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Extreme Cold Weather Clothing Group Buy & Workshop

On September 7, 2014 By Thomas E
SUMMARY: This page gives you the details on getting a good deal on extreme cold weather clothing material AND how to build your own custom extreme weather clothing. Imagine how much you would spend to store enough fuel to keep the “area warm”, verse how much you would spend to keep the person warm with [...]
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Glock Mods extended get-home gun

On August 31, 2014 By Thomas E
Ok, so a few friends inspired me to turn my “loaded just in case safe queen” into a very flexible get-home gun.   So, here is the build out. Glock 20 (10mm full sized), with a 9×25 conversion barrel and a 40 SW conversion barrel. Given the wide-range of ammo I’m going to be launching, [...]
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Family Preparedness Fair Safety and Security Resources

On August 17, 2014 By Thomas E
This page has links to our Sessions, Booth materials and other Stake Safety & Security documents. FREE Long-term Emergency Response Cottage Meeting Sept 8th at 7pm. “How to prepare for outages, shortages and reduce risk of violence during an emergency. Likely causes of long-term emergencies and how to mitigate their risks. How we can help [...]
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Gun Safe Tips

On August 10, 2014 By Thomas E
  SUMMARY: What is the cost of not having a Gun Safe? Family Costs, criminal costs, peace-of-mind. What to look for in a Gun Safe? Tips of moving, storing and taking care of your gun safe.   First off, what if you FAIL to protect your loved ones? Can you live with yourself? NO! Ponder [...]
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Dutch Oven Preparedness

On July 1, 2014 By Thomas E
 RESERVE YOUR SPOT WHAT TO BRING: Bring your dutch oven, ingredients and a picked out recipe from marksblackpot.com TWO OPTIONS   Builder, you bring or borrow an oven & recipe OR you watch & take notes.   COSTS: This is a FREE workshop. equipment list (you can still come if you don’t have everything…ask Thomas [...]
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Tactical Medicine (TacMed) after action

On June 25, 2014 By Thomas E
I recently attended a TacMed class taught by Doc Gunn, hosted by Marksmanship Matters. For one day, it was $260; well spent for just the material/handout. The few times I’ve helped with major trauma, taking charge & being calm/professional was as much help as stopping bleeding. You must push through the self-doubt to [...]
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HOWTO Custom Cowboy Action Holster

On May 27, 2014 By Thomas E
So, a few years back I took a holster making class from Tim Start of High Desert Leather. I saved a bundle making me and my two oldest kids their own gun-belt and holsters for Cowboy Action Shooting. Well, the 3 young’n needed a holster too. So, I decided to take what I [...]
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Have Full Documentation for Any Disaster Need

On May 13, 2014 By Thomas E
  Documentation is a significant part of daily Family Preparedness Why you should listen to me. Phd Infosec, MS Infosec, CISSP, CEH, etc etc.   Knowing your audience:         Past presentations. Internet Safety (stake website) Upcoming presentations. Securing Mobile Devices for youth (August 23, 2014 at stake family preparedness fair). [...]
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Prepper Bee Keeping

On May 3, 2014 By Thomas E
The wonderful life of bee keeping   My daughter Camille asked if we could get into bee keeping. We both went to a home school event where a family of bee keeper presented and we were both HOOKED on bee keeping! I listened to a bunch of Podcasts on Bee Keeping.  Found Lee [...]
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Off-grid investments

On April 4, 2014 By Thomas E
A Preppers’ “Investment Mindset” Many have money in the bank, but their food pantry is bankrupt. Others waste money on consumer “status symbols”, yet are unable to protect their loved ones! Having a holistic mindset of “no weak links” in your preparedness is key. Often we are attacked when we are weak, or in our [...]
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Internet Risk Management for Families

On March 23, 2014 By Thomas E
ABSTRACT: There are many risks in life, including our online life. Be it social media, purchasing, online banking, chat, IRC, harmful content, addictive behaviors. PREVENTION is the key!   Internet Safety, a Parent’s Guide power point presentation “Online Family Safety” Google Forum for add’l info and discussions – Link <Meraki [...]
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Stake Safety & Security Workshop

On March 22, 2014 By Thomas E
http://ssuss.liveprepared.org/stake-safety-security-newsletter/  
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Staying Current

On March 6, 2014 By Thomas E
Staying Current with news, skills, interests QUICKLY…daily! In our fast paced world, staying current can be challenging. Staying current with news/events, professional skills, hobbies/interest can be challenging. I want to teach you how to save time & money, so you can live a better life. I’ve been using RSS readers for about a decade to [...]
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Kydex Sheath lessons learned

