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Alternative Power Sources - Lesson 1 - Start Small: Learn Before You Invest Big
If you’re new to backup power systems, it’s smart to start small. Many people don’t fully understand what a portable power station can and can’t do…
First Aid and Trauma - Lesson 2 - Trauma Kit Essentials
As we advance our medical preparedness, you'll find a wide variety of trauma kits and equipment available. In this section…
Emergency Communications - Lesson 2 - Alternative Communication Options
Rapid Radios are a modern, LTE (Long Term Evolution)-based push-to-talk communication solution designed for families…
Firearms - Lesson 3: Concealed Carry
Once you have your concealed carry license or permit, a range of options opens up for how you can carry your firearm. These include traditional methods such as Outside-the-Waistband (OWB) and Inside-the-Waistband…
The Ultimate Guide to Safe Drinking Water: From Daily Use to Emergency Preparedness - Lesson 2 - Water Purification
While various filtration and purification methods are effective, boiling water remains one of the simplest and most reliable ways to make water safe to drink. Boiling kills disease-causing germs, including viruses…
Setting Up Your Mobile Command Center - Lesson 1 - Vehicle Maintenance
Let's start with the basics of vehicle maintenance to ensure you do your best to avoid breakdowns. Here are key maintenance items to keep your vehicle in top condition…
Recovery Strategies - Lesson 1 - Saunas - Infrared Saunas - Steam Rooms
A common question in recovery is the difference between a traditional sauna and an infrared sauna. While both promote sweating, circulation, and relaxation, they work very differently. Traditional saunas heat the air around you, reach…
The Power of Sleep - Lesson 2 - Why Sleep Is Foundational for Health and Preparedness
Sleep is not passive downtime, it’s active biological maintenance. During sleep, your brain clears out metabolic waste…
The Ultimate Guide to Safe Drinking Water: From Daily Use to Emergency Preparedness - Lesson 3 - Water Storage
Now that you understand how to obtain clean water and calculate your family's water needs, the next critical step is choosing the right storage containers. Proper water storage is essential for maintaining water…
Situational Awareness - Protective Strategies for Safe Family Travel
In the previous sections, we explored the skills of situational awareness and interpreting body language, akin to techniques employed…
Alternative Power Sources - Lesson 2 - The Next Step, add Larger Appliances
Assessing your energy needs, environmental conditions, and logistical factors will help you choose the most suitable backup power solution for your home…
Situational Awareness - Protective Strategies for Safe Traveling Overseas
Once you have chosen your destination and started planning your itinerary, it is highly advisable to do…
Fitness - Lesson 1 - Introduction
While the concept of "being fit" is not widely recognized in preparedness or emergency planning, a comprehensive preparedness plan must unquestionably include aspects of health and fitness.
Emergency Communications - Lesson 3 - Walkie-Talkies: A Familiar Yet Powerful Communication Tool
For many of us, walkie-talkies were our first exposure to two-way communication, a staple of childhood adventures…
Emergency Communications - Lesson 4 -
When it comes to versatile, long-range, and grid-independent communication, HAM radios (also known as amateur radios) are…
Alternative Power Sources - Lesson 3 - How to Add Automatic Transfer to a Backup Power Bank (for Fridge/Freezer Protection)
Most consumer-grade power stations like EcoFlow, Jackery, Bluetti, etc., do not support automatic transfer switching out of the box…
Emergency Communications - Lesson 5 - What Is a Police/EMS Scanner?
A scanner, also known as a police scanner or EMS scanner, is a radio receiver that scans multiple frequencies used by…
The Power of Sleep - Lesson 3 - Creating Your Sleep Sanctuary: Setting Up the Batcave
Your bedroom should be a place of rest, recovery, and calm, not chaos and stimulation. Just like a tactical professional sets…
Situational Awareness - Hidden Cameras
Over time, we’ve come to expect that, as technology advances, everyday conveniences become smaller, cheaper, and more powerful. Just 25 years ago…