Author Wild Bill

A former rocket scientist (really) who has traveled the world, father, freedom lover, hates to stay indoors, and loves wild places, people and things. PC challenged, irreverent but always relevant and always looking to learn new things.

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What is Your Self-Quarantine Plan?

March 25, 2020 6

With much of the U.S. finding itself in increasing lockdowns due to the Coronavirus and…

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How Are You Faring?

March 19, 2020 9

There’s no doubt that the Coronavirus and COVID-19 are having an affect on what used…

The Coronavirus/COVID-19 has caused a lot of chaos in recent weeks. Countries have closed their borders, governments have restricted the movement of their citizens, and in the United States, city mayors have restricted people from gathering in groups of more than 50 (as of this date, March 16, 2020).

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March 16, 2020 2

The Coronavirus/COVID-19 has caused a lot of chaos in recent weeks. Countries have closed their…

About 8 weeks ago, we were hearing of a respiratory virus going around China. A short time later, the Chinese government essentially locked down the country in order to help halt the spread of the Coronavirus. If you want to see the latest maps and information on the COVID-19 outbreak, The Johns Hopkins University and Worldometer have near real time information on cases, locations and outcomes.

Coronavirus, Prepping and the Future

March 12, 2020 12

About 8 weeks ago, we were hearing of a respiratory virus going around China. A…

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Who Needs an AR-15, Anyway?

February 24, 2020 0

Recoilweb recently published a good article about the probabilities of unlikely events, The Surprisingly Solid…

The Corona virus (COVID-19) is all over the news, with plenty of fear-mongering spread among the analysis and good information. Because of that, I don’t think there’s a lot for me to write about this without spending a ton of time digging into it or coming up with conspiracy theories.

Corona Virus Mapping

February 21, 2020 0

The Corona virus (COVID-19) is all over the news, with plenty of fear-mongering spread among…

Virginia Democrats: "We’re passing the most draconian anti-gun measures in the nation!"

Arizona 2nd Amendment News

February 13, 2020 8

Virginia Democrats: “We’re passing the most draconian anti-gun measures in the nation!” Arizona Democrats: “Hold…

After weeks of preparation, thousands of gun-rights supporters, including leaders from the Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL) and Gun Owners of America are gathering at Virginia’s state capitol square for Lobby Day.

Gun Rights Rally in Virginia

January 20, 2020 2

After weeks of preparation, thousands of gun-rights supporters, including leaders from the Virginia Citizens Defense…

The Virginia legislature went full-blown communist with a bill that would outlaw indoor shooting ranges except if in a government building.

Virginia vows to shut down all gun ranges

January 7, 2020 25

The Virginia legislature went full-blown communist with a bill that would outlaw indoor shooting ranges except if in a government building.

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Happy New Year

December 31, 2019 1

So Long, 2019. Hello 2020. As we at The Prepper Journal look back at 2019,…

U.S. Constitution Preamble

Virginia Gun Control Law Update

December 30, 2019 9

Virginia threatens gun control laws and local governments say they won’t enforcement. Virginia’s AG says they can’t refuse. GOA and VCDL say he’s wrong.

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Remembering Y2K

December 26, 2019 5

Anyone else remember Y2k with fondness? What did you do to prepare?

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah from all of us at The Prepper Journal

Merry Christmas & Happy Hanukkah

December 22, 2019 0

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah from all of us at The Prepper Journal

U.S. Constitution Preamble

Can Virginia’s Governor Actually Use the National Guard to Enforce Gun Laws?

December 20, 2019 1

Can the Virginia Governor use the National Guard to enforce gun control laws?

I am always amused to hear people talk at the range or gun shows about "facts cast in stone."

Now That’s Just Crazy!

December 20, 2019 0

I am always amused to hear people talk at the range or gun shows about…

U.S. Constitution Preamble

Virginia in Crisis

December 17, 2019 1

The new Virginia legislature has wasted no time coming after your Constitutional rights.

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Get Me Home Bag

December 16, 2019 2

Every prepper has heard of the bug out bag. But do you have a Get Me Home Bag?

Editor's Note: I know, Summer is hardly begun, some kids still have a long Summer breaks in front of them while some return to school this week; but the time to start preparing for the upcoming hunting season is upon us so this article from James Smith at PointOptics.com is timely in the overall scheme of things.

How To Hunt Game Using Long Range Rifle Scopes

July 26, 2019 8

Editor’s Note: I know, Summer is hardly begun, some kids still have a long Summer…

Editor's Note: Since their introduction steroids have received a lot of knee-jerk press, rumors and half-truths. While a complicated science, Kimberly Clark offers the following insight into their proper use.

