On May 13, 1787, the First Fleet headed by Arthur Phillip [1] set sail with 11 ships of convicts for Botany Bay, Australia.
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A recent Jonathan Rawles interview with NC Scout [2] has been released. They discussed relocation, real estate prices and affordability, how internal migration is driving a cultural change in rural areas, and how to get established and connected, post-relocation.
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An Update: The fundraising drive for the Baan SuFan [3] orphanage and school in northern Thailand is now almost 50% complete. Thanks to everyone who has donated! The remainder is $2,900 — to fill their current renovation and expansion need [4]s. Please prayerfully consider donating to help them in these projects, and also becoming a monthly supporter. Thanks! – JWR
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Today’s feature article is a product review written by SurvivalBlog staff Field Gear Editor, Tom Christianson.
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We are in need of entries for Round 112 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest [5]. More than $875,000 worth of prizes have been awarded since we started running this contest. In 2023, we polled blog readers, asking for suggested article topics [6]. Refer to that poll if you haven’t yet chosen an article topic. Round 112 ends on May 31st, so get busy writing and e-mail [7] us your entry. Remember that there is a 1,500-word minimum, and that articles on practical “how-to” skills for survival have an advantage in the judging.