Category: Preparedness

Be Better: The Texas LTC Shooting Test

November 15, 2021

You bought a handgun and have taken a step toward being a more prepared and capable person—just another tool in the toolbox. You now have the option of carrying under Texas Constitutional Carry or by going further and getting your License to Carry (LTC). Getting your LTC requires that you pass a basic shooting test […]

Texas Constitutional Carry

Safety , Preparedness

June 18, 2021

On September 1st, 2021, Texas Constitutional Carry goes into effect. Otherwise known as HB1927 the "Firearm Carry Act of 2021 (FCA)," the bill will give law-abiding citizens the freedom to carry a handgun without an LTC. There are still strong reasons to consider getting your license to carry, and at minimum, understand the laws. Do […]

Getting Your Ham License

Communication , Preparedness

February 14, 2021

Ham radio, aka amateur radio, is the swiss army knife of communications tools. Your ability to communicate without fixed infrastructure using Ham radio is only limited by your present working knowledge and your ability to use your environment. We'll discuss what's involved in getting your ham license below. 3 Easy Steps Basic Requirements Have a […]

Communicating Location With APRS

Communication , Preparedness , Tips & Tricks

February 8, 2021

One strength of Amateur Radio (aka. Ham Radio) is how flexible the hobby is. One type of operation that is very interesting for folks that like to Overland or Backpack is called APRS (Amateur Packet Reporting System). This is a mechanism by which radio operators can share digital information such as the raw NEMA2 position […]

Communication is Key

Communication , Preparedness , Tips & Tricks

February 2, 2021

So much of our lives revolve around being able to efficiently communicate with one another. Communication is key to the effective execution of plans. Natural disasters, cellular network failures, or just simple loss of internet connectivity can all impair your ability to effectively communicate. Have a Comms Plan Having a comms plan means you and […]

Four Necessary Tools for Land Navigation

Backcountry , Land Navigation , Preparedness

November 20, 2020

Backcountry navigation is becoming a lost art The ability to read a map and use a compass to navigate through the wilderness is a skill that very few in modern times possess. Wilderness areas are seeing more and more use as time goes on, and people's interest in the outdoors increases. With this increased use, […]