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Survival Gear Review: FLIR Scout PS series


Admittedly seeing thermal images in the stark of night is cool. Even in a limited product test mode, my mind was going wild conjuring up the multiple uses for such a tool. I was given the opportunity for a month to check out the FLIR Scout PS series handheld thermal imaging unit.

By Dr. John J. Woods, a contributing author to SurvivalCache.com

I wish it had been the open hunting season, but just think of the opportunities during SHTF events or a night time Bug Out. Without a doubt thermal imaging brings a whole new dimension to viewing live animals or other objects emitting heat that are picked up by the Scout. The prospects for using thermal imaging are endless when it comes to hunting and other applications such as security work within your Bug Out area or around the neighborhood of our Bug In.
Uses for Thermal

The more obvious uses for preppers having thermal imaging capability include game management/herd surveys, wildlife observations, security, Bug Out camp law enforcement applications, searching for livestock, camper/hiker/preppers traversing trails at night, tracking downed game, or watching territory invaders.

For survival enthusiasts, the uses should seem more obvious. Walking or riding hide out areas at night just to survey or patrol the area has its own benefits. Anything that emits a heat signal will be picked up by the FLIR Scout. Checking out game or other critters four-footed or two would be awesome.

It also works great for spying fields, food plots, and open trails for active observational spotting. The Scout PS will spot man-sized targets out as far as 500 yards. It also works through light fog, smoke, or dust.
FLIR PS Scout Specs

The Scout PS is a lightweight, handheld device similar to a monocular optical scope. The unit is held securely by an adjustable hand strap like a compact video camera. It is easy to use, hold steady and very portable at only 12 ounces. The unit recharges via a supplied USB cable.

The unit itself is ruggedly designed covered in a soft cushion-like material that will take field bumps, but more importantly is really easy to grasp even when wet. The design was well thought out for the user in terms of ergonomics, and grip-ability, if that is a word.

The operational control buttons are on top of the unit in a row. Once the user learns
which button does what, it becomes second nature to turn on and adjust. The FLIR web site has excellent tutorial video guides for learning to use the PS Thermal Camera.

The PS series thermal unit can “see” heat in two modes including white hot, and black hot. In use I preferred the white hot mode. This simply means that the heat signature showing up on the screen is white as opposed to everything else being white in the background while the heat object picked up is black. It’s a matter of personal preference I guess. The white hot mode seemed clearer to me and easier to see detail.
The FLIR PS in Use

FLIT Scout units are in such high demand for product testing by writers that I only had a short time to use the unit in the field. I took the Scout to my Bug Out camp on an overnight trip. We built a huge fire in the campfire ring out in front of the cabins to give me a base of operation to work from.

Then I set out to walk down the main camp road. I switched on the unit and changed the imaging to the white hot mode. The PS immediately began to pick up heat signatures that I would not have expected. Though it was 9 PM the tree line around camp was still emitting heat from the sunlight of the day. That was cool.

The campfire of course lit up the Scout viewing screen in red hot color. I could also easily see my campmate sitting in his chair by the fire. This was from over a hundred yards away. I picked up all types of heat escapes from the cabin as well.

I continued to stroll further from camp down the road. Next I spotted a small animal on the ground roughly 50 yards out in front of me.



The image was so clear it was easy to determine the animal was a rabbit. Its entire body was shown in mostly bright white in the viewer, but more particular the rabbit’s eyes were a brilliant white.

I crept up closer and closer until I was within ten yards of it. My footsteps in the gravel road must have finally startled it as it ran into the woods. Neat. Next I heard a bird chirping up over my head, and when I put the PS on it, it too, appeared glowing white. This proved to me just how sensitive the FLIR-PS is.

Alas I did not spot any deer with the unit, but if they had been out, I am quite sure their heat visibility would have been spectacular. I learned enough with my limited testing time to appreciate the value of having the capability to read thermal images in the wild at night. Just imagine scouting your protected area with a unit like this.

At a retail price of $1999 (Amazon $1,899), the FLIR PS would be a welcomed piece of gear for a prepper or settled survivalists. The Scout PS would also be helpful in spotting trespassers or poachers where they should not be. Also if game were lost or wounded, the Scout would be great for those tracking efforts after dark. Thus, the FLIR Scout is certainly a recommended piece of high tech gear every SurvivalCache participant could use if it fits your budget.

Photos by: Dr. John J. Woods
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Survival Gear Review: FLIR Scout PS series

FLIR Scout PS-Series

The Top 50 Survival Blogs!

