Category: Retreat Locales

Letter Re: Living in Small Town America

Hello, Since we moved from Front Range Colorado to Western Slope Colorado in 2010, it has been a learning experience. Even though I was raised in rural New Mexico and my husband in rural New York, we had forgotten that city folk were mistrusted in rural areas. Some of our neighbors that we share irrigation with were great. But others equally close in the neighborhood were wary and did not respond to my gifts of fresh produce. Of course, people are busy. We took care of our property. Maybe they were worried we would be noisy, collect junk, or let …


News From The American Redoubt:

A good article on the American Redoubt is on the Charles Carroll Society website. – S.G. o o o And the American Redoubt is again featured in the Missoula Independent article. – C.Z. o o o Idaho History: Forest fires and smoke have been with us for generations o o o Inciweb is reporting greater containment of fires in the northwest, because of recent rains. Also see these maps. o o o Eastern Oregon: Firefighters get a welcome respite


The 20% Solution, by Redoubting Thomas

Get. Out. Now. Or as soon as reasonable. To the many who are reading this and working outside the Redoubt waiting on “something” before they sell their house and move, that is a mistake. This ongoing chronicle lists just one person’s challenges in moving. A Radical Proposal Even if much goes to hell (I’m not swearing but only using the proper word for an origin and destination), much won’t, and it will vary. Multiple nuclear bombs is a tiny possibility, like a major earthquake or volcano. It is also unlikely that it will happen suddenly. Most likely it will be …


News From The American Redoubt:

An incredible video of an ultralight flight through Bull River Valley ending at the Forrest Bird Museum. – T.T. o o o From Snake River Shooting Products: Need to take down a drone? A munitions company offers firepower o o o Wyoming man files suit over massive EPA fines for building pond – B.B. o o o Amateur Repeaters Fall Victim to Washington Wildfire – John Jacob of Radio Free Redoubt o o o A recent video from our friend, Wranglerstar, shot at and near the Columbia River: The Amazing “Super Scooper” Firefighting Plane (Wranglerstar is one of our favorite …


News From The American Redoubt:

‘It’s unrelenting’: inside the Washington town surrounded by raging wildfires o o o Video: At Least 24 Homes Destroyed in Washington Wildfire o o o Northern Idaho Wildfire Update o o o Video: Western wildfires continue to spread destruction o o o Wilder Idaho school forces student to remove Confederate flag from truck Calls it a “gang” logo – RBS o o o Idaho ammo company is in the business of downing drones – RBS


News From The American Redoubt:

Monday storm sparks 35 new fires in northern Idaho o o o Over at the excellent Paratus Familia blog,”Enola Gay” comments on the many lightning-sparked forest fires now burning in The American Redoubt: In The Line Of Fire. o o o This new listing at our SurvivalRealty spin-off site caught my eye: Bomb Shelter for 65 – Paradise Valley, MT – $179,500. o o o For those considering a move to the American Redoubt, Pastor Harry Sheppard of Mountain View Baptist Church has let us know about himself and his congregation: “We are a brand new church plant in the …


News From The American Redoubt:

During a recent fly-in event, former U.S. Navy carrier pilot and now sport trike flyer “TTABS” made another great flying video, showing some gorgeous scenery in The American Redoubt. This one shows him and a friend flying out of Bonners Ferry, Idaho to skim over the peaks of the Cabinet Mountains, in Northwestern Montana. He has promised to soon post a few more videos filmed in the same region. o o o And during the same Trike Fly-In event, TTABS and a friend did an honorary fly-by at The Bird Aviation Museum in Sagle, Idaho. By pre-arrangement, the legendary Dr. …


News From The American Redoubt:

Glacier park fire 67 percent contained o o o A new ammunition company has been launched in Montana, called Blackfoot Ammunition. Their initial offerings are all rifle calibers: .223 Remington., .243 Winchester, .270 Winchester, 7mm Magnum, and .30-06. It’s top quality stuff and all made in Bonner, Montana. o o o 5-year-old Critically Injured when Salt Block Falls off Truck o o o Grain mills crafted in the USA right here in the American Redoubt.


News From The American Redoubt:

The Bard of the American Redoubt, Alex Barron of the Charles Carroll Society will be presenting how individuals can increase their online anonymity and security called the Patriot Darknet and an answer to soft tyranny called Soft Secession at the 3rd Annual Liberty Expo and film festival hosted at the Best Western Plus Coeur d’ Alene Inn deep in the American Redoubt. Come out and listen to various patriot speakers discuss the challenges to liberty in the Redoubt and nationally. Read more. o o o Joint venture to develop new Bakken refinery o o o Otter announces Idaho Cybersecurity Cabinet …


News From The American Redoubt:

Oregon allowing 15-year-olds to get state-subsidized sex-change operations – MtH o o o I recently attended a gun show in Bozeman, Montana, where I met a very skilled AK gunsmith, named Hector E. Bennet. He operates Elk River Tool and Die, in Belgrade, Montana. (He originally ran his business in Houston, Texas, before buying out all of Armory USA/Global Trades’ tooling, equipment, and stock on hand.) I highly recommend his work. He does fantastic quality AK builds. Phone: (406) 404-4227 or e-mail – JWR o o o Dollar value in each US state revealed with $100’s relative worth – JBG …



News From The American Redoubt:

Fellow Patriots and AmRRON Operators, As you know there are several wildfires in this part of the American Redoubt, with the possibility of dry lighting thunderstorms this week. Currently the Bayview fire is still uncontained, and they are calling for evacuations west and north of Farragut State Park and around Bayview. Clint Cord posted a Facebook page where folks can share information and updates and offer help. There is one patriot who has offered to pick up and board horses for those evacuees who have animals. AmRRON Operators, be prepared to monitor for news and updates and render communications assistance …


News From The American Redoubt:

Navy SEAL Team veteran William Rapier will be the instructor for a SRC Rural Property Defensive Tactics Course, September 4th-6th, 2015, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. o o o Mayor of Boise to pull down Mississippi state flag – T.H. o o o Washington: Hundreds of homes evacuated in central Washington fire’s path o o o Wyoming: Cheyenne sees boom in rabbit population o o o Montana: Texas Family of 10 Rescued in West Pioneers


News From The American Redoubt:

Patriots! Shahram Hadian will be in Bonners Ferry on June 27th for two presentations! First is the introduction to the historical Assemblies and Committees of Correspondence, which are forming in Idaho and Washington right now. Second is the POWERFUL and eye-opening presentation, “Unveiling the True Face of Islam”. Be there! God bless you, and may America bless God once again. In Christ, -John Jacob 2:00pm presentation, “Restoring our Republic & Historic Assemblies/Committees:”Assembly meeting on website. Assembly meeting on Facebook. 6:30pm presentation, “Unveiling the True Face of Islam:” On our website and Facebook (for people to share and invite others). o …


News From The American Redoubt:

Dredgers plan peaceful protest on Idaho river. – D.H. o o o Head of Spokane NAACP quits amid furor over racial identity o o o Wyoming: Skier rescued after 400-foot fall near Beartooth Pass o o o Industry: Wyoming coal exports wouldn’t affect global demand o o o Wranglerstar (one of our favorite bloggers) just posted a noteworthy 10% off discount code for Whitlox Coal/Wood-Fired Compact Forges. Further explanation of these forges can be found here.