On March 5, 2014 By Thomas E
So, to be honest, this is my 2nd attempt at a kydex sheath. I’m very good at making quality leather sheaths, mostly because I’ve made dozens of them. I’ve made hundreds of “perfection” Foxy Tucks; and I’m very happy with the fit & function of Kydex/leather holsters (and so are hundreds of customers). [...]
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How to get a DEAL on a gun

On February 6, 2014 By Thomas E
Getting a good deal on a firearm SUMMARY of saving money on firearms: Online Gun classifieds like utahgunexchange.com Buy online, ship to FFL. gunbroker.com, budsgunshop.com and slickguns.com Sales, employee coupons/pricing NRA Instructor discount for firearms. These discounts are worth getting your basic NRA Instructor for $25, helping the scouts out. Ruger, Savage, Henry, SW [...]
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Cowboy gun recommendations

On January 10, 2014 By Thomas E
So, you want to get into Cowboy Action Shooting (CAS)! For CAS you basically need:  two single action revolvers a lever action rifle pump shotgun PROS of CAS: FUN, low-key/low stress. The other competitors love to offer you tips and helps! Great for the WHOLE family Stress of the clock and competition…embarrassment etc. Help you [...]
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XDs Considerations

On January 10, 2014 By Thomas E
Many of my readers know I prefer the xd/xdm over glock. Both are awesome and both are highly recommended by me. Shoot both and pick whichever you prefer. Ideally, you would take your choice to a professional handgun class.  For details, on WHY I prefer the XDm, see my article: http://libertyfoxdefense.com/selecting-the-correct-handgun/     [...]
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Ruger 10/22 mods

On January 9, 2014 By Thomas E
Thomas’ Ruger 10/22 mods and recommendations. Philosophy of use (POU): not initial/nor beginner training rifle(first trainer should be a bolt action 22 IMO, so as they don’t just keep pulling the trigger, each shot counts—once they understand/do that, then they can move up to a ruger 10-22/semi-auto 22. This list will help you [...]
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HAM Radio Quick Start

On November 23, 2013 By Thomas E
Here is the handout of a recent FREE HAM Radio Class I presented for my friends/neighbors/community. HAM RADIO EQUIPMENT REVIEWS: http://www.eham.net/reviews/  WHERE/WHAT TO BUY? murs-radio.com (I’ve ordered from Rob several times). Check out the dakota alert systems, they are awesome SECURITY….even in grid down. http://www.hamradio.com (HAM Radio outlet) — [...]
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Protected: Dry Practice

On October 2, 2013 By Thomas E
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Gearing up for a handgun class

On September 25, 2013 By Thomas E
SUMMARY: This article will help you prepare for an upcoming handgun class. Here I’ll be talking about the pros/cons of different gear and a good cost/benefit ratio for your investment. WHAT IS THE MOST EXPENSIVE gun, training or gear? The most expensive gun is the one you do NOT have and it costs you your [...]
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Freedom Rifle

On August 28, 2013 By Thomas E
Abstract A Freedom Rifle is an American Legacy. The Freedom Rifle is THE symbol of American Freedom.  Rifleman past/present show the ideal of of honor, skill, discipline and sacrifice for one’s posterity(doing difficult things for their grandchildren..born and unborn). A Freedom Rifle such as the AR 15 is the most efficient hand held device currently [...]
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About Utah Conceal Carry Course & REFERENCE Material

On August 10, 2013 By Thomas E
ABOUT THE CFP CLASS Learn weapons manipulation, the law (State and Federal) regarding firearms and justified use of deadly force. WHAT TO BRING to the CFP Class: 1) Please bring govt issued photo ID (so we can confirm who you are, so we can transfer that information onto your application to State of Utah. 2) Bring [...]
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Selecting The Correct Handgun

On August 10, 2013 By Thomas E
SUMMARY/ABSTRACT: Many of my students ask my professional opinion on gear selection. Based on my “mileage” and understanding I often find myself recommending Glocks OR XDs/XDMs.  I also recommend they TRY a Glock, XD/xdm and a S&W M&P before they buy.   IF there was one perfect gun, there would be ONE. Your primary factors [...]
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Daily Carry Recommendations

On August 10, 2013 By Thomas E
by ThomasE I have EXTENSIVE mileage with these products and I can recommend them without hesitation! I stake my reputation on this gear. I KNOW you will be happy with this gear!     GUN: Your firearm of choice. For me it is usually a kel tec pf9 or S&W shield. (AND spare magazine). Other days, I’ll [...]
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