RANK	Blog Name			Score
1	SHTF Plan	5	25877	12
2	SurvivalBlog	5	30126	11
3	The Survival Podcast	4	32944	10
4	Urban Survival	5	60732	8
5	The Survivalist Blog	5	77585	7
6	The Survival & Emergency Preparedness Blog	3	54062	7
7	In Case Of Emergency	6	2464161	6
8	Off Grid Survival	5	127741	5
9	Pioneer Survival Blog	5	285809	5
10	Willow Haven Outdoor	5	531340	5
11	Preparedness Pantry	5	610228	5
12	Survival And Prosperity	5	1241422	5
13	Modern Survival Blog	4	81940	5
14	American Preppers Network	4	142687	4
15	Modern Survival Online	4	148121	4
16	Back Door Survival	4	154173	4
17	The Survival Mom	4	162147	4
18	Armageddon Online	4	225446	4
19	Prepper Website	4	227841	4
20	Doom And Bloom	4	229431	4
21	Preparedness Pro	4	263665	4
22	SHTF Blog	4	291562	4
23	Survival Spot	4	337156	4
24	Tactical Intelligence	4	361861	4
25	ATEP Emergency Preparedness Blog	4	411385	4
26	The Apartment Preppers Blog	4	442160	4
27	Surviving In Argentina	4	517612	4
28	TEOTWAWKI Blog	4	557554	4
29	Survival Joe	4	625058	4
30	Food Storage And Survival	4	715813	4
31	Wilderness Survival Skills	4	782119	4
32	Backwoods Survival Blog	4	810328	4
33	Stealth Survival	4	972257	4
34	Survival Topics	4	1102065	4
35	Nature Skills	4	1270239	4
36	SurvivalRing	4	1272194	4
37	Total Survivalist Libertarian Rantfest	4	1288941	4
38	Bug-Out Survival	4	1404977	4
39	Disaster Preparedness Blog	4	2924103	4
40	Be A Survivor	4	3816868	4
41	Doug Ritter	4	3878149	4
42	The Wilderness Survival Guide	4	4515014	4
43	The Just In Case Book Blog	4	4859690	4
44	CARDs Blog	4	6558220	4
45	Preparedness And Response	4	15882754	4
46	Survival Cache	3	103652	3
47	Simply Canning	3	153078	3
48	Survival And Beyond	3	271852	3
49	Advanced Survival Guide	3	304028	3
50	Shepherd School	3	434455	3

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Sunday, April 11, 2010

Which Bug-Out Region Do You Live In?

The feasibility of any bug out plan depends a lot on your starting point.

Obviously, some regions of the country have more to offer than others in terms of places to go. But every part of the Lower 48 has its share of potential bug out locations. The map below shows eight major regions as I've divided them for the purposes of my book: Bug Out: The Complete Plan for Escaping a Catastrophic Disaster Before It's Too Late.




There is some crossover between the regions shown here, but the illustrator has done a pretty good job of placing the demarcation lines approximately the way I have divided the bug out locations described in the book. Note the page numbers that will correspond to the beginning of each regional chapter. The first four chapters are on general information and planning, including gear and methods of transportation.

My reasoning for these divisions is that these specific regions offer distinct variations in terrain, climate and plant and animal communities. Again, there is some crossover in some areas, but anyone familiar with all these areas of the U.S. will see how survival skills and gear can be different from one region to the next. Natural hazards including everything from weather to dangerous wildlife vary according to these regions, as do resources such as the availability or lack or water, edible plants and game animals. It is this variation that made working on this book such an interesting project for me over the past several months, not to mention the real time I've spent out there backpacking, canoeing and kayaking in all of these regions at various times during the past 25 years. Writing each chapter made me reminiscence about past trips and long to load up a canoe or backpack and go again.

My home base is in the Gulf Coast region, and I stay here because of family ties as well as my love of the water - both the rivers and the Gulf itself. I'm lucky to have a large number of bug out options close by because I live in one of the least populated states east of the Mississippi River. Those of us living in small towns or rural areas are the least likely to need to bug out to begin with, but each region on the above map has its share of densely populated cities where the residents would do well to have a working knowledge of where to go if the SHTF and they have to get out. Keep in mind that the vast majority of the populations of those cities are not going to have this knowledge and most will not even try to leave, but will instead wait for outside help that may or may not come. Out here in the small towns and rural areas of America, most of us would pull together in such a situation and help each other out, as has been proven time and time again when the big Gulf hurricanes have hit the nearby coast. In the aftermath of Katrina, the media covered the chaos and violence going down in New Orleans, while people along the even harder hit Mississippi Coast quietly rolled up their sleeves and went to work digging out of the rubble and rebuilding.

So it's obvious that where you live has a lot to do with how you should formulate your survival plans and can be a big factor in your chances of success or at least the degree of difficulty you would face. But one thing we are blessed with here in the U.S. is plenty of undeveloped and uninhabited lands. It may not seem so when you're driving past mile after mile of strip malls and suburban sprawl, but compared to so many other countries in the world there is a lot of unused land here - both public and private. Have you explored all the potential bug out locations near you? What if you travel a lot for your job or for pleasure? Do you know where the big uninhabited areas are in other regions you frequent? If not, you should think about it. I hope that this kind of information detailed in my new book will be of use not only for bug out planning, but to encourage readers to get out and explore the great wild places available their own region and other parts of the country.

