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Seven Tips For Safe Summer Travel - QuickTips #52

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Krista gives us seven tips to keep us safe while traveling this summer.

Do your research before you go
Locate State Department in a foreign country

Don't draw attention to yourself
Don't look like "the tourist"
Be careful who you approach
Invest in clothing designed to thwart pick pockets

Make copies of important documents
Passport
ID
Driver's license

Keep trusted family and friends updated
Send itinerary 
Check in regularly

Be wary of public wifi & charging stations
Many in airports are compromised
Carry your own chargers
Use a VPN

Safeguard your hotel room
Doors & windows locked
Block the door from the inside
Do not open the door for anyone
Even those that say they work for hotel
Verify w/ desk

Be very aware of your surroundings
Protect your belongings
Don't indicate that you are traveling alone
Make authorities aware of suspicious activities
Look into travel insurance & riders for health insurance

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Question: Do you have a survival axe? How about a machete, or even a pocketknife? Do you have a hatchet or a tomahawk? Why do you need more than one large bladed tool? We'll tell you in this episode.
 
Topic: AXES, MACHETES, HATCHETS, TOMAHAWKS, AND SHARPENING OUR BLADES

Hatchet:
A hatchet is small, lightweight axe, ideal for chopping small branches and splitting kindling. It is easy to carry and can be used with one hand. 

Camp Axe
The camp axe is a medium-sized axe, more suitable for chopping larger branches and even splitting small logs. It is heavier than a hatchet and requires two hands to use. 

Tomahawk:
The tomahawk is a very versatile tool, and can be used for chopping, cutting, and even throwing. It is lightweight and easy to carry.
The head of the tomahawk usually has a blade on one end, and a pick on the other. It is a VERY popular choice for survivalists because of its light weight, versatility, and the ability to use it as a defensive weapon.

Splitting Maul
This is a very heavy-duty axe designed for splitting firewood or large logs.
It is heavy, thick, has a wedge-shaped head that can deliver a powerful blow. 

Tactical Axe
This is the traditional axe that is designed for self-defense and combat situations.
It typically has a sharp, pointed head and a sturdy handle. 

Felling Axe:
Heavy axe used for chopping down trees.
It has a long handle and a sharp, curved blade that is designed to cut through wood fibers. This is available as a single-bit (single cutting edge) or a double-bit (two cutting edges) axe.

Broad Axe
This large, heavy axe is used for shaping logs and timbers.
It has a wide, flat blade that is designed to remove large amounts of wood with each stroke.   

Machete
A machete is basically a long knife designed for chopping or hacking through heavy brush.

Here are some key things to look for in a machete:
Blade material
Get a high-quality blade made from durable materials such as carbon steel or stainless steel. A good blade will hold its edge well and resist rust and corrosion. 

Blade length
Machete blades can be around 12 inches in length, or even over 24 inches.
Choose a length that is appropriate for your needs. 

Blade thickness
The thicker the machete blade is, the more durable and better suited it will be for heavy-duty tasks such as chopping through thick vegetation.
A thinner blade will be lighter and easier to handle for more precise tasks. 

Handle material
Look for a comfortable, non-slip handle that provides a good grip.
Handles made from materials such as rubber or textured plastic are ideal.

A Good Sheath
You’ll need a good sheath to protect your machete when not in use and to make it easier, and safer, to carry.
Look for a sheath made from durable materials that fits your machete securely.   

Let’s touch on buying a good pocket knife.
Here are some things to consider when buying a pocket knife: 

Blade Material
The blade material is one of the most important factors to consider when buying a good pocket knife.
Look for a knife with a high-quality steel blade that is durable and holds a sharp edge.
Some popular blade materials include stainless steel, carbon steel, and Damascus steel. 

Blade Shape
Different blade shapes are designed for different tasks.
For example, a drop point blade is great for general use, and a Tanto blade is ideal for piercing and slicing. 

