Brian Schultz
I have done a lot of things in life, I have been a welder, Pastor and I am currently serving in Law Enforcement. Although life has taken me down a lot of roads I have always been a modern day Mountain Man, I have always maintained that the more you can do for your self the less that you will need. I am married to a wonderful woman and have a great son, they are my life and the reason that I do what I do.
Although I can not write about everything that I do, I bring a lot of life experience into my articles.
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Although I can not write about everything that I do, I bring a lot of life experience into my articles.
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Conducting a FuneralEvery pastor at some point in time will be asked to conduct a funeral, conducting a funeral is not an easy job even for the most experienced speaker.
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Urban SurvivalUrban survival although it sounds different than wilderness survival, is not really that far removed, when it comes to the survival supplies that you need. -
Urban SurvivalAs we have seen in the past when people do not know basic urban survival skills it is increasingly difficult to stay alive when a disaster strikes their community. -
Consumer Goods Are Going to Cost You MoreWhile going through the various news clips yesterday I found an article on yahoo news that spoke about how the everyday consumer goods that we all enjoy are getting ready to go up in price. -
Matrix Custom Lipoly Ready Full Metal M4 Carbine Airsoft AEGThis is a review of the Matrix Custom Lipoly Ready Full Metal M4 Carbine Airsoft AEG. This Airsoft gun has been put through the tests and this is what I have found. -
Preparing Your Home to Be a Survival RetreatMany people are researching survival retreats, have you ever thought of making your first survival retreat your home? -
Choosing a Home Defense GunNo matter where you live if you pick up a local news paper you can read about people who have had their homes broken into. Are you prepared if your home is broken into? -
Survival WeaponThis is the second in my series covering the survival weapon; this article discusses the .22 Long Rifle. -
Survival WeaponThis is going to be my first in a series of articles covering survival weapons. I will mainly be writing about survival weapons that the average working class person can afford. -
Storing Water for SurvivalIn many emergencies water is one of the first things that people run out of. Good water storing practices can help insure that does not happen.
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Preparing for Cold WeatherMany people do not think about preparing for cold weather until it hits. In this article I will give you some points that need to be taken care of before that big storm hits. -
Tips for Interviewing for a JobOften times people blow a job interview just because of some simple mistakes. Take a look at these suggestions and you will have a better chance at landing the job you so desperately need.
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Choosing a Survival KnifeA knife can be the most important tool in your survival gear, in this article I will look at some important points to consider when choosing a survival knife. -
Dealing with Writers BlockWhen I first began writing my mind was flooded with so many subjects that I just had to put on paper. And then I developed Writers block. -
Money Making IdeasIn today's economy it is no secret that work is hard to find, to make matters worse many of those people that do have jobs are hovering on the brink of losing them.
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Arizona Proposition 106Arizona Proposition 106 is Arizona's way of saying we don't want forced health care. And that we don't want the higher taxes to go with it. -
The 2010 Yavapai County FairThis is a quick report on the 2010 Yavapai County Fair, if you want to have an affordable good time the county fair is the place to go. -
Using Airsoft Guns for Tactical TrainingAirsoft can be a valuable tool for Law Enforcement training in this article I will give you some suggestions for realistic training, so that you can go home at the end of the day.
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The Survival Slingshot and AmmunitionIn many of my articles I talk about having a weapon for survival. Have you ever considered a slingshot?
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Is Healthcare a Right?I have been reading a lot of articles lately about the healthcare issue, and many of the comments to articles suggested that we as Americans have a right to affordable healthcare.
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Pictures of a horse.These are pictures of one of our horses
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The Cold Steel G.I. TantoThis is a review of the Cold Steel G.I. Tanto, I was glad I purchased this knife. I found it to be a quality work horse. And you can't beat the price.
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Preparing Your Home for a Winter StormEvery winter parts of the United States have storms that are severe enough to nock out power and freeze the water to homes and even whole communities. That is why it is important to prepare.
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How to Make an Earthquake KitWith two major earthquakes happening almost back to back I thought that I would talk about the necessity of an earthquake kit.
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The Benefits of Airsoft GunsAirsoft guns have more benefits than just being fun toys for kids, in this article I will show you how they can benefit kids and adults.
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Do You Want to Help Americas EconomyThis article will explain the best way to stimulate the American economy simply by buying American made product, and I will give you a resource to help you.
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Surviving the 2012 CrisisMany people are worried about 2012, in this article I will give you some suggestions about how to make it through a crisis similar to a 2012 scenario.
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The Bug-Out BagIn many of my survival articles I have told you that it may be necessary to bug-out or to leave your home to a safer location, this will require a bug-out bag.
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Surviving a Nuclear WarRecently another author pointed out that my survival articles did not point out how to survive in a nuclear type of scenario. I will do my best to examinr this scenario in this article.
