt to repeal and replace ObamaCare. The vote is reported to take place today. Democrat leadership is stating that should the bill pass – millions will lose health insurance, children will die, and grandma will get run over by a reindeer.

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I have finally figured out how we will all know when the fit hits the shan: I go fill out an official government document and when choosing gender the choices are MALE, FEMALE, or “non-binary, intersex, transsexual, genderfluid aardvark”.

No offense to all aardvarks out there.

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From the “Holy Crap!!!!” files: A man from Argentina spent $25,000 to transform himself into a real like elf. I can’t believe I just typed that but yes – it is true. If you want to see a picture of this “trans-species” piece of work click HERE.

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FYI – Amazon has Mechanix FastFit gloves for only $10.99 with free shipping on orders over $35 or to Prime Members. I use these when shooting though often only have one on my right hand when shooting C-Clamp.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

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.

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Not thrilled with then efforts to “drain the swamp” thus far. Certainly better than if HC had been elected.  The most recent budget contained numerous spending initiatives which allowed Democrats to claim victory. With this single event combined with a major division in the Republican party, future budgets will continue to NOT be representative of the fiscal responsibility most of us were hoping for.

“I think we had a strategy and it worked,” Schumer said in an interview with The Washington Post. “Democrats and Republicans in the House and Senate were closer to one another than Republicans were to Donald Trump.”

How is it that with a Republican Senate, a Republican House, and a Republican President true progress cannot be made?

Answer: Corruption.

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The 15,000 Seed Survival Garden from Open Seed Vault is currently priced at $15.95. Good deal.

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I’ve started listening to quite a few podcasts. Mark Goodwin over at PrepperRecon.com is my regular stop(which I am to be a guest soon). Another is the Survival Medicine Hour. Others I am still feeling out and seeing what I like. Any suggestions?

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Another recent pic of My Beast……Jake:

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

How to Survive A Terrorist Attack

Bug Out Retreat

All About Tomatoes

Foraging

Herbal Remedies

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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 up. Trying several types of tomato’s and pepper’s this year along with cucumbers, yellow squash, and zucchini. Wifey planted some herbs as well. Eggplants so far look like they need to be put out of their misery.

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My 18-year-old isn’t going to graduate high school on time. What a struggle it has been dealing with him and school. He has zero motivation to get his work done and will have to either attend summer school or go back in the Fall. I try not to stress out about it but it is difficult. I try to remind myself he is a good kid and has a very kind heart.

What happened to the eight-year old that looked at me like his best buddy and thought I was the smartest man in the world?

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Get a load of this: The “OK” hand sign is now considered “racist” by some on the Liberal Left. Insanity.

In an AR-related Facebook group I am a member of a guy rearranged the magazine selection at his local grocery store. Diversity is good, right?

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GOOD NEWS: Joe Biden has come out and said “I’m not running” for President in 2020. Well, maybe that’s bad news. It would have been entertaining.

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Anyone else feeling a bit overwhelmed with the amount of “stuff” going on? North Korea, Russia, China, Mexico, Antifa, Liberals, Neo-Cons, deficits, debt, surveillance, politics in general – then add in regular life stuff.

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Have good week folks!!

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

NOTE: If you see a free preparedness eBook that you’re interested in get it now. Prices change often and there is no way to tell how long the book will remain free. Before purchasing a free Kindle book on Amazon make certain the book is still free by making sure the price is $0.00. If it lists a price or says “read for free” or has a price for prime members the book is not free anymore.

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 so to be completely dismissive would be an ill-conceived approach at best.

I received an email from the Nuclear Threat Initiative. They have put together a downloadable spreadsheet/database with information on North Korea’s nuclear initiatives. It is totally free.

The world continues to be more volatile, more violent, and continuously suspect.

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The Preparedness Industry as a whole continues to shrink. Many companies that carry food storage and other preparedness supplies have seen major drops in sales. The election convinced many that everything will be just fine. Reading the headlines from most any news website should certainly convince many that relaxing is not the direction to go.

Interesting is while many Conservative preppers have calmed down their efforts there has been a surge in the Liberal population to get ready for the Trumpapocalypse….apparently.

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Thinking of starting a Neighborhood Watch in my neighborhood. No particular reason except it should be done.

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Have a great weekend everyone. Get out there and enjoy life!

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

Foil Packet Cookbook: Recipes for Camping, Backyard Grilling, and Ovens

Building Underground Bunker: Tips and Hacks for Beginners

Building a Micro Wind Turbine

Survival Food: 38 Survival Recipes

DIY SURVIVAL GUIDE

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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 a good option and they will keep for many years. While rice and beans combined may make a complete dietary protein  – it’s not the same.

Local grocery store had some canned chicken on sale. Good price. Picked up the limited and will be going back tomorrow.

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COMMUNITY INTELLIGENCE:  Big subject for the little amount of space here. A topic I rarely see discussed and I’m no expert but certainly have given it a lot of thought. Civil unrest for whatever reason breaks out in your community or nearby area. What do you really know about your area?

How many gangs are present?

Where are they typically located?

How many break-ins have occurred within a 10 mile radius of your home in the last year? Five years? Is there an upward trend? How about within 1 mile?

How many police officers – city and county – are employed? How many are on duty at any given time?

Where is the nearest National Guard unit to your area?

Is the local Sheriff a Republican or Democrat? Where do they stand on gun control?

What is the ratio of white, black, and latino in your area? It matters.

Do you have a scanner – or at least a scanner app – that will pick up local police, fire and rescue activities?

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Might not be the manliest drink out there but Henry’s Hard Grape Soda is phenomenal.

There are many reasons why so many love their Kindle and Amazon Fire tablets. One huge advantage is you could literally go years without every buying a book to read as there are tons of free eBooks available. Don’t have a Kindle or Fire? No problem. There are apps that can be installed on most any cell phone or computer for free. No excuses!

Today’s Freebies

DIY Solar Heating

Go Off Grid and Go Green With Micro Hydro System

Backyard Homesteading

Survival Mistakes to Avoid

Trading Commodities for Survival

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