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This is going to seem offensive, but I have to say it… …97% of gun owners are NOT cut out to protect their loved ones with their firearm. And yes, I’m even talking about those “expert” shots down at the gun range in their 5.11 pants, Glock tactical cap, and expensive shooter glasses. Why do …
If you would like to know the 3 accessories that practically EVERY special ops soldier agrees you need on your fighting rifle, then this article will tell you. The truth is, the AR and AK platform have been around so long there are practically hundreds (if not thousands) of accessories for them — and if …
In this week’s Must-Read articles you will learn the 7 skills to learn from hikers, why a cheap safe is not reliable, how to conceal carry while backpacking, understanding and dealing with insulin, and the major difference between being a leader vs. being a boss. Let’s dive in… 7 Survival Skills Hikers Learn on the …
How many times have you been getting ready for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner and you realize you need milk, eggs, butter or some other staple? Since grocery stores frequently change their hours during the holidays, a lot of folks end up running to a local convenience store to buy last minute items. This is exactly …
In this week’s mailbag I’ll discuss the the stun gun flashlight, my preferred defensive ammo and home defense gun, access to training and much more. Let’s dive in… Which type of long gun should I bring to Ultimate Spy Week? -Mark J Answer: The majority of people who attend Spy Week bring an AR-15, however, you …
As a fellow “survivalist”, you know that your equipment is critically important to your very existence in a crisis. Just one single item could mean the difference between life or death for you and your family. An EDC (“every day carry”) knife is a good example, right? The right knife can be used to break …
It was early one afternoon on a chilly day in the late fall and I was running a training (evaluation) exercise for our new candidates for the Hard Targets team in Directorate of Operations. They were from a few different agencies within the Intelligence Community’s Operations Directorates (and one was even from an outside agency). …
In this week’s mailbag I’ll discuss the Ruger Security 9, background checks, air rifles, editing your home defense plan to fit your limits, shoulder holster suggestions and more. Let’s dive in… I read recently that one of the guns you own is a Ruger 9 mm, although I cannot recall the exact model. I personally …
Imagine sitting at home one evening when you notice the sky turning an ominous color green and the next thing you know it’s pouring down rain, while devastating winds are ripping apart your home. Well, this is exactly what happened to Mary Branstetter and her husband, who live in Nowata County, Oklahoma. According to Mary, …
Earlier this year, Hurricane Florence hit the Carolina’s hard, dropping over 35 inches of rain and causing over $12 billion in damages. As a Category 4 hurricane with sustained winds over 130 mph, one of the biggest threats resulting from the storm was the occurrence of freshwater flooding, especially in North Carolina. In Bladen County, …