Month: August 2016

Notes for Wednesday – August 31, 2016

August 31st, 1992 is the day that Randy Weaver surrendered to the Federal Authorities, ending the 10 day siege on Ruby Ridge. This is the incident that preceded the Waco siege and is known for the unconstitutional rules of engagement and overzealous actions by the jack booted thugs of the federal authorities that resulted in the death of two innocent people– Sammy and Vicki Weaver, Randy’s son and wife. It is notable that Randy was acquitted of all charges, except missing a court date and violating bail conditions, on an ATF sting operation where it is suspected that Mr. Weaver …


The Bride of Christ in An Apocalyptic World- Part 2, by R.B.

What Would This Mean For Christ’s Bride– The Church? While all of this is frightening and should give us pause respecting the fragility of our civilization, what would such potential events mean for the Bride of Christ– the Church? While Scripture tells us that even the gates of hell cannot prevail against the Church of Christ Jesus, that does not mean that His Bride will not suffer in this world. The genocide we see of Christians and their culture in the Muslim world should prove the point. It should be remembered that we still live in the Church Militant, not …


Letter: Tip for Oxygen Absorbers

Dear HJL, Here is a tip for those who will use oxygen absorbers for storage but will not use the whole lot. So you have your bulk grains and what not in mylar bags and buckets ready to close off. You bought a package of oxygen absorbers and you will not need all of them this time. What’s to be done? Quickly open the package and place the absorbers in zip lock bags, being careful to flush the oxygen out of each when you close it up. Put just what you need for each bucket in each zip lock. (Snack …


JWR’s Recommendations of the Week:

Books The Foxfire Book series (in 11 volumes, but the first five are the best) When Technology Fails: A Manual for Self-Reliance, Sustainability, and Surviving the Long Emergency by Matthew Stein (SurvivalBlog’s Backcountry Editor) Fiction Some Will Not Die by Algis Budrys (Plague total wipe-out scenario. This book was another with an influence in my writing.) Movies Raiders of the Lost Ark (The later installments in the Indiana Jones movies aren’t nearly as good.) Groundhog Day


Economics and Investing:

Major Bank Official: Banks Are “Preparing for an Economic Nuclear Winter” – J.C. o o o When Are People Going To Figure It Out? It doesn’t matter what the Fed does, says Peter Schiff. o o o Norway Raids Sovereign Wealth Fund To Cover Government Expenses o o o Germans “Lose Faith In Banks”, Rush To Buy Safes o o o SurvivalBlog and its editors are not paid investment counselors or advisers. Please see our Provisos page for details.


Odds ‘n Sods:

The Meltdown of Christianity o o o From the desk of Mike Williamson, SurvivalBlog’s Editor at Large: How Far Will a 12 Gauge Shotgun Kill? o o o Best Practices for Dealing with Wounds in a Survival Situation – DSV o o o A Green Beret’s Guide to Improvised Home Defense Strategies – DSV o o o Yet another reason to avoid social media: Facebook recommended that this psychiatrist’s patients friend each other (The interesting thing is this site asks you to “like” them on Facebook as you read the article.)



Notes for Tuesday – August 30, 2016

August 30, 2014 is the 95th birthday of Joachim Rønneberg, a hero of the Norwegian resistance during World War II. His exploits earned him the War Cross With Sword, Norway’s highest military honor. In April 2013, Rønneberg was presented with a Union Jack during a ceremony at the Special Operations Executive (SOE) monument in London to mark 70 years since the successful Gunnerside heavy water plant sabotage mission. o o o Today, we present another entry for Round 66 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The nearly $12,000 worth of prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Tactical Self-Contained …


The Bride of Christ in An Apocalyptic World- Part 1, by R.B.

“Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When his branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is nigh: so likewise ye, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors. Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled. Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.” (Matthew 24:32-35) Understand the Times If you have been paying attention to current events, especially to economic news and news related to asymmetrical military preparedness (i.e., cyber warfare …


Letter Re: Dehydrator Screens

Greetings. I come across a lot of people who are looking for a solution to drying smaller items in their dehydrator. Over the years I have tried various solutions over the years while prepping and doing backpacking meals. The solution I finally came up with was to go to the hardware store and buy a roll of stainless steel screen door mesh. I cut it to the size of my trays. The mesh lets the air flow and the little pieces stay on the tray. – Crazyman o o o Hugh, I bought some pieces of this stainless steel fabric …



Economics and Investing:

What Life Will Be Like After An Economic Collapse – G.G. o o o How US States Can Pave the Way for Greater Use of Sound Money o o o Powers That Be Desperately Trying To Keep Confidence Alive In Failing Fiat System o o o Late-August Calm A Breeding Ground For Bullion Bank Shenanigans o o o SurvivalBlog and its editors are not paid investment counselors or advisers. Please see our Provisos page for details.


Odds ‘n Sods:

Massive security breach hits popular web browser’s password manager – DSV o o o How To Disappear Completely – The Great Vanishing Act – G.L. o o o Hundreds of Aussies sign up for terror survival training. Isn’t the idea to NOT get yourself to be a hostage? So much for being in condition yellow and above! – A.S. o o o Video: MSNBC Host – The Borg Queen wanna-be. Your Kids Belong to the Collective o o o Controversy Erupts After NFL Quarterback Converts To Islam and Refuses To Stand for National Anthem… – W.C.



Notes for Monday – August 29, 2016

August 29th is a mournful day, as we remember the anniversary of the death of “The voice of him that crieth in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the LORD, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.” – Isaiah 40:3. John, the Baptist, who heralded the first coming of our Lord and stood true to his belief in the face of death, was beheaded on this day in 29AD. In 1862, the Battle of Bull Run in Virginia began, along with the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing.