Terrorism In light of the recent terrorist event in California, note I call it as it is not what the politicians or media want to call it, workplace violence, this event shows how a radical religious sect, rather a brainwashing cult, can do with its members. This was not a ‘radicalized extremist’ event. No, … Continue reading
Filed under survival …
What makes Up From the Depths stand out?
For those of you who don’t know what Up From the Depths is, its a 6 book series that details the events of an ensemble cast before, during, and after an apocalyptic event. So what makes it stand out? The ensemble cast for one. There is no ‘hero’ character within the entire series. There are … Continue reading
Concept cover art
Here is a sample of some covers for the Up From the Depths series. These covers were made using Powerpoint and are not from the publisher of the series.
Preparedness, Practice, and your BOB
For National Preparedness Month, here’s a couple of tips that every prepper or anyone interested in prepping should consider. As a prepper, if you fail to actually practice any of the plans you may have for whatever event, how can you be proficient or consider yourself prepared? Remember the fire drills that as a … Continue reading
Zombie book or film clichés, or what not to do when writing a zombie apocalyptic novel
We’ve all read about them or seen them, here’s some of the worst clichés to ever use in a book or film. Shelter, Malls, Schools, office buildings Everyone heads to the mall or Wal-Mart immediately after finding out there is a zombie outbreak. Why? Its very likely, in fact extremely likely that everyone else … Continue reading
Product Review: Granite Tactical Gear Special Mission Patrol Pack
Like I need another pack. Seriously, I really don’t need another pack. But, I found this on Craigslist and after doing some research, just had to look at it. Yeah, I guess I’m like some women and their shoes or people that need their coffee, or something like that. Granite Tactical Gear … Continue reading
London Bridge 10 Pocket Ruck Review
Product Review, London Bridge 10 Pocket Ruck (LBT-1749B) with LBT-2168 ALCE Frame and LBT-2168E Suspension System kit. London Bridge, a company that some of us have never heard about, is the manufacturer of high quality, military grade, deployment bags, carry-alls, and packs (rucks). Recently, I upgraded an older pack that had been around for a … Continue reading
Western Safety swivel lens Head Lamp
I’m starting something new, equipment and gear reviews. Here’s the first one. Most of us would like illumination when working on something or when hiking or camping. A head lamp is one good method of providing hands free lighting. There are several models out there and as this is my first time using one, I … Continue reading
Survival, Preparedness, and Armchair Preppers
There is a fine line or gray area for survival and preparedness. There is also confusion that somehow outdoor survival training and preparedness are one in the same. I’ll admit there is a bit of an overlap between outdoor survival and prepping. However, learning how to stare down a charging bear is not the same … Continue reading
You’re on Your Own (YOYO)
Is there a Civil Defense Program? Some of us might know what CD is and some of us might have seen the old black and yellow signs. This program was in it’s height during the Cold War and then slowly disappeared from public view. The signage was taken down, block captains were told to put … Continue reading