Pepper spray is an excellent self-defense tool and one of the only ranged, less lethal tools available for civilians. Although pepper spray is legal pretty much everywhere in the United States, laws and regulations do vary from state-to-state, and understanding the legalities concerning the ownership and carry of pepper spray as well as under what …
Colorado is a surprisingly permissive state when it comes to pepper sprays and tear gas sprays, considering they have started to show some anti-second Amendment bias in recent years. Civilians may own any formulation of defensive spray in the state, and may possess and carry a canister holding any quantity with no restrictions. All kinds …
People have a way of procrastinating, even about really important stuff. Problems very small and very far away on the horizon quickly grow in magnitude the closer they get. Suddenly, what appeared to be about as threatening as a tiny newt has taken on positively draconian proportions when it is staring down at you, breathing …
Washington: Fast Facts on Trespassing Trespass Law Covers: Buildings, dwellings, structures, land. Crime Class: Misdemeanor. Fencing Required?: No. Signage Required?: Yes, if verbal communication disallowing access not made. Verbal Notice Required?: Yes, for unimproved land if signage is not posted. Washington Trespassing Law Overview Washington trespassing laws are fairly straightforward except for some somewhat lax …
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Almost every prepper will rely on rations of one form or another. Typically kept in vehicle go-bags, bug-out bags and squirreled away in various other places to help sustain activity during or after an emergency, one of the most popular sources of calories in this category is the energy bar, and among energy bars Clif …
Okay, we get it: Iodine and iodide sound like the exact same thing. So if you’ve been doing some research, you might be wondering, what exactly is the difference between the two substances? It turns out, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with the difference between iodine and iodide and many more don’t even know …
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Arizona is a decidedly good state for pepper spray users, as they have absolutely no restriction on the type of solution or the quantity that one carries. If you want a pocket-sized canister of OC or a giant jug of CN/CS tear gas you will be all set. Arizona is rightly known as a pro-Second …
North Carolina: Fast Facts on Trespassing Trespass Law Covers: Buildings, Dwellings, Land Crime Class: Misdemeanor; Felony charges are possible if crime is egregious or repeated Fencing Required?: No. Signage Required?: No, but can serve as notice. Verbal Notice Required?: No, but can serve as notice. North Carolina Trespassing Law Overview North Carolina has many laws …
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New Hampshire is a state with solid if decidedly wordy self-defense statutes, including a stand-your-ground passage. Though they are lengthy, overwrought and difficult to untangle for lay people who are not versed in such language the tale of the tape remains a happy one. So long as someone is not engaged in criminal activity, is …
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If there were ever two things that went hand-in-hand they are living a prepping lifestyle and stockpiling: food, water and other goods so you are ready to face the fateful day when society falls apart. Having the skills to live off the land and furnish what you need is of course great, but it is …