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01/06/2025 // Kevin Hughes // 880 Views

Tags: Dawson knives, Health Ranger, Health Ranger Report, John Roy, machetes, Magnacut steel, metals, Mike Adams, Outfitter, Outfitter Pro, preparedness, Preppers, prepping, products, steel industry, survival, survival gear, survival knives, US manufacturing

• Magnacut steel, developed in 2021 by metallurgist Larry Thomas, combines the sharpness of high-carbon steel, the corrosion resistance of stainless steel and exceptional flexibility, making it a groundbreaking alloy for knife-making and aerospace applications.
• Magnacut excels in extreme conditions, resisting 30 days of saltwater exposure and maintaining durability in harsh environments, such as rural living or high humidity.
• The smelter producing Magnacut and other powdered metals has issued a 90-day shutdown notice due to economic pressures, potentially making this innovative steel a rare commodity and threatening its future availability.
• Dawson Knives, led by John Roy, uses a unique differential heat treatment combining ancient Japanese techniques with modern metallurgy, resulting in rust-resistant, durable blades with a razor-sharp edge.
• Magnacut knives represent a fusion of functionality and craftsmanship, but their future is uncertain due to regulatory and economic challenges facing the American steel industry; Roy emphasizes the importance of preserving this "greatest American steel invention."

In the world of knife-making, a groundbreaking innovation is taking center stage – Magnacut steel. Developed in the United States, this revolutionary alloy combines the sharpness of high-carbon steel with the corrosion resistance of stainless steel, all while maintaining flexibility and durability.
John Roy of Dawson Knives, a second-generation knife maker based in Arizona, shared the transformative potential of Magnacut steel in a recent interview on the "Health Ranger Report" with Mike Adams. Roy showcased its unparalleled performance in extreme conditions. From resisting 30 days of saltwater exposure to surviving the rigors of rural living, Magnacut is a game-changer.
But with the steel industry facing potential shutdowns, this innovation might soon become a rare commodity. Could Magnacut be the last great American steel?
Magnacut, a powder metal steel developed in 2021, is the brainchild of metallurgist Larry Thomas. Its unique chemical composition allows it to achieve what was once considered impossible: the sharpness of high-carbon steel, the corrosion resistance of stainless steel, and the flexibility needed to prevent shattering.
"This new steel is very sought after in the aerospace industry," Roy explained to the Health Ranger. "It's a whole different take on how to put molecules and alloys together to form a steel that is super stainless without a lot of chromium, giving you a razor-sharp edge that's easy to sharpen in the field."
The steel's versatility has made it a favorite among knife makers, but its production is under threat. Roy revealed that the smelter responsible for producing Magnacut and other powdered metals has issued a 90-day shutdown notice due to economic pressures.
"If we lose this American-made steel, we lose the heart of America," Roy warned. "Steel drives everything here."
Dawson Knives combines ancient Japanese techniques with modern metallurgy

What sets Dawson Knives apart is not just the use of Magnacut but the proprietary heat-treating process developed by Roy and his team. Combining ancient Japanese techniques with modern metallurgy, they have created a differential heat treatment that ensures a stronger edge while maintaining flexibility.
"We failed 20 times before we got it right. But through prayer and perseverance, we found a method that ties Old and New World technologies together," Roy admitted. This process results in blades that are not only durable but also highly resistant to oxidation.
"These knives are very rust-resistant. Nothing is rust-proof, but these can handle extreme conditions, whether it’s left in a ranch vehicle or exposed to high humidity."
The collaboration between Roy and Adams, co-designer of the knives, has yielded a line of survival tools that push the boundaries of functionality. The Outfitter and Outfitter Pro machetes, crafted from Magnacut, are designed for everything from clearing brush to food prep. (Related: Health Ranger Report: High-grade corrosion-resistant knives co-designed with Dawson Knives a popular choice among backpackers and preppers.)
"This is a multi-purpose utility and survival tool," Adams said. "It's a once-in-a-lifetime purchase."
The knives feature a unique hollow grind, achieved using a 14- to 16-inch wheel, which provides a razor-sharp edge while maintaining enough "meat" behind it for durability.
"We’re not here to make axes," Roy explained. "We’re here to make knives that can be axes and knives."
Despite its success, the future of Magnacut is uncertain. With the steel industry grappling with regulatory challenges and economic pressures, the availability of this revolutionary alloy may soon be limited.
"If you see these steels, buy them," Roy urged. "You may not get another chance."
The potential loss of Magnacut underscores a broader issue: the decline of American manufacturing. Adams lamented that America has already lost too much steel infrastructure, adding that "the regulators are weaponized against American businesses."
For Roy, the creation of these knives is more than just a business – it's a legacy. While the knives and machetes crafted from Magnacut remain available, but their future is uncertain. As he put it: "This is one of the greatest American steel inventions. Let's hope it doesn't go by the wayside."
Follow Gear.news for more news about knives and other survival tools.
Watch the full interview between John Roy of Dawson Knives and the Health Ranger Mike Adams below.