What You Need to Know About the Medical Use of Steroids

July 24, 2019 2

Editor’s Note: Since their introduction steroids have received a lot of knee-jerk press, rumors and…

Living or working in a disaster-prone area always requires that you be prepared for the worst. When a natural disaster strikes, you might not have the time to take the right recuperative measures if you were ill prepared. It is vital that you have an electric portable generator in standby just to be on the safe side.

Prepare for Disaster with a Portable Generator

July 16, 2019 5

Living or working in a disaster-prone area always requires that you be prepared for the…

Seriously, if we don't then who will?

Tooting Our Own Horn

July 13, 2019 1

Seriously, if we don’t then who will? We have been making changes and we need…

What if you were suddenly overwhelmed by an event? An earthquake, a micro-burst along a lonely road that did in your vehicle, you barely got out before it was washed down a swollen creek during a flash flood? An avalanche that cut off your trail back to civilization? Heads down in your work and you step out the door to finally head home for the night and you step into the middle of a riot? Or a pandemic? The world suddenly gone mad!

If You Only Had One Tool

July 11, 2019 2

What if you were suddenly overwhelmed by an event? An earthquake, a micro-burst along a…

Survival is more of an art than a science and there are as many opinions on the “right” way to do it as there are preppers. While everyone isn't certain they have the final answer, the truth is, no one really knows because the showdown, apocalypse, calamity, SHTF, disaster, fall of America, whatever you want to call it, hasn’t happened yet. Since it hasn’t happened yet, and reliable prophets are few and far between, there is no way of knowing what kind of situation you’ll find yourself in when it arrives.

Mobility vs Armored: Which is Better?

July 10, 2019 1

Survival is more of an art than a science and there are as many opinions…

As we normal folks prepare for emergencies, disasters and the like, I was curious as to how one might approach this should "money be no object." I myself have never had that problem, when cost was an afterthought, not a concern. But there are those that are born to or succeed to a point where this is their reality and in such Daniel Williams brought the following to my attention.

Survival of the Richest: How the World’s Financial Elite are Preparing for Armageddon

July 9, 2019 2

As we normal folks prepare for emergencies, disasters and the like, I was curious as…

The Prepper Journal wishes all a safe and sane and happy Independence Day.

Happy Independence Day America!

July 4, 2019 1

The Prepper Journal wishes all a safe and sane and happy Independence Day. Good times,…

As you know The Prepper Journal usually doesn't republish already published articles, but every so often we come across some that truly add value to our followers and warrant further exposure. And with the "internet" being like the universe, ever expanding in every direction, some valuable content can easily be missed. While the focus here is the United Kingdom, population 65,000,000 it is simple to project the statistics on the United States, population 327,000,000.

The Mental Health Benefits of High Concentration Sports

June 28, 2019 1

As you know The Prepper Journal usually doesn’t republish already published articles, but every so…

Whether you’re out of work and lose your house, in a natural disaster, or SHTF scenario or are one of the sole survivors of a zombie apocalypse (an election in California), there may come a time when you find yourself unexpectedly living out of your truck. Preparing your truck ahead of time so that you can live out of it will save you frustration in an already stressful situation. It will also prove invaluable should you breakdown somewhere that seems like the end of the world, like Interstate 10 between El Paso to San Antonio.

Prepping Your Truck In Case You Have to Live Out of It

June 27, 2019 2

Whether you’re out of work and lose your house, in a natural disaster, or SHTF…

While we all hope to never have to make the decision to use deadly force to defend ourselves and our loved ones, it happens everyday somewhere and with an opposition party in the USA that incites and advocates violence, hate and criminality in the place of reasoned debate and an open mind, criminals may not always be that person kicking in your front door.

OMG, Now What?

June 26, 2019 0

While we all hope to never have to make the decision to use deadly force…

Food for Thought

June 21st - The beginning of Summer north of the equator, the longest day of the year (daylight vs. night) and the Summer Solstice, the opposite for those south of the equator. Really? REALLY?

Really, the FIRST Day, Really?

June 21, 2019 4

June 21st – The beginning of Summer north of the equator, the longest day of…

The Prepper Journal has posted in the past on the importance of sleep, like when it is your turn on guard duty. But in general sleep is a real need and knowing how to get quality sleep will go a long way in keeping your healthy and on your game, a requirement in dealing with disasters and emergencies big and small in the real world.

The Value of Sleep

June 19, 2019 1

The Prepper Journal has posted in the past on the importance of sleep, like when…

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