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Post by norseman on Jul 18, 2021 12:22:31 GMT 10
If there is one area where the US Military universally excel I believe it is SERE Training. SERE = Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape, (also known as Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Extraction in some Allied Nations such as the UK). The US Vietnam era POW / MIA movement, its history and legacy have helped to ensure sustained development and evolution in SERE Doctrine, Training and Equipment through to the present day.
In my opinion there is much value in civilian “preppers” / “survivalists” taking relevant SERE skills and tools and use them to enhance their capabilities for the purposes of bugging out, escaping from imminent danger or evading in a potentially hostile (non-permissive) environment. However as with all things the wise words of Bruce Lee should apply……….. “Adapt what is useful, reject what is useless, and add what is specifically your own”.
I particularly like what these SERE trained and qualified individuals are offering right now:-
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Post by frostbite on Jul 18, 2021 13:02:24 GMT 10
That air force chic takes a swag camping and says it's minimalistic? I thought I was being soft because I used a foam mat under my hootchie. Now I understand why that rock hard special forces ADG at Camp Carnage insisted we light a campfire when we set up an ambush on the pig dam.
That was the night a certain doc, who shall remian nameless, put a condom on the handle of my entrenching tool and gave me recurring nightmares for years.
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Post by norseman on Jul 18, 2021 13:27:33 GMT 10
That air force chic takes a swag camping and says it's minimalistic? I thought I was being soft because I used a foam mat under my hootchie. Now I understand why that rock hard special forces ADG at Camp Carnage insisted we light a campfire when we set up an ambush on the pig dam. That was the night a certain doc, who shall remian nameless, put a condom on the handle of my entrenching tool and gave me recurring nightmares for years. I thought you would like that one! It was included to address the whole sphere! That Truth Duty Valour series is pretty good too if you are short of something to watch in lockdown!
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Post by norseman on Jul 18, 2021 14:18:13 GMT 10
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Post by frostbite on Jul 18, 2021 14:29:00 GMT 10
I might have to practice SERE when I get home from the shop. Just as I was driving out my driveway I saw my Mrs deep in conversation with my Viet supermodel girlfriend from across the road.
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Post by norseman on Jul 21, 2021 8:14:54 GMT 10
Ivarr Bergmann is back! Ivarr is one serious "loose unit" and I mean that in the nicest, most respectful way! I've been watching this bloke and his various forums, YT Channels and web pages for a lot of years. Ivarr truly walks the walk and talks the talk with Escape & Evasion and thus you'll find his Web presence will disappear for a time only to comeback when and where you least expect it! I guess you could call it Cyber Counter-Tracking and he does it very well. This bloke is not into militias, anti gooberment or right wing extremism etc, his focus is purely Survival, Escape and Evasion and he loathes wannabes and time waster faarkwits! Ivarr is one of those truly think outside the box type individuals. I don't agree with everything Ivarr says or does but I totally respect his skill and methods of improvisation, adaption and making the most with what you've got!
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Post by malewithatail on Jul 21, 2021 8:40:36 GMT 10
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Post by Stealth on Jul 22, 2021 18:33:52 GMT 10
That air force chic takes a swag camping and says it's minimalistic? I thought I was being soft because I used a foam mat under my hootchie. My swag is twice the size of that one at least. I figured out a long damn time ago that my back doesn't give five fifths of feck all whether or not I look hard. I'm sleeping on the best option I have available and buddies can all piss and whinge about it all night long. I'll be mountain-goating up the hillside the next morning when everyone's still sooking about their soggy sleeping bags . I've spent my time sleeping upright in the rain. I'll take the swag thanks chums. Hahahaha!
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Post by frostbite on Jul 22, 2021 19:00:03 GMT 10
Do you hump that swag whilst mountain-goating up that hillside?
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Post by Stealth on Jul 23, 2021 15:17:58 GMT 10
Do you hump that swag whilst mountain-goating up that hillside? Oi, stow it. I'm not one of your Vietnamese backpackers! Oh wait, not that kind of humping... As you were. Lmao.
