Firearms

Glock’s Soft-Shooting .45: The Glock Model 21

It is big, light and has an impressive reserve of ammunition. The Glock 21 .45 ACP is also among the most accurate and soft shooting of all Glock pistols. Read this post for the details of what makes it such an asset to your arsenal.

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Hunting and Outdoors

Becoming an Outdoors-Woman: Go Dutch!

We often associate the image of a Dutch oven with camping trips or even chuckwagon cattle drives from days gone by, but the truth is many folks still use Dutch ovens. In a nutshell, the Dutch oven is a timeless alternative for cooking delicious, homemade meals without using electricity or propane. In this post, read how Becoming and OUtdoors-Woman (BOW) is teaching women how to use this cooking method.

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Camping & Survival

Quick Camping Tip: Camping With Your Dog

I’m a dog lover and take my pets with me nearly everywhere I go—including camping. Dogs love to be outdoors and yours will get a kick out of going camping with you. However, you and your pup should follow a proper etiquette. Taking your dog camping is fun, easy and should not cause any problems if you follow these 10 rules to taking your dog camping.

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Ammunition

8mm—The World’s Most Underrated Rifle Cartridge

There are a million Mauser rifles out there. Many of the owners do not realize how effective the Mauser rifle is and the the 8mm Mauser is a first class cartridge with much to recommend. Read this post to find out the best 8mm ammo you can get for your money.

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Firearms

PTR 91 Rifle is a Slam Dunk

A .308 battle rifle is a good thing to have. Accurate, powerful, immensely interesting and a well-made rifle, the PTR 91 is among the best of the breed. In this feature, we field test the PTR. Get all the details by reading this post.

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Camping & Survival

Michael Bane Builds an Off-Grid House

As we looked out over this amazing property, we both noticed an absence of power lines, telephone poles and the other amenities of the 21st century. “What would you think,” asked my Sweetie, “about building an off-grid house?” Michael Bane shares his experience of building a totally self-sufficient off-grid home.

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Camping & Survival

Quick Camping Tip: Taking Your Gun Camping

Since February 2010, federal law states it is legal to carry a firearm into our country’s national parks. However, all local and state laws still apply. Are you a concealed carry permit holder? Well, don’t try taking it to Adirondack Park in New York. Firearms are still prohibited in New York’s national parks. Fortunately, most states do allow CCW in national parks, as long as they hold reciprocity agreements with your states permits and licenses. This quick-read guide will tell who which state is gun friendly and which one is not, so you can plan to pitch your tent accordingly.

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Military

90 Survival Uses for a Plastic Poncho

What is the most important thing during SHTF? Your brain! To pack your bug-out bag light, you need items that serve multi purposes. One such thing is the rain poncho. In this blog, I have detailed 90 different survival uses for a plastic poncho. However, not just any old cheap poncho will do. I put Cheaper Than Dirt’s Swiss military rubberized poncho finished in bright Alpenflage camo to the test and realized for the price tag, this military surplus poncho is an invaluable addition to any survival gear, preps, emergency vehicle kit, or your bug-out bag.

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