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Hankerin’ for Survival: An Overview of Handkerchiefs, Bandanas, & Shemaghs

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Hankerin’ for Survival: An Overview of Handkerchiefs, Bandanas, & Shemaghs

The handkerchief, bandana, or shemagh is a powerful tool with a wide range of survival uses — not bad for something...

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Infographic: NATO Phonetic Alphabet, Codes, & Signals

Preparation

Infographic: NATO Phonetic Alphabet, Codes, & Signals

The following infographic from NATO provides a full overview of the...

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Escape & Evasion Evaluation: SERE Kit Buyer's Guide

Gear

Escape & Evasion Evaluation: SERE Kit Buyer's Guide

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April 8, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Freedom From Fallout: Is Nuclear War Still an Imminent Threat?

We picked the brains of a few experts to get a little more insight on what to expect if a nuclear war or terrorist attack…

April 4, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Mike Glover Spotlight – Redefining Survival

As a former Green Beret, Mike Glover’s not out looking for endorsement deals and social media followers. His survival instructor credentials speak for themselves.

April 3, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

GPS User Alert: UTC Rollover on April 6th

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security released a memo explaining the "possible effects" of the April 6, 2019 GPS Week Number Rollover on GPS devices…

March 22, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Bioterrorism 101: Agents of Mass Destruction

Unlike other types of terrorist attacks, bioterrorism can infect large portions of the population before the victims begin to develop obvious symptoms.

February 19, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Survivalist Spotlight: Rudy Reyes

February 5, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

RECOILtv: Surefire's New Products at SHOT Show

Surefire showed us the 300Ti lightweight suppressor, the XVL2 light/laser/IR illuminator, the XR1 weapon light, and the upgraded Stiletto Pro flashlight.

January 28, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Reader's Tip: Considerations for Going Gray

This reader offered some helpful insights into the "gray man" principle based on his experience as a plainclothes law enforcement officer.

January 26, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Video: Steve1989 Tastes a Russian Spetsnaz MRE

Steve1989 samples a rare Russian Special Forces 24-hour Mountain Ration made for members of the Spetsnaz. It contains liver and pork brain pâté.

January 8, 2019 :: By Offgrid Staff

Brown Baggin' It: An Overview of MREs

In any SHTF scenario, your primary goal is to survive and thrive, and you'll need calories to do so. MREs can provide long-lasting nutrition.

December 16, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Review: Southern Specialties Folding Lock Pick Set

Back in World War II, OSS secret agents were issued a Lockpicking Jack Knife. Southern Specialties developed a modern incarnation of this covert entry tool.

December 14, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

National Advisory: Surviving a Catastrophic Power Outage

Earlier this month, the National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) published a report on the risk of a catastrophic power outage in the United States.

December 5, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Doug Marcaida Spotlight – Into the Fire

We interviewed Doug Marcaida between filming episodes of "Forged In Fire" regarding the hit show, martial arts, and his attitude toward survival.

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