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Hunting EthicsI know this subject should be self explanatory, but it pains me terribly to find or here about someone wiping out whole herds of deer or elk or any animal for that matter. It is important that we get back to good hunting ethics.
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Rules for SurvivalBy following these three rules for survival your chances of survival will be much higher than if you are not prepared at all.
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Survival PreparationSurvival like any other skill takes time to become good at. It can also be said that just like any other skill if you do not practice you will lose what you have learned.
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The Beretta 92FSWhen it comes to survival and carry weapons there are some important things to look at. In my view the Beretta 92FS covers all the bases.
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Pictures of the Art work At ArcosantiThese are pictures of the artwork at the city of Arcosanti. A city that is known as an urban laboratory.
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Urban HomesteadingAs the economy slips further into the hole many Americans are focusing on things that they can do to provide for themselves. Many Americans are turning to urban homesteads.
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Stocking Up for the Hard TimesWhile surfing the web I found a town in China that had been quarantined due to a plague. How would you react if that was your town and would you have the necessary supplies to get through the hard times?
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Goats and RabbitsThese are some picture of some miniature goats and rabbits that I took at a local fair. The miniature goats are actually a breed that is raised for producing milk.
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Survival Native American StyleIn the society that we live in today, everyone that you speak to will identify themselves to a culture or they will have some way of identifying themselves. The same concept applies to the survivalist.
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More Thoughts on Soap MakingThe first article that I wrote for Associated Content was about making soap, in this follow up article I will give you some ideas for molding your soap and the different containers that you can use.
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Soap That I Have MadeThese are some of the soaps that I have made. I find that using home made soap is refreshing and saves you money.
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An Amateurs Guide to Weight LossSo you have looked at yourself in the mirror and said I really need to lose some weight. Then the excuses pop into your head as if I am too old or I hate diets or maybe you just find it difficult to stick to a diet.
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Herbal Remedies: PeppermintThis is an article detailing the benefits of peppermint as an herbal remedy. I believe that rather than putting chemicals in our bodies it is better to use nature.
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Flowers and CloudsHere are some recent pictures of flowers and clouds
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Layering Your Survival GearHave you ever herd the term "don't put all your eggs in one basket", the same goes for your survival or backcountry gear.
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The 24-Hour Survival KitThis article will explain the necessity to have a survival kit. In addition, it will give you a suggested list to enable you to put one together.
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Footwear for the Traditional OutdoorsmanIn this article, I will point out why moccasins are the preferred footwear for the primitive outdoorsman.
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Making Fire StartersFire starters are expensive, in this article I will tell you how to make your own out of common everyday supplies, so that you do not have to rely on the store to supply them for you.
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Pictures Taken On TuesdayThese are some pictures that I took on Tuesday. The picture of the cross is unique, because I have never seen a cross-made like it. In addition, the pond reminded me of a cool place to lounge in the summer heat.
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The Fourth of JulyThis is an article pointing out how we are loosing our independence and what we can do to fix it. Our countries independence took a lot of sacrifice, we should not just through it away.
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How to Choose a Campsite when You Are HuntingThis is an article about the considerations for choosing a campsite when you are hunting. This article will aid a person in making a wise choice for choosing a campsite location and it offers pointers about safety.
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Pictures from My Last OutingThese are pictures of some Rabbits that decided to pose for us on our last family outing.
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Becoming a WarriorAs many of you know that have read my articles I am a firm believer in the survivalist mentality. Being a survivor and being a warrior go hand in hand for me.
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Tips For Learning Kung FuLearning to do a martial art can be one of the greatest accomplishments that you can ever do. If you have decided to do kung fu you have taken on an honorable challenge, it is one that you will remember, and it will benefit you for the rest of your life.
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Emergency Lighting for Your HomeIt is early summer, and things are beginning to bloom and come alive. This is a beautiful time of year. Unfortunately, it also means monsoons and other types of storms are brewing and will cause power outages and other types of devastation.
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Tips on How to Build Self ConfidenceEverybody wants to be confident and have self confidence, but what if you do not have any self confidence? The answer is that you have to build self confidence somehow.
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Natural Weight Loss Using Exercise & Good Eating HabitsIt seems that no matter where you turn today there are ads for diet systems. Most of these ads claim to be the next best thing to a miracle; they claim to be able to give results just by taking a pill or drinking a special drink.
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Five Easy Ways to Stay Hydrated in the Summer HeatAs summer is upon us and more people are hiking and enjoying the outdoors, one thing remains constant. Every year people go into nature unprepared for the heat.
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Surviving the Economic DownturnIt is no secret that the United States is in the worst economic disaster that it has seen in many years. In fact, it could be that we have not seen times like this since the depression. But we can still come out on top.
