Defense

As ugly as it may be to think about it, it’s nevertheless a reality that the world is a full of violence.

And unfortunatley, you can be involved in a violent encounter whether you solicit it or not. There are hundreds of examples of people affected by terrorism, gang violence, riots, and flash mob violence just by being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Because of this, defending and securing ourselves against this violence is one of the 5 most currencies of life, and an aspect of preparedness that requires a multi-layered approach.

Personal Defense

Each of us needs to be confident that we can protect and defend ourselves against personal attacks, whether armed or unarmed. This requires both mental and physical training in both weapons and hand-to-hand combat.

Home Defense

A home invasion is a scary thing, and something that needs to be carefully prepared for. With some focused planning ahead of time however, there are several steps that can be taken to defending our homes–both passively and actively.

Identity Protection

Identity Protection is a third tier of security, that is perhaps often overlooked. Although attacks against your identity usually do not begin physically, they often result in kidnapping, home invasions, assault, robberies, hostage situations, and other crimes against your person. And in addition to these crimes against person, identity crimes typically involve theft, impersonation, and other fraud.

Take the steps you can today to protect your identity!

Check out the following prepisodes for topics related to protection and defense:

Last week we made a new addition to the family–a Remington 870 Wingmaster, with an 18.5″ barrel. I bought it used for $250, from a

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Most people would agree that a good prepper should stockpile ammunition. But as we know all too well, ammo is hard to come by these

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As some of you guys know, Joel Skousen’s book Strategic Relocation points out several reasons why high population density areas are especially volatile and vulnerable

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You ever stop and ask yourself “Why carry a knife?” Day after day, as we’re heading out the door, we grab our keys, wallets and

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Last Friday, I picked up a new little EDC knife… the Kershaw Skyline. I was at Blade HQ’s 10th anniversary and storefront grand opening party.

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Ever since the “Post-Sandy Hook” firearms craziness began, I’ve seen a bunch of bumper stickers and shirts in support of the 2nd Amendment. Many of

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So I just heard about “The Citadel“, a newly announced survival community, being planned in the St. Maries Idaho area.  It’s goal is to give

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As many of you know, I recently purchased a Smith & Wesson M&P (Military & Police) 9mm, in the compact frame size. Due to the

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Recently finished reading the book Prepper’s Home Defense by Jim Cobb. REALLY good book! It covers several topics related to security that a prepper would

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I recently met up with my buddy Seth, founder of UtahGuns.com for an inside look at why he started the site, upcoming events, giveaways, and

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While reading the book “Prepper’s Home Defense” I’ve been going over the section on “safe rooms.” A safe room is basically a room within your

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Because I was on my way back from SHOT show, I missed the Guns Across America “Gun Appreciation Day.” It’s ironic and it makes me

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If you guys haven’t seen Mr. Colion Noir yet, you need to check him out! Firearms reviews, footage from the field, but best of all–some

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As many of you know, last week I picked up my first handgun. I went with a Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Compact (Military and

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The Bob Costas comments about the Jovan Belcher shootings and gun control last Sunday still have me burned up. Yesterday, I was in yet another

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Here’s one disaster you might not have considered in your preps… A lawsuit. Yes, a good old fashioned lawsuit can be devastating to life as

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For today’s Gear Review Wednesday, I thought I’d show you guys one of the rifles that Desert Tactical Arms manufacturers. The SRS (Stealth Recon Scout)

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As some of you know, I recently began working with a firearms manufacturer in Salt Lake City. Desert Tactical Arms, manufactures extremely high end precision

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Hey guys…today I’m kind of cheating… I’m about 67 hours into my 72 hours without electricity challenge. Today I really had to get some work

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In today’s BOWM, I throw to a YouTube channel that I’ve found recently–Never Enuff Ammo. Never Enuff Ammo, is an awesome resource for anybody looking

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Even though it’s important that we prepare, it’s even more important is that we act. I WILL ACT is a movement that I found recently,

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Last night between 2 and 3 am, there was a break in and  shooting down the street from my house! A man apparently walked from

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In today’s BOWM, I throw to the Low Tech Combat project, and specifically The Human Combative Behavior Manifesto. The HCBM is a 44 page free

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On December 15, 2011, Liberty died. The United States Senate approved a bill known as the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) by an passing rate

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In today’s “Gear Review Wednesday”, instead of reviewing one specific piece of gear, I make the case for having your personal document shredder. Although it

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It’s “Field Trip Friday”, and today’s a special one. Throughout my journey as an urbivalist, I’ve slowly begun to realize that knowing how to defend

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Happy Veteran’s Day! As mentioned, I have my sister and brother in law in town for the weekend. In exchange for putting him up for

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It’s “Gear Review Wednesday”, and this time, I’m giving you an up close and personal look at my trusty EDC knife, the Gerber Paraframe 1. 

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Happy Halloween! In today’s “Best of Web Monday”, I have a couple really cool resources to pass along: www.animatedknots.com–shows you how to tie virtually ANY

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Field Trip Friday! Remember Seth from Utah Guns? (appeared in films such as Prepisode 34) Well, I recently got an invite from him to go shoot.

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We live and die by the paper trail.  Certifications, documents, account numbers, and all kinds of other information allow us to navigate the waters of

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The Border Guard folder is definitely not the prettiest in the bunch.  Plus it’s too heavy and long to be a good EDC knife. But

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Field trip Friday! This time, to talk a little firearms with my good friend Seth, of utahguns.com. If you still have not dipped a toe

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It doesn’t have to be called a war for there to be violence. There doesn’t have to be soldiers, tanks or even guns. The Tottenham riots

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Who would win in a fight–you or the other guy? As unfortunate as it is, violent crime is part of our existence. Assaults, rape, robbery,

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I am not an expert on firearms and I am not a political analyst. But I am a Patriot. And that’s all you have to

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Be careful kid, it’s a jungle out there. In our age of information, there are so many ways that technology and shortcuts make our lives

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A couple days ago, I revisited the desert island question. If I had to choose 1 cutting edge in my bug out bag, would it

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In my search to find the best urban survival fixed blade knife, I’ve come across all kinds. The debate is an ongoing on–carbon or stainless?

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Before they asked the question, they would’ve had no way of knowing the danger they were in. But I’m sure it didn’t take long afterward

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Last Thursday, I’d had enough. I’d been online trying to figure out my credit card balances for the last hour, only to be roadblocked every

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