As the calendar turns to April, here in NW Florida we start thinking of hurricane season which is just around the corner. People like to talk about SHTF and Loss of Civility but this is Florida, we get a hurricane somewhere every year so being prepared isn’t just a catchphrase, for many it’s a way […]
Disaster Preparedness
Leave The World Behind It’s Just a Movie Right?
As “apocalyptic thriller” movies go, this 2023 Netflix movie is a bit different. My wife and I watch these types of movies because sometimes they are interesting or action-oriented etc and I often poke fun at many things we see, the typical “I think they missed the mark on that one” stuff. But I’ll give […]
McGuire Army Navy, Your Complete Source to Gear Up
As a child I remember Herb Phillipson’s Army and Navy store in Utica NY. The tall racks of seemingly endless amounts of gear, uniforms, clothing, firearms, and more created memories that have endured a lifetime. Phillipson’s is gone now but replacing it, at least online, is a store that seems to hold as much wonderful […]
Born From a Hurricane, goTenna Communications is Building Better Communications for Tomorrow
A quick trip back down memory lane, or nightmare alley for some people, to 2012 and Hurricane Sally. A dangerous hurricane the likes of which hadn’t ever been seen in some parts of the country, and it took down over a third of the affected areas’ cell towers and power stations. Fast forward to October […]
Buck 808 Talon, A Big Tool With Big Capabilities
Garfield’s “go-to tool” when dealing with brush, limbs, and small trees on his NW Florida rural property, and his Grandson’s favorite tool to steal away from him. Small enough to wield all day but capable enough to easily take on 3- and 4-inch thick cuts. https://youtu.be/hacm4KywPe0 When I bought this knife it was to try […]
Disaster Preparedness | Potable Water Storage and Filtration
In the first part of our lesson, we discussed and outlined potential sources for potable water. We also touched on possible environmental concerns we need to be aware of while collecting our water. This installment will cover the selection and use of both water storage solutions and treatment options. Conditions and situations during this time […]
The Seventy2 Survival Pack: Real World Experience
All you have to do is watch the news for a few minutes to be reminded that disaster and chaos can happen anywhere and at anytime. Most experts say that the first 72 hours after the event are the most critical, where food, water and shelter will be in high demand and short supply. The […]
Watch: Basic setup for go-bags and 3 day assault packs
It’s a simple topic but one that can always be updated as the times change. Today we take a moment to discuss different types of Go-bags/3-day assault packs and how I would pack one (generally). You can purchase the Cannae Assault Pack HERE
Streamlight PolyTac X Flashlight: Worth going in your go-bag
If you were to ask me what brand I recommend for tactical flashlights, I would tell you without hesitation, Streamlight. Streamlight offers a wide range of practical products at a reasonable price. They do their job, and they do it well. My trusted flashlight for my EDC bag is my Streamlight ProTac HL-X (you can […]
My disaster preparedness secret weapon: Hydrogen Peroxide
When putting together a disaster plan, it’s important to prioritize human needs in the way that you prepare. To put together a solid short-term survival plan, you need only to address the most basic of human necessities: water, shelter, food, and security, but as short-term survival transitions into “well I guess this is what’s left of the […]