This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com.
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Scurvy used to decimate navies around the world – until one man had the idea to simply give sailors more citrus

01/06/2025 // Arsenio Toledo // 460 Views

Tags: #nutrition, citrus, Clinical trials, diet, disease treatments, food cures, food is medicine, fruits, goodfood, goodhealth, goodmedicine, history, James Lind, natural cures, natural health, natural medicine, nutrients, scurvy, superfood, superfoods, supplements, vitamin C, vitamin C deficiency, vitamin deficiency

• Scurvy, caused by vitamin C deficiency, historically devastated sailors and populations, with symptoms that eventually led to death.
• James Lind, a British naval surgeon, conducted one of the first recorded clinical trials in history in 1747, which proved that citrus fruits effectively treated scurvy.
• Despite Lind’s findings, the Royal Navy delayed adopting citrus due to skepticism, bureaucratic inertia and competing remedies.
• In 1795, the Royal Navy mandated lemon juice for sailors, but outbreaks persisted due to improper storage destroying vitamin C.
• Scurvy’s history highlights the challenges of applying scientific discoveries and the critical role of nutrition in public health.

Scurvy, a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, used to plague sailors and entire populations for centuries, claiming countless lives before it was finally understood by British naval surgeon James Lind.
Lind's story is chronicled in more detail by author Albert Von Haller in his 1962 seminal work "The Vitamin Hunters," which chronicles how many endemic diseases like scurvy, beriberi, pellagra and rickets were nearly wiped from existence following the discovery that they were caused by vitamin deficiencies and how changes in diets could easily solve them. (Related: Scurvy killed French crusader King Louis IX – and it's making a comeback.)
Scurvy was a formidable adversary for sailors during long sea voyages. Symptoms included bleeding gums, loose teeth, fatigue, joint pain and, in severe cases, death. Historical accounts reveal the scale of its impact.
Vasco da Gama lost 100 of his 160 crew members to scurvy during his 1498 voyage around the Cape of Good Hope. Similarly, English Admiral Richard Hawkins reported in 1593 that 10,000 seamen perished from the disease under his command. Even on land, scurvy was widespread, particularly in northern and central Europe, where diets lacked fresh fruits and vegetables.
Before the 18th century, various remedies were proposed to combat scurvy, though many were ineffective. Sailors consumed beer, brandy and even rats, which inadvertently provided vitamin C, albeit in limited amounts.
Citrus fruits, however, were occasionally recognized for their curative properties. Hawkins in 1622 noted that “sour lemons and oranges” were effective, but his observations were largely ignored.
One of the first recorded clinical trials in history discovered citrus's ability to treat scurvy

A century later, Scottish naval surgeon James Lind conducted one of the first controlled clinical trials in 1747 aboard the Royal Navy ship of the line the HMS Salisbury.
He selected 12 sailors with scurvy and divided them into six pairs, each receiving a different treatment: cider, elixir of vitriol, seawater, a paste of garlic and mustard, vinegar or citrus fruits.
Within a week, the pair consuming oranges and lemons showed significant improvement, while the others remained ill. Lind published his findings in "A Treatise of the Scurvy," advocating for supplementing sailors' diets with citrus fruits to prevent and treat the disease.
Despite Lind's compelling evidence, the Royal Navy was slow to adopt his recommendations. Historians attribute this delay to several factors. Lind's treatise was lengthy and included numerous treatments, diluting the focus on citrus fruits. Additionally, rival remedies, such as famed explorer Captain James Cook's endorsement of preventing and treating scurvy with malt and sauerkraut, competed for attention.
It was not until 1795, a year after Lind's death, that the Royal Navy Admiralty mandated the daily distribution of lemon juice to sailors. Even then, outbreaks persisted due to improper storage and preservation methods that destroyed the vitamin C content of lemon juice.
The history of scurvy underscores the challenges of bridging the gap between scientific discovery and practical application. Lind's findings were met with skepticism and bureaucratic inertia, a pattern that persists in modern science. His story also highlights the importance of nutrition in public health, as scurvy's eradication depended on understanding the role of vitamin C in the human diet.
Watch this episode of "SciShow" discussing how ancient human ancestors used to be able to make their own vitamin C, thereby preventing scurvy from even existing.

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Scurvy used to decimate navies around the world – until one man had the idea to simply give sailors more citrus – NaturalNews.com