Table of contents for October/November #39 2020 in RECOIL OFFGRID

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On any given Saturday, hiking trails are brimming with the seasonal and accomplished hiker or the friend who was dragged along for “fresh air” and “exercise.” The wilderness doesn’t discriminate between the experienced outdoorsman and the weekend warrior on doctor’s orders to reduce blood pressure; it’ll be just as rewarding and unforgiving to both. Sadly, we hear more about the unforgiving side, as tales of lost hikers splash across headlines. Their stories either end in miracles or tragedy as they’re exposed to nature’s harshest realities. Surviving exposure to the elements boils down to one thing: preparation. Yes, that pack you spent hundreds (if not thousands) of dollars filling with survival blankets, first-aid kits, and tools is essential. However, preparation starts a little closer to the body; it starts with your…

During the class, Calderon discussed a concept he calls tertia pugna, Latin for the third fight. It separates a violent encounter into three distinct stages: The First Fight: Battling denial and the “it won’t happen to me” mindset. This requires putting aside feelings of doubt, fear, and apathy that might stop you from taking steps to prepare and train. It’s one of the hardest fights, and one that most people lose. Don’t forget that this isn’t just your fight; it also affects your family and friends. Spread out your knowledge and make them an asset. The Second Fight: The event itself, an actual fight in which someone tries to victimize you. Trust your gut if something is off, use the skills you’ve developed through training, and if you lose a…

Hana L. Bilodeau has over 15 years of law enforcement experience, serving both locally and federally. Hana spent a large part of her local career in the detective unit investigating crimes against people, predominantly sex crimes. She was well known for her interview skills of both victims and suspects garnering multiple convictions. Hana has a wealth of knowledge in a number of different defensive modalities and presently serves as director of training and special events for SIG Sauer Inc. Cath Lauria has been a women’s self-defense instructor for over 20 years, working with both Model Mugging and Fast Defense, which specialize in adrenal stress conditioning. She has multiple black belts and is a Certified Associate Instructor in Martial Blade Concepts. Rhonda Lent has been employed by a state-level law enforcement…

Many of you who are regular readers of RECOIL OFFGRID know the tactical landscape quite well by now. You could easily procure clothing and equipment of various contexts to persuade the uninformed that you have scepters of authority and special privileges. In fact, if you read “The Crimson Perception” in Issue 35, you’d have a working knowledge of how, combined with a convincing story, you could easily fool many into thinking your disguise was the real deal. What if someone used this trickery for nefarious means and attempted to pull you over in what looked like an actual squad car or law enforcement motorcycle? Their badge and clothing might appear official. How would you know if it’s an actual police officer or an imposter? What are your rights to verify…

FAMILY: Married with three children HOME: Columbus, Ohio RECOMMENDED READING LIST: The Slave Across the Street by Theresa Flores Slavery in the Land of the Free: A Student’s Guide to Modern Day Slavery by Theresa Flores and PeggySue Wells Renting Lacy: A Story of America’s Prostituted Children by Linda Smith A Seat at the Table: The Courage to Care About Trafficking by Celia Williamson THERESA’S EVERYDAY CARRY Smith & Wesson .38 Damsel in Defense purse FAVORITE SONG: “Black Water” by the Doobie Brothers FAVORITE QUOTES: 1) “Justice will prevail.” 2) “What one generation accepts, the next embraces.” PERSONAL IDOL: Mother Teresa FAVORITE PLACE TO VACATION: Vegas or the beach COKE OR PEPSI? Diet Pepsi IPHONE OR ANDROID? iPhone FAVORITE HOLIDAY: Halloween URL: www.soapproject.org…

Look outside your window. What do you see? Are you staring into the windows of a 50-story high-rise apartment building? Are you looking at your neighbor’s suburban, perfectly manicured front lawn? Or perhaps you live more intimately with nature, deep in the heart of the forest. Now imagine the rug of civilization has been pulled out from under you. It doesn’t have to be an EMPinduced nightmare, and you don’t have to be caught up in the throes of a civil war, localized rioting, or a political coup. It could be the chaotic destruction of a natural disaster, or simply an extended power outage. Are you confident that you can overcome the myriad obstacles an uncaring universe can throw your way? No matter what you’re feeling, by considering a worst-case…

Street Howitzer. Room Broom. Scattergun. Gauge. Twelve Iron. Brixton Typewriter. These are just some of the slang terms for one of the most misunderstood defensive weapons of the 21st century — the self-defense shotgun. For many younger or newer shooters, this class of firearm has been almost entirely written offin favor of short-barreled rifles, rifle-caliber “pistols,” and pistolcaliber carbines. This phenomenon isn’t without good reason. Low recoil, high capacity, faster reloads, and a myriad of aftermarket accessories make these alternatives highly attractive to both the novice and aficionado alike. When measured against pump-action guns, the rate of fire also becomes a factor. But the shotgun isn’t without its own advantages. Firepower per trigger press is going to be hard to beat. There’s also the ability to run buckshot, birdshot, slugs,…

