“The teachings of the Fathers are to be received only when in accordance with the Scriptures; that the essential doctrines of the faith are presented in the Bible in a clear and simple manner, so that all men may understand them.” – Olaf Petri
Today we present another entry for Round 52 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The $11,000+ worth of prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Gunsite Academy Three Day Course Certificate, good for any one, two, or three course (a $1,195 value), A course certificate from onPoint Tactical. This certificate will be for the prize winner’s choice of three-day civilian courses. (Excluding those restricted for military or government teams.) Three day onPoint courses normally cost $795, Two cases of Mountain House freeze dried assorted entrees in #10 cans, courtesy of Ready Made Resources (a $350 value), A $300 gift …
You have been preparing for the unknown– economic collapse, social unrest, nuclear war, or even just a downsize at work– for quite awhile now. Perhaps you are feeling confident in your ability to survive a catastrophic event by putting to use your survival know-how and stores of food. You even learned valuable gardening skills that will ensure your long-term survival. Now, imagine what life will be like after the collapse for which you have diligently prepared. You will be surviving, but will you be thriving? You will be eating, but will you be contributing to the rebuilding of your region …
Sir, I have apparently been selected to participate in the U.S. Censes Health of America survey. The other day a representative showed up at my door. I had previously received a letter, which I filed in a certain circular file. I politely told the representative I did not wish to participate. She was very insistent. After she saw I would not budge, I was threatened with “hounding until I submitted.” I could not believe it. All I could say was “Yeah, well that’s what lawyers are for, huh.” Has any other reader been threatened with this? Is this part of …
North Idaho Heat (Eden Acres, LLC) offers a great many self-sufficient and off-grid items including Blaze King Wood Stoves (which do not need electricity), Morso (a really great non-electric pellet stove), and The WiseWay among others. If you’re near downtown Bonners Ferry, check it out in the Old Creamery Building beside the post office. www.northidahoblaze.com. o o o Rhonda sent in this website to The Woodsman’s Shop, also located in Bonners Ferry. The primary focus is to stock quality items (mostly knives) rather than the barely functional import products. o o o Is Montana the Next Big Data Hub?. – …
This Will Trigger Massive Crisis & Panic All Over The World o o o One in 10 Americans don’t carry paper money anymore – G.G. o o o Items from The Economatrix: Roubini: We’re At The Very Start Of A Credit Bubble Long-Term Jobless Still More Than One-Third Of Unemployed Geithner Says Efforts To End Too-Big-To-Fail Are ‘Misguided’ Efforts to deal with corruption are never misguided. Congress May Raise Bar For A Bank To Qualify As ‘Systemically Important’ To $100 billion If it fails because of corruption and mismanagement, it should still fail. It’s obvious the really big guys who …
Obama’s ATF is planning a nationwide gun registry. – B.B. o o o A Primer to the Clothing the New England Patriots of 1775 Wore. Interesting read on types of clothing, uniforms, and social norms concerning civilian and military dress as well as grooming during the time of the Revolution. – T.P. o o o Climate Change Debate: A Famous Scientist Becomes a Skeptic – A.D. o o o Video: Travelling security: Defeat Dishonest Baggage Handlers. – A.D. You will be amazed and completely disturbed by how easy it is to break into luggage and leave no trace. If you …
“No man can put a chain about the ankle of his fellow man without at last finding the other end fastened about his own neck.” Frederick Douglass
A couple of noteworthy sales are going on right now: Camping Survivalis offering a 7% discount. Note that this sale is on all items across the board, and they are already known for low-markup! o o o Your chance to save 25-60% on Mountain House items at Ready Made Resources is ending soon, and they will mix and match cases. Make sure you visit their website to check it out.
When I was young, it was a whisper you heard in the school hallways or some television news story that you overheard your parents talking about. As children, we still played outside, rode our bicycles or skateboards all over town, and only came home right as the streetlights were coming on. There wasn’t really anything to be afraid of. Whatever evil there was back then, it at least stayed hidden in the shadows most of the time. Not anymore. Today’s world is something completely different. Evil is rampant and is increasingly seeking notoriety. More and more children are going missing, …
Like a lot of shooters and preppers, I reload most of the ammunition I shoot. While I agree with those who say they can reload better ammunition than the factory makes, my main motivation is saving money so I can shoot more. I suspect that is true of most reloaders. A problem I have is space. Reloading presses and equipment need to be solidly mounted to a workbench. They also need space around them to work in. I don’t have room for a bench dedicated to reloading. Mine has to share duties with Pinewood Derby cars for my son, broken …
Polenta: 1 c. cold water 1 c. medium grind cornmeal 1/2 tsp. salt 3 c water, boiling in saucepan 2 TBS butter In a small bowl, whisk the cornmeal and cold water together with salt. Add mixture into boiling water and simmer at least 5 minutes. Add butter. Cook another 3- 5 minutes, adding a little water at a time if you want to keep a creamy consistency. If you prefer a drier texture, like mashed potatoes, add no extra water. Serves 4 Over Easy Eggs: Preheat a skillet over medium heat with 2 TBS of olive oil for every …
Hugh, Having worked on a seasonal farm with large power demands and five back up generators, I have yet to see a pto generator that outputs modified sine wave power. Also the stator and rotor windings are all spread equally through out the machine, so even if one 120 volt leg is loaded a little more, the bearings carry the same load all the time. – Solar Guy Hugh Replies: I would have to agree with this statement. I like my pto generator because it simply means one less gas/diesel engine that I have to maintain, and it produces a …
Hugh, I’ve been issued many pairs of Revision Sawfly eyewear in the Army. At first, I had no choice but to use them (and didn’t know there were other options out there either). My biggest problem with them is that the lenses didn’t protect me that well on the sides. I’ve had plenty of sand blow into my eyes. However, I’ve served with quite a few who’ve had no issues with the Revision Sawfly’s, and they appeared to fit well on the face. I do like Revision’s Desert Locust goggles. They work pretty well, keeping dirt and sand out of …
My analysis of the true price of silver in today’s dollars – G.P. o o o It’s Very Clear That The U.S. Economy Isn’t Growing o o o Items from The Economatrix: Fed Takes Step To Limit Size Of Biggest Banks Watch for bank mergers before any 100-billion-bar legislation takes place. Job growth picking up, but data likely to show worker confidence still low WSJ Survey: Economists See Growth Rebound The Economics Of Marriage This Is What’s Going To Happen When All Hell Breaks Loose