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Homemade Insect Bite Cream Using What Nature ProvidesOf all the things to do, being in nature is one of my favorite; it may very well be my favorite place to be. Of all the wonders that were created in nature, a number of stinging and biting insects were created also.
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How to Change Your Car Oil Yourself In Six Easy StepsIn today's economy people are looking for ways to save money, and one of the ways that you can save money is to change your own oil.
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The Pros of HomeschoolingToday more and more people are looking at homeschooling their children. The reasons are usually because they are not happy with the public school system or they may desire to teach their children in their value system.
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Teaching Your Child to Protect ThemselvesIt breaks my heart to see a child hurt or worse, and in my time in law enforcement I have seen enough to last me a life time. I used to wonder how animals like this could even exist.
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Survival ForagingMany of the early tribal societies were known as "hunter gatherer societies". A hunter gatherer society did not farm or stay in one location; they moved and took what they needed from the land.
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Making Your Own Greeting CardsAre you the type of person that mails cards for every occasion? If you are then there is a good chance, that your mailing list is a large one. In this article you will see how you can save money, by creating your own greeting cards
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Five Rainy Day Activities for Kids to Stave Off BoredomThose of us, who are parents, know the sight of little kids when they are stuck inside because of the rain. The rain is nice to look at and exciting at first, and then boredom sets in.
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Building a Survival Retreat LocationIf you look at the tension in America today, it is safe to have a back-up plan. Your back-up plan could be another family member that lives in another town. If you could not make it to those places, could you select a survival retreat?
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Three Causes of Tooth PainWe have all been there before; it seems like one minute everything is great, and then the next thing you know, your tooth or teeth are starting to bother you. Tooth pain can be very uncomfortable.
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Stocking a Survival RetreatI recently wrote an article about building a survival retreat. In my article I spoke to you about why it was important to have a survival retreat, and how to pick a location. Now let's discuss stocking your survival retreat.
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Five Teacher Appreciation IdeasEvery school year we all find at least one teacher that really makes a difference in our lives, not only in the area of academics also in our personal lives as well; it can be at any grade level in high school or college.
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Best Beach Games for KidsNow that it is getting warmer people are planning their vacations. A favorite vacation for many families is a trip to the beach.
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How to Use a Bow and Arrow for SurvivalWhen you speak to people about survival weapons they will give you a whole list of fire arms. However, few people think of a bow and arrow as a survival tool
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How to Make a Walking StickA project that I enjoy working on is a home made walking stick. Why do I like to make walking sticks? Because anytime I can make something myself, it has a better feeling about it.
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Living the Backwoods Life StyleIn this article I would like to show you the benefits to living a backwoods lifestyle and also how it can make you some extra money.
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Survival Clothing: It Needs to Be RuggedMany people are preparing for possible hard times; maybe you are one of the people putting supplies away for a rainy day. Have you thought about your clothing?
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DIY 4th of July DecorationsThere are all kinds of inexpensive Fourth of July decorations that you can make or buy for very little money.
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Throw a 4th of July Party on a BudgetWith the 4th of July coming up everybody has one thing on their mind, "celebration". But with celebrating comes cost, and in today's economy cost is not always a good thing. However, if you are on a budget you can still have fun.
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DIY 4th of July InvitationsJuly 4th is the time of year when we celebrate an independence that our country has had for over 200 years. So it is only natural that when that time of year comes around we want to celebrate.
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How to Become a Tattoo ArtistPerhaps you are an artist searching for a job and you haven't had any luck because of the economy. Or maybe you are into body art and you have always wanted to become a tattoo artist.
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Essential Supplies for a Whitewater Rafting TripNow that it is becoming warmer, it is time to prepare yourself for the different types of water sports that are typical of summertime fun. One of those sports is whitewater rafting.
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Four Tips for Camping SafelyA sad sight for me to see is some one who doesn't camp safely, and believe me there are more than your fair share of people that go out every camping season and either get physically hurt or start a fire.
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Money for Long Term SurvivalWhat will you use for money if this country goes into an economic collapse or faces other hard times? Have you thought about the barter system?
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Patriots Day in Prescott ArizonaSunday April 19, 2009 was a warm and beautiful day, the birds were chirping and there was a light breeze to help keep things cool. It was a perfect day to hold Prescott's first ever patriots day at the beautiful courthouse square.
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Separation of Church and StateThis is an article about how churches today are more worried about being politically correct, than they are about doing what is right.
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Affordable and Inexpensive Camping KnivesAnyone who reads any of my outdoor material knows that one of the most important tools that I have is my knife.
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The Survival ArmoryIn the times that we live in many people are setting aside supplies incase of some type of breakdown. However all the supplies in the world will do you no good if you can't keep them?
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How to Throw an Indianapolis 500 PartyFor race fans the Indianapolis 500 is a special event, it is a time when family and friends can get together and share a common interest, namely racing.
