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Master the Art of Preparedness and Survival
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The House passed a bill Wednesday to end the nation’s longest government shutdown, sending the measure to President Donald Trump for his signature after a historic 43-day funding lapse that saw federal workers go without multiple paychecks, travelers stranded at airports and people lining up at food banks to get…
Ruger’s acquisition of Marlin Firearms in 2020 opened a lot of doors. I think most shooters, by now, have seen what Ruger has done with the classic Marlin 336 lever-action. It is downright beautiful, and it shoots just as good as it looks. What many didn’t realize (myself included) was…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog. Do you remember how bad things were in 2008 and 2009? It was an economic nightmare that shook the entire world, and now it appears that the sequel is upon us. As you will see below, many…
Adding a suppressor to your AR-15 fundamentally changes how the weapon operates. While most shooters understand that cans reduce noise and muzzle blast, few grasp the mechanical consequences happening inside their action. The reality is that threading a suppressor onto your muzzle doesn’t just make your rifle quieter. It transforms…
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This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here. The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.A few years ago, you might have balked if someone told you that the U.S. president would be photographed in the White House shaking hands with a man who was a former member of al-Qaeda, an insurgent against U.S. forces in Iraq, and had led one of the largest Syrian Islamist armed groups.But that’s exactly what happened when Donald Trump welcomed his Syrian counterpart, Ahmed al-Sharaa, to Washington…
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadPreparedness isn’t just about stockpiling supplies. It’s about mindset, experience, and the lessons we carry from one generation to the next. A recent New York Post report highlights a troubling gap: while 90% of Americans believe it’s important to prepare for natural disasters, less than half—just 46%—actually have a plan in place. Even more concerning, baby boomers (born 1946–1964) are the least prepared, with only 39% reporting any kind of disaster plan. TL;DR: Baby boomers are the least prepared for disasters, despite rising extreme weather and growing awareness across generations. Quick Look at What…
Savage Arms A22 Timber Tactical Buy Now Savage Arms has introduced two new rimfire rifles that combine timeless craftsmanship with modern upgrades: the A22 Timber Tactical and the B Series Timber Tactical. Built for shooters who demand both performance and style, these rifles offer rugged OD Green laminate stocks paired with precision features designed for serious range work and field use. A Stock That Works as Hard as It Looks At the heart of both rifles is a striking OD Green laminate stock, durable enough for hard use but refined enough to stand out on the rack. A vertical pistol…
Sign up for the Quick Strike Newsletter The hottest fishing news, tips, and tactics This story, “Brooklyn, Whiting, and Heated Rails,” appeared in the January 1981 issue of Outdoor Life. In Brooklyn, in the winter, on a day that broke Kodachrome bright, I boarded the good ship Atomic for a day’s fishing. The thermometer had dug in for a goal line defense on the short side of 30, and the wind coughed out of the northwest, cold and punishing. I wished I had brought along a six-pack of Sterno. If it were May, there would have been a lot more…
KelTec KS7 GEN2 Buy Now KelTec has never been shy about pushing boundaries in firearm design, and their KS7 bullpup shotgun quickly earned a reputation for being one of the lightest and most compact 12-gauge shotguns on the market. Now, the Florida-based manufacturer has unveiled the KS7 GEN2, a refined iteration of the platform that brings meaningful upgrades without compromising the simplicity that made the original so popular. Compact Power, Refined At just 6.8 pounds unloaded and 26.1 inches long, the KS7 GEN2 retains its bullpup DNA — short, maneuverable, and well-suited for tight quarters, such as hallways, vehicles, or around the…
Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. This story, “Doctor’s Orders,” appeared in the September 1954 issue of Outdoor Life. You can read more stories about Frank Glaser, Alaska’s Wolf Man, from our archives here. Billy Fraim had just started hauling passengers — or trying to — from Valdez to Fairbanks over the Richardson Highway. The road was a veritable quagmire — really suitable only for horses. The Black Rapids Roadhouse, which I owned and operated, was on this road. One spring day in 1921 Billy arrived at…
