SERE – Survive, Evade, Resist and Escape

sere survive, evade, resist and escape

The small voice in your mind always feared this day’s arrival, and now it’s here. As you look back at the burning city skyline, you hear gunshots, blood-curdling screams, and shattering glass. Anxious thoughts race through your mind as you wonder if your family is safe. You are leaving this dying city with all the gear and food you’ve stockpiled and all the time you’ve spent training. You are now miles away from your hometown and family on a business trip with strangers.

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Proven and Practical Skills Learned From The Homelessness Community

proven and practical skills learned from the homelessness community

Ascending the cold, slanted cement slab has become tiresome, but this is now home. The crawl space beneath the underpass is the best option available until you can get back on solid ground. After pushing aside the tent flap and stealing a quick glance at the dry riverbed 60 feet away, you wonder how you ended up here before crawling into your tent for the night.

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Food Storage Plan For The Long Run

food storage plan for the long run

When my husband and I decided to create a food storage plan for the long run, we initially focused on stocking up on white rice. We calculated the amount of rice we would need if it was the only food we had to consume for a whole year, and then purchased that quantity. However, I would not recommend this approach to others. Not only did we end up with an excessive amount of rice, but we also failed to consider the importance of a well-rounded diet.

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Six Reasons To Own A .22

six reasons to own a .22

I have been an avid gun collector for many years, and throughout my experience, I have come to appreciate the value of owning guns that are suitable for concealed carry. In fact, I have owned a variety of firearms over the years that have been specifically designed for this purpose, each one serving its own unique drive.

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How To Increase Awareness Of Your Surroundings

how to increase awareness of your surroundings

The story of Christopher McCandless, whose journey to self-discovery in the Alaskan wilderness was documented in the book and movie “Into the Wild,” has been extensively written about and explored. Therefore, it is unnecessary for this narrative to focus on an anonymous individual. After embarking on his idealistic journey, McCandless was discovered weeks later in the Alaskan bush, having perished from starvation.

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How To Build A More Resilient Homestead – Tips for resilience

how to build a more resilient homestead

The future is unpredictable, and we cannot forecast natural disasters such as storms, earthquakes, droughts, or terrorist attacks. Climate change is causing increasingly noticeable effects, and interest in resilience is increasing rapidly, especially in coastal areas that are most vulnerable to sea level rise and storm surges. Homesteaders who value self-sufficiency and independence are making their homes and land more resilient.

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A Few Unusual Fire Starters To Get A Fire Going

a few unusual fire starters to get a fire going

Fire can be thought of as a versatile tool for outdoor activities due to its numerous uses. It serves as a source of warmth on chilly nights, dries wet clothes, purifies drinking water by boiling it, and enhances the flavor of food through cooking. Additionally, fire provides illumination during nighttime, dispelling any fear or anxiety brought by the darkness.

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Ice Fishing For Trout

ice fishing for trout

Deer hunting ends, frozen rivers/lakes approach, and cabin fever grips hunters. Not for couch potatoes, ice-fishing trout combats winter boredom and yields tasty meals. Many view ice fishing as a panfish sport in Midwest, but trout fishing is often considered open water.

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