The Best and Worst Home Defense Firearms
You know how in the movies, a few would-be burglars break into the protagonist’s house, only for him to turn into John Rambo, pull out his assault rifle, and take them out without breaking a sweat? That won’t happen in real life. Not only because close-quarters combat is much more complex than it seems but…
Read MoreWill Gas Generators Be Banned? Here’s What To Know
A few months ago, we wrote about the coming ban on gas stoves. After voter uproar, a bill was passed in June prohibiting the federal government from banning gas stoves. However, cities and states can still restrict them through a combination of bans and code requirements that will effectively end their usage. Despite the controversy surrounding…
Read MoreTechniques For A Safer Commute
As Americans, we spend an average of an hour a day commuting in our cars. Where I live and work, people can spend as much as 3 hours on the road one way to get into DC, depending on the time of day and traffic. Now add taking kids to school and activities, running errands,…
Read MoreHow to Prepare For a Major Storm (And What To Do If You Haven’t)
A massive storm just ravaged my county and destroyed almost everything in its wake. With winds reaching speeds of 120 MPH, it ripped trees and concrete electrical poles out of the ground, swinging them around like Play-Doh. Entire roofs were found hundreds of yards from their houses. My house wasn’t too damaged, but with four…
Read MoreSurvival Training: How to Choose a Great Instructor
In my previous article, I talked about some specific instances that were red flags to me related to firearms instructors. I had several people reach out to me and ask, “How do I choose an instructor?”. In this article, I’ll discuss some specific attributes that I would look for in an instructor, whether it be…
Read MoreCommon Prepping Struggles
Preparing for potential emergencies or disasters is a lifestyle that requires individuals to be self-sufficient and ready for any situation. From natural disasters to economic hardships, prepping is about being prepared for the unexpected. However, the preparedness journey is not without its struggles. This article dives into the top challenges that preppers face and provides…
Read MoreSHTF Is Inside Your OODA Loop: What Do You Do?
I recently had a great conversation with Grump from Grumpy Acres Farm’s YouTube channel about the OODA Loop and how it relates to stress and decision-making. The OODA Loop, which stands for Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act, is a decision-making process often used in the military, law enforcement, etc. However, it also applies to everyday…
Read MoreSolar Modification: Why They’re Coming for Our Sunshine
Remember that episode of The Simpsons where Mr. Burns wants to block out the sun? Apparently, Congress does because they just requested a report by the White House that calls for funding and research into various geoengineering projects. Congress wants to combat global warming by cooling the Earth. These proposed projects have the potential to…
Read MoreGrid Down Lessons: 5 Days With No Power
In our area of the mid-west, grid down situations aren’t unheard of. The storms were expected, and we’d had a couple throughout the day, but when the emergency alert sounded on my phone, I thought that this one might be a little different. It got really dark in the house at 3:00 pm. We turned…
Read MoreDon’t Get Caught Making These 11 Prepping Mistakes
Whether you’re new to prepping or have been at it for years, everyone has made some prepping mistakes. Prepping can be a challenge, even if you’re a seasoned prepper. There’s soooo much advice out there that it’s hard to tell where to focus. Here’s where I think most people tend to get it wrong. 1.…
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