The United States ruling class struck a “drug-carrying” boat in international waters on Tuesday. After the accusations surfaced of war crimes, J.D. Vance defended the decision, saying, “I don’t give a sh*t!’ Watch: Mexican Military Battles Drug Cartel Near US Border Donald Trump ordered a strike, claiming the vessel was tied to the Tren de Aragua cartel, which he has designated as a terrorist organization. Venezuelan officials dismissed the footage as fabricated, calling it “cartoonish.” The attack, which is an obvious war crime, took place in international waters in the southern Caribbean, killing 11 people on board. In a post…
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Black Collar Arms Gen2 Priapus Grip Buy Now When it comes to rifle grips, most AR shooters have had to choose between bulky, precision rifle designs and lightweight, tactical options. Black Collar Arms thinks you shouldn’t have to compromise, and their Gen2 Priapus Grip may be the answer. Stronger, Lighter, and Better Looking The second-generation Priapus Grip transitions to precision injection molding, utilizing a tungsten-infused polymer blend. The result is a grip that’s both incredibly strong and dense, with a warm, premium feel you don’t normally associate with AR furniture. At just 2.9 ounces, it manages to be light without…
Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. This story, “Ducks Plus,” appeared in the June 1957 issue of Outdoor Life. My friend Vic was taking me duck hunting in a jeep that jounced and bumped through weird desert country south of Sasabe in Sonora, Mexico. It was hard for me to imagine why a duck or any other aquatic fowl would settle in this arid region. Surrounding us were rocks carved into scowling ogres and frightening beasts by ages of wind erosion. Giant saguaro cactus raised their arms…
Taurus 66 Combat Buy Now Some shooters dismiss revolvers as relics of the past, but Taurus isn’t ready to let the wheelgun fade quietly into history. Their new Taurus 66 Combat proves that revolvers can still hold their own in the era of polymer pistols and micro-compacts. Built on a Proven Platform The 66 Combat starts with Taurus’s well-known Model 66 medium-frame revolver. Chambered in .357 Magnum, it gives shooters the flexibility to run everything from full-house magnums to soft-shooting .38 Specials. Where it really stands out, though, is its seven-shot cylinder. That extra round gives a 15% capacity bump…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The National Rifle Association (NRA) has sounded off on reports that the Trump administration is mulling a way of limiting transgender people’s ability to purchase firearms.The gun lobby group, the largest in the U.S. with 5 million members according to its website, released a statement Friday reinforcing its commitment that all law-abiding Americans have a right to bear arms. It comes as Department of Justice officials have had several internal meetings about placing restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooter Robin Westman, who identified as trans, killing two people and…
We recently took a 30-day family vacation to Europe that included two week-long cruises. We needed to pack light(er). We moved around and stayed in multiple cities when we weren’t on the cruise ships. Few hotels had expedited laundry services and the cruise ships charged by the piece. We planned to minimize our costs by washing some of our clothes ourselves, especially on the cruise ships when we had several days to allow our clothes to hang dry. On another note, most European dryers don’t use heat; they just tumble with air for a long time. Since we planned…
Sign up for the Outdoor Life Newsletter Get the hottest outdoor news—plus a free month of onX Hunt Elite. This story, “Little Longbill’s Back,” appeared in the September 1954 issue of Outdoor Life. “It’s been 20 years since I fired a shot at one of them,” I said to Felix as he, Joe, and I crawled through the fence and headed across the Texas rice field. We were in pursuit of that tiny, long-billed, elusive feathered delicacy known as the jacksnipe, or Wilson’s snipe. If you doubt that he’s a delicacy, consider his scientific name, Capella delicata. The “delicata” means…
Preparedness goes beyond stockpiling supplies and mastering survival skills. It’s about building a network of supportive, like-minded individuals. While facing challenges alone might seem appealing, survival in isolation is rarely sustainable. Thriving during challenging times depends significantly on the strength of your community. This article is going to discuss the importance of community in preparedness and survival. Quick Look at What You’ll Learn Toggle The Lone Wolf Myth Many romanticize the notion of the lone survivor, but history shows we thrive in communities. Our ancestors built villages and towns for convenience and out of necessity for the support a community…
Master the Art of
Preparedness and Survival
Master the Art of Preparedness and Survival
Stay ready for anything with expert tips, gear reviews,
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Stay ready for anything with expert tips, gear reviews, and real-world advice to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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