Month: December 2011
Remembering December 7th, 1941: Pearl Harbor Day
OnOn the morning of December 7th, 1941, Japanese naval forces launched a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. 2,402 Americans were killed in the attack and 1,282 were wounded. The U.S. declared war on Japan the following…
Chris Martenson Predicts Grim Future For U.S. & World
OnGoldmoney.com says: In this video Chris Martenson, economic analyst at chrismartenson.com and author of ‘The Crash Course’, explains why he thinks that the coming 20 years are going to look completely unlike the last 20 years. In his presentation he focuses on…
Video Review: Rival SB150 Solid Single Burner
OnThe SB150 sports an updated, stylish black housing. It also features a single, adjustable temperature control knob for simplicity, and a solid disc heating element for easy clean up. Skid resistant, non-marking feet are included. The SB150 provides additional cooking space during…
Prepper Lingo: Redundancy
OnRedundancy, according to Dictionary.com, is defined as “…the provision of additional or duplicate systems, equipment, etc., that function in case an operating part or system fails…” Redundancy as it relates to disaster preparedness is the practice of incorporating backup plans and/or gear…
Prepper Lingo: BOL (Bug Out Location)
OnA BOL (Bug Out Location) is a predetermined destination set by an individual or group to serve as a temporary or permanent shelter, or meeting place, in the event of a disaster or emergency that requires re-location. Traditionally, a BOL is established…
Gear Preview: Goal Zero Nomad 7M
OnThe Goal Zero Nomad 7M is a portable solar panel system to be used to charge your 12 volt DC auto accessories, rechargeable batteries, and most handheld electronic gadgets. Earthtech Products, the maker of the Goal Zero, says: Designed for the rugged…
Prepping Tip: Cash ATM & Bank Withdrawals
OnBy: RSOPerator When planning the re-allocation of your personal savings in the event of an economic crisis, keep in mind that most banks, even small town institutions, have a preset limit on the amount of cash you are allowed to withdraw in…
Prepper Lingo: TEOTWAWKI
OnTEOTWAWKI (The End Of The World As We Know It): Often thought of as the irreversible destruction of the modern way of life due to the loss of public resources, modern methods of communication, trade and commercial transportation, as well as the…
Video How-To: Clearing a Semi-Auto Handgun
OnThis is a beginning shooter’s how-to on safely clearing the cartridges from semi-automatic handgun for safe handling and storage.