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Posted on July 12, 2012 by freedomholdvp

Originally posted on tolivealovelylie:
My room mate Adam and I decided we wanted to raise egg hens, so we got 3 Ameraucanas: Louise, Thelma II, and Thunderbird. They are healthy quickly-growing chicks, and the cardboard box we brought them home…

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Leveraging Your Abundant Resources – And How To Make A Wood BBQ

Posted on July 11, 2012 by freedomholdvp

To make a fully-equipped and ready prepper base of operations or retreat you need stuff. Tons and tons of stuff. Knowledge and intestinal fortitude (defined this time as the inner will to do without creature comforts) can lesson the amount … Continue reading →

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Military Prepper Vs. Lightweight Philosopy, an Interview

Posted on June 12, 2012 by freedomholdvp

Note:  All pictures in this post are original photos by Derek Ruhland (all rights reserved) and that anyone who wants to use them for anything should contact him at derekruhland@gmail.com Prepping is a hobby that some find a bit eccentric, … Continue reading →

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Survival Potatoes

Posted on May 8, 2012 by freedomholdvp

Note: I am writing this post using the wordpress app – If it looks messed up, I’ll round back and fix it. Potatoes are an amazing source of calories, and I just found out recently super-fricken-easy to grow. The process … Continue reading →

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Painting Your Tomahawk… The Cheap Ass Way

Posted on April 24, 2012 by freedomholdvp

A while ago I posted a blog on how to paint your rifle, the cheap ass way (HERE) with detailed instructions on a way to paint your rifle. I wanted to demonstrate another way to paint “tactical” gear, and took … Continue reading →

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BBC TRANSCRIPT TO BE USED IN WAKE OF NUCLEAR ATTACK

Posted on April 11, 2012 by freedomholdvp

Interesting find on the internet; this is the transcript of what would be blasted over the radio waves after a nuculear attack across the pond. Overall some good, basic information. Copy of document BBC TRANSCRIPT TO BE USED IN WAKE … Continue reading →

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The .44 Magnum Revolver – The Perfect Long-Term Survival Firearm?

Posted on April 10, 2012 by freedomholdvp

This is my argument on why I think the 44 magnum revolver COULD be the perfect survival firearm. Now, before you decide that I have lost my marbles and need serious help – let me lay out my thoughts. I … Continue reading →

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Thoughts On PM’s And The Bartering Cycle

Posted on April 3, 2012 by freedomholdvp

Precious Metals evoke strong reactions from many people. To some, they are our only chance for free trade and commerce; to others they are a fools game and will only serve to draw resources that could otherwise be used to … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 16, 2012 by freedomholdvp

Originally posted on The Union Creek Journal:
I’m looking out the window and the first snow of the season is falling.  The flakes are nearly as large as the tip of my thumb; they’re slushy and coming down hard and…

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Financial Freedom As A Prep?

Posted on March 15, 2012 by freedomholdvp

Financial Freedom. What an idea – being able to dictate how you live your life without the burden of having to maintain some form of employment to continue on in your present lifestyle. No, you have not wandered into a … Continue reading →

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