Handle Material
Be sure that your knife is comfortable to hold and provides a good grip. 
Some popular handle materials include wood, bone, and synthetic materials like G10 or m

"Just as the title says, we are discussing  "Bad Habits, Bad Strategies, And Bad Mindsets That Could Get You Killed"

Here are some of the ones we discuss:

Bad habits
Focusing only on one type of disaster
Not having a plan
Relying solely on stockpiling, or just buying gear to have
Ignoring physical fitness
Not practicing your plan

Bad strategies
"I’ll just go into the woods and live off the land"
"I’ll bug out on foot to the mountains – even though I don’t regularly exercise"
"I don’t need a group, I will go it alone"
"I’ll just take whatever I need from those who have stocked up"

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Having a knife and other bladed tools is essential for prepping for several reasons.

When it comes to knives and other bladed tools there are a few key types that you should consider having in your prepping kit, some for EDC, some for GHB, some for home, some for home or long-term recovery.

REASONS AND USES:

 1. Cutting and Preparing Food:
A knife is an essential tool for preparing food, whether you're hunting, fishing, or foraging. 

2. Self-Defense: In a survival situation, a knife can be used for self-defense. 
Having a knife can give you an added sense of security.  

3. Building Shelter:
A knife can be used to cut branches and other materials to build a shelter. This is essential for staying warm and dry in a survival situation.  

4. Starting Fires:
A knife can be used to create sparks on a ferro rod for starting fires, which is essential for cooking food, staying warm, and signaling for help. 

5. First Aid:
A knife can be used to cut bandages and other materials for first aid, or making a splint or walking stick  

There are two basic types of knives, the fixed blade knife, and the folding knife.

Fixed Blade Knife:
You do want a full tang knife. That it one that the fixed blade that extends all the way through the handle. Otherwise handle and blade can separate.

Folding Knife:
A compact knife that can be easily carried in your pocket or backpack. 
It is designed for EDC

Machete:
Has a long, curved blade and used for clearing brush and chopping through thick vegetation. It is ideal camping, hiking, and survival situations.

Tactical Knife:
Designed for self-defense and tactical situations, it is typically made of high-quality steel, and can be either xefixed blade or folding blade.
It is designed for quick deployment in self-defense situations.

Multi-Tool:
This is a versatile tool that includes a knife blade and other tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, scissors, bottle/can opener, awl, wire stripper, file, and or a serrated knife.
It is designed for EDC   

Finally, don't forget about a good set of kitchen knives. These are essential for preparing food, and can also be used for other tasks around the house. Look for knives with high-quality blades and comfortable handles

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In this episode of QuickTips Krista discusses sixteen more very useful foods that many preppers may have overlooked, and explains uncommon uses for some.

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In this episode, we have Eric Smith in the studio discussing protecting our information online, and discussing  artificial intelligence and ways it can be used.

It is exciting technology and yet scary at the same time. 

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In this episode, we discuss the difference in a go-bag, a get-home bag, a bug-out bag, and an INCH bag, as well what we might have in them.

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QuickTips  # 50,  " Seventeen Foods Many Preppers May Have Overlooked"

In this episode of QuickTips Krista discusses seventeen very useful foods that many preppers may have overlooked, and explains uncommon uses for some.

E-mail to us any tips you would like to share to [email protected]

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Episode # 376 "We're Becoming Digital Zombies - Identifying And Dealing With Device Addiction"

In this episode, we discuss the dependence we, and others,  have on our digital devices. Not only does it cause problems now, but will be devastating in a major SHTF.

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Episode # 375 "Stormy Weather, April 27, 2011, And The Coming Of Arlene"

In this episode, we discuss the events of April 27, 2011 across the southeast where three hundred sixty two tornadoes across April 26th through 28th. Two hundred and fifty-two were killed in Alabama alone.

We also discuss the fact that the Atlantic  hurricane season starts June 1st. We cover preparations we can make now, if we live in a hurricane prone area. Many things we discuss are only are useful for hurricane preparations, but for tornado, snow storms, power outages, or even lockdowns.

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