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””
Tag Archives: Preparedness
Land Navigation
Land Navigation is the art of moving a person or group of people over land using a map, compass, and other navigational assets. It is an essential part of the Modern Survivalists tool box. Learning to read grid coordinates, contours, azimuths, and field expedient methods are all parts of Land Navigation. An excellent video onContinue reading “Land Navigation”
Grey Man
Grey Man is a survival concept which proposes being as unassuming as possible is the best way to be safe. This tactic places an emphasis on looking as civilian as possible, OR as tourist as possible, depending on which is a lower risk. It’s commonly considered the survivalists best friend, allowing you to evade riskContinue reading “Grey Man”
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”
A-Frame (Shelter)
An A-Frame Shelter is a shelter using a single ridge pole and two side walls, pulled tight into a shape like the letter A. This type of shelter allows less mobility, but has increased wind protection. An A-Frame shelter might be best suited for non combat situations, such as when in a large group; lackContinue reading “A-Frame (Shelter)”
Bug Out, Bugging Out
Bug Out is a term used by Survivalists meaning to leave a location. This can be in reference to a disaster, combat situation, or permanent displacement. There is debate by many about when to bug out, be it well before an event, after, or if you should at all. Bugging out is typically up toContinue reading “Bug Out, Bugging Out”
Bushcraft
Bushcraft is the art of creating things in austere environments. It uses tools like knives, hatchets, axes, and augers to produce livable shelters and campsites. Many of the tools required for this skillset are featured in the Bug Out Bag and I.N.C.H Bags It’s a highly useful skillset for both short and long term survival.Continue reading “Bushcraft”
I.F.A.K (Individual First Aid Kit)
The I.F.A.K is the first line of medical kit, and should be available as much of the time as possible. It is designed to be small and fit on your belt, and typically features a tourniquet, gauze, and chest seals. This should be capable of treating basic wounds long enough to get you to moreContinue reading “I.F.A.K (Individual First Aid Kit)”
I.N.C.H (I’m Never Coming Home) Bag
The I.N.C.H Bag is a more comprehensive, heavier version of the Bug Out Bag. You’ll scale this bag with more equipment, tools, and supplies in preparation for never coming home. You’ll want to include any important personal documents of information as well as the contents of the Bug Out Bag, and may want to increaseContinue reading “I.N.C.H (I’m Never Coming Home) Bag”
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?”
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