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In the world of prepping and survivalism, safeguarding your essentials is paramount. One threat that often goes overlooked is the crafty skill of pickpocketing.

Threats can come from unexpected places and the importance of advanced defense systems cannot be overstated.

Survival in winter demands mastery of three essentials: proper food & water, suitable clothing, and adequate shelter.

As concerns about criminal activities and theft continue to rise, it's crucial for individuals to take proactive measures, especially during the holiday season.

For outdoors enthusiasts and survivalists, a loyal four-legged companion is not just a pet; it's a valuable ally and an integral part of the expedition. The decision to bring a dog along on outdoor adventures extends beyond mere companionship; it introduces a myriad of benefits that significantly enhance the overall experience.

Including code words in your safety plan is one crucial way to ensure the security of your family and dependents. Over the years, we've heard stories of child abduction attempts and how a 'code word' has saved the child from experiencing a terrible event that may haunt them for life.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a multi-step digital authentication process which requires the user to provide two or more pieces of information – in addition to a password or pin – to gain access to online resources, such as your bank account or work applications as a way to reduce the likelihood of a data breach.

There is a new gun law taking place in the state of Florida beginning July 1, 2023. Passed into law in April 2023, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 543 and Senate Bill 150, changing the requirements for gun carry permits. It is no longer required that persons need a permit to carry a concealed firearm in Florida, nor do they require training or background check.

One of the most common and devastating natural disasters in the southern US is hurricanes. Living in Florida means being well-prepared for these powerful storms and addressing critical concerns for boat owners in hurricane-prone regions is vital.

People now have more passwords than ever, thanks to the evolution of technology and our reliance on all things electronic. Remembering the ever-expanding set of passwords has become nearly impossible. Therefore, the use of Password Managers is becoming a popular concept.

Desperation brings out the worst in humanity, maybe even more than greed. When forced into a survival situation, people are capable of committing acts they would never have otherwise considered.

The ability to identify misinformation and propaganda on the internet can save you from unnecessary stress and anxiety. Misinformation and propaganda are powerful tools people with little or no integrity use to polarize public opinion and promote violence, extremism, and hate speech.

The windows, and the back door are not the only places burglars can get into your home and life. The ultimate “backdoor” is the security lapses in with your internet, your cyberspace.

As technology progresses, phishing and hacking attempts are ever growing. Getting caught by a Phisher-man can happen to anyone who has access to technology, especially those that do not know the proper signs and precautions.

Don’t you find it quite amazing and a little disturbing how unique ads are sent to you about an item you talked about or searched for online? This phenomenon has become frequent and too spot on to be a coincidence. The simple truth is, once you are on the internet, you are being monitored, and your relevant information is generally used to make your internet experience more pleasurable and worthwhile.

To think someone else can assume your identity and access your most private information and resources is scary. Thankfully, there are many ways to prevent this from happening to you.

In life, you're told to stand out from the crowd, but in a SHTF scenario, that's the last thing you want to do. Instead you want to blend-in and be unnoticed.

Most normal people do not intentionally walk into a life-threatening situation like an active shooting scene. Scenarios like this are unpredictable and creep up on you with little to no warning. Hopefully, you never have to encounter this, but if you do, it is important to be armed with the proper knowledge.

House fire prevention begins with understanding the most common causes of house fires and taking precautions to avoid these situations.

While you can survive a few nights out in the open during the warm summer months, it isn’t an option once the temperature begins to drop. Shelter generally means staying out of the elements, but it also includes the ability to stay warm and dry.