Emerson Combat Systems is based around 10 core attributes, which were outlined on the course syllabus: 1. Education: Cultivating your knowledge of self-defense skills, threats, and the environment. 2. Situational Awareness: Tactical awareness of your surroundings and anyone who is close enough to cause you harm. 3. Preparation: Training in a realistic manner and building up physical fitness and endurance before a fight. 4. Bias for Action: Immediate response to a threat, as opposed to freezing. 5. Proper Mindset: All defense is offense. Accept violence and know that you will prevail. 6. Ferocious Resolve: Unflinching determination to do whatever is necessary to win the fight. 7. Gut Feel: Trust your gut survival instinct; it only exists to protect you. 8. Faith: In your abilities, your cause, and fighting the good…

Premise: This book’s theme is incredibly pertinent to what’s going on in the world. Slavery, human trafficking, sex trafficking, and kidnapping are all tied up in the events that occurred in the suburbs of America under the nose of an affluent community where “nothing bad ever happens.” This true story is one of heartache and tragedy turned into recovery and healing from a typical American girl who endured more than any human ever should, all while living at home with parents and a sibling. After managing to survive and escape, she found healing, sanctuary, and comfort in teaching others of the dangers and warning signs of sex trafficking and slavery. 411: This story follows Theresa L. Flores, a teenager who was blackmailed and forced into the world of human sex…

1 MAKE & MODEL Mustang Survival Highwater 22L Day Pack MATERIAL 70-denier PVC-free ripstop nylon fabric shell MSRP $100 URL mustangsurvival.com NOTES Whether you’re heading out on a fishing trip or bugging out during the rainy season, getting wet can be a strong possibility depending on your destination or mission. So, keeping your vital gear dry will be, well, vital. If you want something more durable than wrapping your daypack in a garbage bag, consider a waterproof backpack like the Highwater. Aside from the waterproof ripstop nylon fabric shell, its zipper-less roll-top design ensures that the main chamber stays moisture free. Plus, there are three external mesh pockets for drop-in items like water bottles or larger flashlights. For comfort on a long haul, there are slim but padded shoulder straps…

Hana L. Bilodeau has over 15 years of law enforcement experience, serving both locally and federally. Hana spent a large part of her local career in the detective unit investigating crimes against people, predominantly sex crimes. She was well known for her interview skills of both victims and suspects garnering multiple convictions. Hana has a wealth of knowledge in a number of different defensive modalities and presently serves as director of training and special events for SIG Sauer Inc. www.sigsauer.com / hana.bilodeau@ sigsauer.com / Instagram: @hana. bilodeau Jason Squires has been an attorney in Arizona for over 21 years. He has an emphasis on selfdefense and firearms cases. During his off-time, he’s an avid three-gun competitor across the country. He’s also a collector of military firearms and vehicles. You can…

“We are like a meal … when everyone’s done eating, into the dumpster we go, and nobody gives a sh*t.” This quote came from a 14-year-old girl who’d been trafficked for sex and later committed suicide by walking onto a freeway at night. Not only should this quote impress upon you this experience’s effect on the human spirit, but also the reality that you might see someone like her being trafficked every day without realizing it. It’s a world of psychological shackles. In order to lift the veil of secrecy surrounding human traf ficking, we interviewed several experts on the front lines. We hope to help you better understand how it operates and improve your ability to recognize it. In spite of what many believe, no one is immune to…

Watch any TV show about criminals and the people who catch them for long enough, and you’ll inevitably see an episode that begins like this: A lone woman out for a jog early in the morning, or drunkenly walking to her car after a night at a club, is suddenly not alone. She may not know it — she might have headphones on or be fiddling with her phone — but we, the viewers, see her stalker appear. He — burly and indistinct, maybe wearing a ski mask or hoodie — slinks out from behind a tree or a parked car and creeps up behind her, weapon in hand. She might notice him just in time for a cut-off scream, or the scene might just fade to black. The next…

“The final weapon is the brain, all else is supplementary.”– John Steinbeck Knowing how to shoot doesn’t necessarily mean you know how to fight. You might be able to drill holes in a bull’s-eye consistently at the range, but real fights generally don’t involve an assailant standing motionless, 20 yards away, in front of a dirt berm. They’re high-stress confrontations in less-than-ideal circumstances, and they often happen with only a few feet separating you from your attacker. In order to learn more about integrating shooting skills into a real self-defense situation, I attended a 1.5-day Close Contact Handgun course hosted by Independence Training in Arizona. Instructors Cecil Burch and Glen Stilson began the class at an unusual time: 7 p.m. on a Friday. As the sun set, students paired up…