So Mpowerd contacted me the other day and asked if they could send out an inflatable solar lantern for me to take a look at for a review. I do get a lot of these requests but I usually turn them down because I just don't have the time to look at them … [Continue reading]
How to survive an EMP/CME – Part 2: Life after the pulse
In Part One of this series, I looked at what an EMP is, and the 3 types of EMPs (Electro Magnetic Pulse). Now, I will look at the impact that they would have should we ever experience one. The type of pulses that could be generated with an … [Continue reading]
How to survive an EMP – Part 1: What is an EMP?
EMP (Electromagnetic pulse) This seems to be a prepper’s favorite “Doomsday scenario”. Many books have been written about it: The Going Home series by Angery American One Second After EMP: Equipping Modern Patriots: With a Story of … [Continue reading]
Gun 101: How to Choose Your First Self-Defense Weapon
Let me preface this article by saying that the information contained is for beginners; for those just getting into prepping or even new to firearms. Call it a “Guns 101” or "Firearms for Dummies" type article. So if you have firearms and related … [Continue reading]
Is Big Brother spying on your computer – with your own cell phone?
As you know if you've been reading my blog for a while, I've written several articles on OPSEC. This one hits a lot closer to home. In order to live in a technological society, you have to give up certain expectation of privacy from those who have … [Continue reading]
Why you need to rethink your SHTF water plan
I was speaking with a coworker the other day. We both share a love of firearms, and we got on the topic of ammunition. Or rather, how much ammo you should have. He stated he had several hundred rounds “in case it all goes to hell.” I had never … [Continue reading]