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Post by malewithatail on Aug 2, 2021 11:15:23 GMT 10
Gun control means....... Men of the West Supports Gun Control APRIL 10, 2018 CULTURE/FIREARMS 6 MINS READ After much deliberation, discussion, and maybe a few fist fights, we here at Men of the West have decided that we are strict supporters of gun control. This might surprise you, but please read on and feel free to leave comments if you disagree. Gun Control Means: …having a good stance and a good grip. This helps you maintain control of your weapon at all times. Practice different stances because there are different situations in which you might be called on to use your God given right to defend yourself. Gun Control Means: …practice, practice, practice. This idea should be with you at all times. Practice at the range. Practice in a tactical bay. Get some snap caps and practice at home. Practice drawing, practice aiming, practice with friends and family. Don’t think you know it all, be open to instruction and improvement. Build that muscle memory so you don’t fumble when you might be called upon to defend yourself, your family or your property from the godless heathens lurking about. Gun Control Means: Keep your gun(s) in good working order. Sure, they might fire if they’re a little rusty, dusty or worn, but do you really want to take that chance? Regular cleaning and inspections not only keep your firearms in good working order, you become familiar with them on a deeper level and if something does go wrong when the communist hordes are advancing, you’ll know how to take care of it. Gun Control Means: …situational awareness. Always be aware of your surroundings. We can’t all be on our guard 100% of the time, but when you’re out in public train yourself to look for threats. It takes a conscious effort but after awhile it will become automatic. That way, if you ever have to draw your weapon in public you’ll already be aware of your environment and who’s around before you sling lead at a soon to be ex-criminal. Gun Control Means: …keeping a cool head. Anger has no place in gun fight. Keep a cool head, put your emotions aside and concentrate on the task at hand. DON’T FREAK OUT. That’s harder for some to get under control than others. But if you’re panicky or overly emotional (anger, fear, etc) you’re not going to make good decisions and you’ll be an easier target for the scumbags trying to put you down. Gun Control Means: …teaching your kids firearms safety. If you teach your kids about firearms starting when their little, it will take away a lot of the mystery and they’re far less likely to try to mess with them on the sly when you’re not around. And when they’re old enough, teach them to actually shoot. There are quite a few stories out there of younger kids defending their homes and families from murderous swine with firearms when their parents were unable to for some reason. Gun Control Means: …having good trigger discipline. “Keep your booger hook off the bang switch,” as you’ve probably heard. In a recent viral video, a woman racks the slide of a pistol in a car with two other people in it and she had her finger on the trigger and shot her friend in the head. Don’t put your finger on the trigger until you’re ready to fire. PERIOD. Don’t be like the infamous gun grabbing Communist, Dianne Feinstein. Gun Control Means: …knowing that sometimes, violence is the answer. Sometimes, to ensure the safety of innocents, you have to use violence so be prepared as much as possible. Also know when violence is not the answer. There are times when it’s best to just clear out; you have to know when NOT to pull the trigger on some deserving felon also. Gun Control Means: …knowing how many rounds you have until you’re empty. You don’t want the dreaded ‘click’ sound when you need it the most. Maybe you’re not carrying that extra mag that day or it’s otherwise inaccessible. Don’t get caught short on ammo when someone needs to be fast-tracked to judgement day. Gun Control Means: …choosing the right gun for the right situation. You don’t want to pull out your S&W .44 Magnum and start blasting away at some nimble home invader that was just starting to get his life together as he runs through your home so he can escape and go to college. No, you need something appropriate for in-home defense. Shotguns are great for home defense even though you might end up with some repair bills. There are lots of different types of firearms and it’s good to have variety to choose from depending on the situation. There are many other gun control measures that Men of the West endorses, but we’ll leave it at that for now. If all of this is new to you, get educated. Find a friend that knows this stuff better and start training. www.menofthewest.net/men-of-the-west-supports-gun-control/Energizer bunny arrested, charged with battery.
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Post by stevo on Aug 3, 2021 1:03:54 GMT 10
Regard to Ivarr Bergmann is back!
Hey man good for those climates but is there similar dudes teaching stuff like this for aus, like i cant see myself donning the gear us and canadians do. I suppose how they clothe would be enough to keep warm in an aussie night scenario and layer down during the day somewhat somehow.
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Post by norseman on Aug 3, 2021 4:54:52 GMT 10
Regard to Ivarr Bergmann is back!
Hey man good for those climates but is there similar dudes teaching stuff like this for aus, like i cant see myself donning the gear us and canadians do. I suppose how they clothe would be enough to keep warm in an aussie night scenario and layer down during the day somewhat somehow.
stevo, Hey man the gear is not the focus, it's the mindset and skills that are the critical element here! Having said that your equipment and clothing selection should be driven by 1) The "Environment" and 2) The "Journey"!
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Post by stevo on Aug 3, 2021 21:43:07 GMT 10
Regard to Ivarr Bergmann is back!
Hey man good for those climates but is there similar dudes teaching stuff like this for aus, like i cant see myself donning the gear us and canadians do. I suppose how they clothe would be enough to keep warm in an aussie night scenario and layer down during the day somewhat somehow.
stevo, Hey man the gear is not the focus, it's the mindset and skills that are the critical element here! Having said that your equipment and clothing selection should be driven by 1) The "Environment" and 2) The "Journey"! to true man, like you nailed it. Im just thinking where i am we dont really get much of a winter anymore, i wore tracky dacks and a short sleaves shirt through winter here while working on outdoor jobs, plumbing and xxx work like that, like gumboots with trackies lol. All this new fangled workwear with heat zones are just xxx sales marketing, like i say to some blokes take a teaspoon of cement in ya coffee and harden the @#$% up? Agree millitary stuff is different, my bro gave me a cool smock ages ago, digi cam one for a really cold nights you could just live in that thing. Moderated, language
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Post by norseman on Sept 6, 2021 4:10:42 GMT 10
This bloke is good value! He puts a lot of thought and effort into what he produces!
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Post by norseman on Oct 9, 2021 13:49:52 GMT 10
I've literally spent hundreds of nights sleeping under Australian Army Issue Hoochies for both work and play. A long time ago I swapped out the Hoochie for US Issue Woodland Ponchos which back in the day were like $15 a piece for Grade A1! This bloke's plow point shelter configuration is exactly what I use and his no BS, simple and concise demonstration is probably the best I've found on the net! The only difference is that I use a thin OD Bungee cord to pitch rather than Bank Line or Paracord.
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Post by frostbite on Oct 10, 2021 18:41:21 GMT 10
I've literally spent hundreds of nights sleeping under Australian Army Issue Hoochies for both work and play. A long time ago I swapped out the Hoochie for US Issue Woodland Ponchos which back in the day were like $15 a piece for Grade A1! This bloke's plow point shelter configuration is exactly what I use and his no BS, simple and concise demonstration is probably the best I've found on the net! The only difference is that I use a thin OD Bungee cord to pitch rather than Bank Line or Paracord. Good times hey Norseman.
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Post by lost on Oct 10, 2021 23:32:21 GMT 10
I dont mind the hoochie, they are a bit bigger than a poncho, but for minimalist carry the poncho is the way to go for sure. If im going real lightweight ill just take a biv, sleep bag, small silnylon tarp and a ground mat but might swap out the tarp for one of these ponchos.
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