Squared Away Ep. 11: Building Out My Body Armor

Lets talk body armor, specifically, the poor mans body armor. An essential part of the prepared mans setup, body armor is what I would designate as LSE, or Life Saving Equipment, but that extra protection comes at a cost, with the plates alone weighing in between 100-500$. So when it’s time to pull the triggerContinue reading “Squared Away Ep. 11: Building Out My Body Armor”

Squared Away: Ep. 10 “The Long Silence”

Hey guys, and welcome back to the Squared Away Series. It’s been a hot minute since I’ve been active here, and for that I must apologize. But hey, I’m back, and guess what? It’s time for reviews. Like, a lot of reviews. So here’s the plan: I’ve got reviews of some 5.11 tactical footwear, aContinue reading “Squared Away: Ep. 10 “The Long Silence””

Squared Away: Episode 9 Manual of Field Fortification and Getting a Dog

In this episode of squared away, we’re going to be talking about the past TWO weeks worth of preparation, which has unfortunately not been very much. I’m honestly pretty upset about how little I’ve been able to accomplish, but I have worked out a few things. So lets hop right on in and get SquaredContinue reading “Squared Away: Episode 9 Manual of Field Fortification and Getting a Dog”

Squared Away: Ep. 8 Try Sticks and the Two Minute Shelter

In this episode of the Squared Away series, I’m going to go over some awesome survival tools and techniques I’ve learned, and do a little review on the Cyalume Red chemlights. The Try Stick The Try Stick is a simple bushcrafters tool for practicing skills. Is free, effective, and great for learning how to doContinue reading “Squared Away: Ep. 8 Try Sticks and the Two Minute Shelter”

Squared Away: Ep. 7 Range Day Lessons, Drying Mint

I like firearms. I believe in guns as a means of protection, against criminals and corrupt government officials. I am also a very bad shooter. In this episode of Squared Away, I’m going to tell you some humbling things about my range day, and what I’ve learned. I’m also going to tell you all aboutContinue reading “Squared Away: Ep. 7 Range Day Lessons, Drying Mint”

Squared Away Ep. 6: Getting Fit, and Water Kit

This week on the Squared Away blog, I’m going to be talking about what I’m doing to get fit, breaking down what’s in my go bag water kit, and why I set things up the way I have. Getting Fit: Working Out I’m in reasonably good health, but let’s be honest, most of us aren’tContinue reading “Squared Away Ep. 6: Getting Fit, and Water Kit”

Squared Away Ep. 5: Deciding If You Should Bug Out

Disaster strikes. You’re sitting in the office, sipping coffee and typing a boring report on analyzed statistics of local water supplies, when suddenly, the power goes out. You look down at your phone, and it’s dead too. Your worst nightmare has just come true, and an EMP has gone off and shut the United StatesContinue reading “Squared Away Ep. 5: Deciding If You Should Bug Out”

Squared Away EP 4: Why Wear a Plate Carrier?

As part of my continuing preparation, I’m going to handle a concept for internal and external preparation. You may have read in a prior episode that I purchased a 5.11 Prime plate carrier and Hoplite plates for self defense purposes. I’ve seen a lot of questions about why this is necessary , and statements aboutContinue reading “Squared Away EP 4: Why Wear a Plate Carrier?”

Squared Away Ep. 3: Growing, growing, growing!

What’s up guys, it’s episode three, revenge of the plants, and today, I’m gonna give you the fill in on what’s been happening! We’ll be covering fitness, plants, and tools today, and I am PUMPED. Let’s dive in, alright? Garden Stuff! I’m going to start with the garden growing that’s been happening for a weekContinue reading “Squared Away Ep. 3: Growing, growing, growing!”

Squared Away Ep. 2: 5.11 Prime Carrier and Growing Mint.

Welcome to episode 2 of Squared Away! Today, I’m finally receiving my 5.11 Prime Plate carrier, planting mint, and sharpening chisels! 5.11 Prime Plate Carrier One of the many things I’ve wanted over the past few years is a plate carrier kit. The 5.11 prime plate carrier is a sub 150$ low profile option, andContinue reading “Squared Away Ep. 2: 5.11 Prime Carrier and Growing Mint.”