Five-Year-Old Military Daughter Gets Two Huge SurprisesThe SITREP Military Blog

Community News Five-Year-Old Military Daughter Gets Two Huge Surprises “You know I love you to the moon and back baby?” asked United States Army Private David Villegas, talking to his five-year-old daughter Ellie via a live...

Five tips for choosing the right socks for outdoor wear – Survival Common Sense...

Socks are often an afterthought. But really, your sock choices can determine how warm or cool your feet stay, the walking comfort of your footwear, if you develop develop blisters or (in extreme cases)...

New Vietnam Helicopter Pilot, Crew Monument Unveiled at ArlingtonThe SITREP Military Blog

Community News New Vietnam Helicopter Pilot, Crew Monument Unveiled at Arlington This week, a new monument was unveiled at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. The Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and Crewmember Monument was revealed off and honored amid...

Review: Prepper’s Long-Term Survival Guide by Jim Cobb – Survival Common Sense Blog

by Leon Pantenburg Somebody could probably claim conflict of interest right off the bat here. I am a died-in-the-wool Jim Cobb fan, and have been, ever since his first publications came out. I’ve read all his...

Review: Cyansky K3 V2 Tactical Flashlight – Survival Common Sense Blog

A solid, dependable flashlight and/or headlamp should be a standard item in your survival/preparedness gear. This lightweight, compact flashlight supplies spotlight performance by Leon Pantenburg Disclaimer: Cyansky supplied the product in this post. Nobody had any...

Best .22 rifle for hunting or survival? Take a look at the Ruger 10/22...

Everybody starting a survival firearms collection needs a .22 rifle. Here was my choice 50 years ago, and it still may be the best. by Leon Pantenburg Use something constantly, and you get to know it...

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10 Christmas gifts for the well-prepared (and hard to buy for) person on your...

So what do you buy for that survivalist/prepper/outdoorsperson on your Christmas list who (apparently) has everything and (allegedly) doesn’t need anything? Here are some...

Do you need waterproof hiking boots? Are these the best choice for overall wear?...

A major decision and choice when buying hiking boots or shoes is whether to get the waterproof versions or not. You might be surprised why...

Videos: My top ten deer hunting knives – Survival Common Sense Blog

Every year, folks ask me the “Who is your favorite child?” question when it comes to the best knives for deer hunting. So what do...

Review: Bark River Cub EDC – Survival Common Sense Blog

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dymm1_xLkwY I love the large Cub, but this latest incarnation may be even handier. It might be the best choice for you by Leon Pantenburg I was...

Fight the heat and stay hydrated with this Water-to-Go™ filter bottle – Survival Common Sense...

Staying hydrated is not optional. You drink or you die. This water bottle/filter system may be what you need, and it helps cut down...

Stay hydrated! Use this simple system to assure you always have water with you...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYCVu_2Nl4c Some urban areas are drier than the Sahara when it comes to finding safe drinking water. by Leon Pantenburg Staying hydrated is not an option. Anywhere,...

Nine tips for fitting your hiking boots for long term comfort – Survival Common...

Sore feet means hiking or backpacking won’t be fun. Here are some tips for making sure your boots fit correctly before you leave the...

Gore-Tex® boot liners and how I use them – Survival Common Sense Blog

Editor’s note: I don’t like boots with waterproof/breathable liners in hiking boots or trekkers. In the interest of fair  and balanced reporting, I asked...

Don’t forget! Download this printable hiking checklist – Survival Common Sense Blog

You want to carry everything you need on your hike. But you don’t want to take anything that is unnecessary.  Hikes vary from the extremes...