What If You Become a Target of Road Rage

by | Dec 30, 2020 | Preparation

James Madison once sagely conveyed, “If men were angels, no government would be necessary.” Had Madison ever driven a car on a gridlocked freeway he’d likely have concluded the same about the necessity of this article. Neither men nor women are angels. When behind the...

Reconnaissance: Training with Guerrilla Mentor

by | Dec 29, 2020 | Preparation

Many of you will recognize this timeless quote. Its lesson is simple and profound: Every prepared individual should be acutely aware of his or her own strengths and weaknesses, as well as those of opponents. Self-awareness can be earned through training and feedback...

Review: Pro Eagle Jack (Off Road)

by | Dec 24, 2020 | ad-ros, Gear

In my job as a firefighter and rescue technician, there are times when I need to venture off the beaten path to suppress forest fires or rescue injured hikers. While my crew and I can certainly hike, carrying loads of 50 pounds, it’s faster, safer, and more efficient...

How To Melt Snow For Survival | 5 Ways

by | Dec 19, 2020 | Survival Skills, Water

Don’t have enough drinking water to last your entire winter trip? Learning how to melt snow is an effective life hack you need to survive! Here are five ways you can turn that ice into a last minute beverage. Ice to Water: 5 Easy Ways on How to Melt Snow 1. Hot Water...

CPR Mask: Pocket Preps

by | Dec 18, 2020 | ad-ros, first aid, Gear, Pocket Preps, Survival

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is now being taught in schools and offered readily in even the most rural areas. Most people don’t have an issue doing chest compressions; however, when it came to mouth-to-mouth breathing, that was always going to be “somebody...

Train Like an Athlete

by | Dec 17, 2020 | ad-ros, Preparation, training

From the time I was a young soldier, I was determined to master my craft — especially shooting. I spent countless hours of my own time shooting, dry-firing, and researching in my quest to get better. And I did get better. I became a good enough shooter to more than...

How To Build A Quinzee

by | Dec 15, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Winter Survival

Out for a snowy adventure but don’t have a place to sleep in during the cold winter evenings? A quinzee is the icy shelter you need to keep you warm all throughout the night. Here are some tips to help you build your cozy camping cave! Everything You Need To Know...

Keeping Your Finances Afloat Above Covid

by | Dec 11, 2020 | ad-ros, money, Preparation

Americans face challenging financial times as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the economy. The definition of how society and the economy works is changing as companies shift to increased reliance on telecommuting. A significant fraction of the...

Gear Up: New Survival Gear for December 2020

by | Dec 4, 2020 | ad-ros, Gear

Walls Outdoor Goods | Angus Worn-In Stretch Light Work Jacket SIZING: Medium through XXL MSRP: $90 URL: www.walls.com With the temperature dropping in most of the Northern Hemisphere, it’s time to keep an outer layer nearby. Aside from its unnecessarily long and...