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Ten Tips for Hiking in Hot WeatherNow that summer is approaching, more people will be getting out of the home to get rid of the cabin fever blues.
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Review of the Ruger Blackhawk .357 MagnumIn every survival situation not only do you need a good survival rifle, you also need a good handgun.
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Review of the Thompson Center Hawken .50 Caliber RifleAs a long time advocate of using black powder firearms for survival, it is my pleasure to be able to write this article about the T/C Hawken .50 Caliber Rifle.
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Dealing with the Loss of a FriendGood friends are hard to find but every so often God puts somebody into our lives that we can confide in and share our deepest troubles. However every once in awhile we get a dreaded phone call that dear friend has passed away.
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The Traditions .50 Caliber Kentucky PistolAs an advocate of using black powder firearms for survival weapons, I have decided to test them. For this review I will be looking at the Traditions .50 caliber Kentucky pistol
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Survival Kits for DogsStocking up on survival supplies is important. However often times people forget about their animals. This article will give tips on stocking up for the pets.
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The Making of a Modern Day Mountain ManThis is an article that is about how to become a modern day mountain man. It will show you that you can be what ever you desire.
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Planning a Cremation Memorial ServiceAs funeral services go, planning a cremation memorial service can be one of the most beautiful services that you can have.
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Planning a Eco Friendly FuneralPlanning an eco friendly funeral basically breaks down to being cremated. The fine points of cremation are simple, you are made up of everything that the earth is made up of when you are cremated what you are, is simply returned to the earth.
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Caring for ChickensThis article will give you some ideas about how to best care for chickens.
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Survival PsychologyThere are a lot of articles about survival but not that many about survival psychology why?
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Disaster SurvivalThis is an article on how to better prepare to bug-out. Many times people don't have a plan and that can get them hurt.
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The Skill of Communication in a Relationship"Communication" I know if I asked you today if you were a good communicator you would probably laugh and say, "well of course I am a good communicator how else could I talk". But are you truly a good communicator? Let's find out.
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The Fanny Pack Survival KitThere are a lot of articles written about survival kits. In this discussion I am going to talk about a kit that you can carry with you where ever you go weather it is to the store or on a walk.
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Disaster SurvivalRecently I wrote an article that spoke about surviving by using the tribal mentality. I still maintain that this is the best way to go if you find you're self in a survival situation. However it may not always be practical.
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A Great MarriageWhen people take their vows on their wedding day they very rarely look at the rough times that will be put before them in the future, even if they have lived together it seems like things still change.
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The TribeThis is an article that speaks about a different side of survival. Instead of the loner mentality it focuses on the tribe or group mentality
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Gun ControlIn today's day and time it seems that our constitutional rights and liberties tend to be defined by the political power at the time. Conservatives tend to be easy on gun control and Liberals tend to want all guns taken away.
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Practical Self-DefenseIn this article I hope to show the difference between the martial arts and a fighting style. Although both are good for you there is a huge difference on the street. Once you read this you will be better prepared to find a self defense class.
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A Budget Survival GunIf you ask people to think of a firearm that they would consider a survival gun visions of tricked out AR-15's and AK-47's start popping into their minds however its not an affordable option for most.
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Experimental ArcheologyWhen was the last time you felt free? I mean totally free? Most Americans seem to be trapped in a rut. Did you wakeup go to work put up with more than your fair share of garbage and then come home just to repeat the same schedule all over again tomorrow.
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Giving Something Back to NatureThere's no better feeling in the world than waking up in the morning or going out at night and harvesting you're food with what nature has to provide. But what about giving something back
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Handgun Bill H.R. 45I would like to remind readers that Adolf Hitler put a full gun registration into affect in the 1940's and you saw the trouble that happened in Germany. This bill is for handguns but any free thinking individual will know that rifles are next.
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You're Guide to Having a NASCAR Tailgate PartyWhen you hear the word NASCAR one thing comes to mind: American! There is nothing like going to a race. However if you have a tail gate party it makes it even more of a memorable occasion.
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The Top 5 Pet Friendly Spring Vacation Areas for Animal LoversIt isn't always easy to find a pet friendly vacation spot. Well hopefully by the time we are done here you will have the information needed to plan a successful spring break with your family and those precious pets.
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The Stimulus PackageThis article is deigned to show how the New stimulus package could possibly damage our country rather than help it.
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How to Make a Survival Plan and a Survival KitThis artical is designed to aid a person in making a survival plan and it will help them put together a survival kit.
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Primitive Living: How to Use Black Powder Firearms for SurvivalThis is a article about the use of black powder weapons in the area of primitive living and experimental archeology.
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The Survival HandgunThis is an article designed to aid a person in making an educated decision in the purchase of a survival handgun.
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Making Your Own Cold Process Lye SoapThis is a complete recipe and guide about how to make your own cold process soap.