Why I do Hard Things

When I was preparing for the April Norwegian Foot March (NFM), I was telling my son about the training and … Continue reading Why I do Hard Things

Norwegian Foot March After Action

On April 4th, I completed my first Norwegian Foot March (Marsjmerket). For those of you who are not familiar, you … Continue reading Norwegian Foot March After Action

Read Part 1 here! Read Part 2 here! WHAT THE COURSE MEANS TO ME If it’s hard to describe what … Continue reading Basic Parachuting Course: Part 3

Read Part 1 here! The Round Canopy Parachuting Team Basic Parachuting Course isn’t just for prior military. There were a … Continue reading Basic Parachuting Course: Part 2

Since I was a child, I’ve had a fear of heights and a fear of falling. So, naturally, I decided … Continue reading Basic Parachuting Course: Part 1

Recently, I had the chance to attend Beaufort County Community College’s Drone Assembly Workshop. From their course description: This is … Continue reading Beaufort CCC Drone Assembly Workshop AAR

Is the KommandoStore Eighty Four Bandolier worth it? Or is it a prime example of why you don’t shop online … Continue reading KommandoStore Eighty Four Bandolier

Introduction: Preparedness Is Not New Preparedness is often treated as a modern trend—something driven by recent disasters, supply-chain disruptions, or … Continue reading Civil Defense in America: History, Decline, and Modern Relevance

As we head into the new year I wanted to share some of what I view as my accomplishments for … Continue reading 2025 Year in Review & 2026 Goals

Today we’re going to continue in the drone series by talking about my initial drone chest rig. As with any … Continue reading My Lightweight Loadout for Carrying a Small Drone