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Tactical Neighborhood Watch - Security and Self-sufficiency following a Life Altering Event (SHTF)

Tactical Neighborhood Watch - Security and Self-sufficiency following a Life Altering Event  (SHTF)

A Tactical Neighborhood Team (TNT) is an inner-circle of trusted neighbors who coordinate together to quickly respond to community threats and provide ongoing defensive measures following a LAE (widespread civil unrest, depleted LE, foreign invasion, societal collapse, etc).
Recruit potential members by foreign a baseline through first developing relationships through NWP/NERT (or friendly over the fence conversations). Approach the topic wi...

Situation Awareness for Home Security and Counter Surveillance

Situation Awareness for Home Security and Counter Surveillance

Observe signs that reveal your house or neighborhood are under surveillance. Here are 6 cues that might mean you're a target.

SHTF Window Security Shutters and Homestead Defense

SHTF Window Security Shutters and Homestead Defense

Consider "working" window shutters. They can still look decorative but actually serve a purpose by protecting from storms and intruders alike. This is just one aspect of hardening your homestead as it relates to security and self defense. Let's take a lo...

5 Guns every Prepper should own.

5 Guns every Prepper should own.

Your gun should be one in which you're comfortable and proficient. The threat and scenario you're planning for may dictate the weapon system you choose. Carry a primary and secondary weapon on your person and vehicle. Your handgun should be concealed and your rifle should be in your vehicle if needed. A shotgun...