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Urban Navigation
In any urban environment, disruptions such as civil unrest, natural disasters, or large-scale emergencies can quickly transform familiar...
Scott McNeal
Apr 77 min read
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Urban Camouflage
When civil unrest or a large-scale disaster strikes a densely populated area, the rules of survival shift dramatically. In an urban...
Scott McNeal
Apr 16 min read
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Stealth Movement & Noise Discipline
In times of crisis, such as civil unrest or a large-scale disaster, urban environments can quickly become dangerous and unpredictable....
Scott McNeal
Mar 277 min read
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Reading & Influencing Body Language
When crises unfold—be it civil unrest, natural disaster, or a severe disruption of societal structures—the ability to read and influence...
Scott McNeal
Mar 256 min read
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The Power of Social Engineering & Negotiation Skills
In an increasingly turbulent world—marked by political unrest, natural disasters, and rapidly evolving social dynamics—knowing how to...
Scott McNeal
Mar 198 min read
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Mental Resilience & Stress Management
When cities unravel due to civil unrest, natural disasters, or large-scale crises, the immediate dangers we often think about are...
Scott McNeal
Mar 156 min read
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Improvised Tools & Repairs
In moments of crisis—whether due to a natural disaster, widespread civil unrest, or other emergencies—urban environments can suddenly...
Scott McNeal
Mar 107 min read
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Maintaining Physical Fitness & Stamina for Disasters
When chaos erupts—be it civil unrest, natural disaster, or any crisis that disrupts daily life—urban environments can become...
Scott McNeal
Mar 66 min read
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Improvised Shelter & Safe Houses
In times of crisis—be it civil unrest, natural disasters, or large-scale emergencies—securing a place to remain safe and unseen is vital....
Scott McNeal
Feb 287 min read
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Identifying & Avoiding High-Risk Areas During Urban Crises, Civil Unrest, or Disasters
When cities face disasters—whether natural, man-made, or social—ordinary routines can break down swiftly. Civil unrest, acute shortages,...
Scott McNeal
Feb 267 min read
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Food Procurement & Foraging
When crisis hits—be it natural disaster, severe civil unrest, or a prolonged disruption of supply chains—individuals in urban...
Scott McNeal
Feb 246 min read
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Field Expedient Security Measures
When a natural disaster strikes, civil unrest erupts, or any other crisis unfolds, maintaining personal security in urban environments...
Scott McNeal
Feb 236 min read
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Improvised Escape from Restraints: Techniques and Considerations
In times of crisis, civil unrest, or natural disasters, the normal structures of society can fray or collapse entirely. Such events may...
Scott McNeal
Feb 196 min read
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Concealment & Camouflage (“Gray Man” Tactics)
When disasters strike—be it natural calamities, civil unrest, or large-scale emergencies—one of the most critical skills for personal...
Scott McNeal
Feb 147 min read
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Communication & Signaling: Ensuring Vital Connections
In the realm of survival, evasion, resistance, and escape (SERE), communication and signaling stand out as vital components of any...
Scott McNeal
Feb 117 min read
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Breaking Contact & Counter-Surveillance in a Crisis Environment
When chaos erupts in an urban environment—be it from natural disasters, civil unrest, or widespread emergencies—ordinary citizens can...
Scott McNeal
Feb 96 min read
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Self-Defense & Close-Quarters Combat
In times of crisis—whether triggered by natural disasters, civil unrest, or a breakdown of public services—urban landscapes can quickly...
Scott McNeal
Feb 87 min read
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Basic First Aid & Trauma Care for Times of Crisis, Civil Unrest, or Disaster
When disaster strikes—be it a hurricane, earthquake, prolonged civil unrest, or any catastrophic event—urban environments can rapidly...
Scott McNeal
Feb 77 min read
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Basic Firearms Safety & Handling
In times of crisis, civil unrest, or natural disasters, urban settings can quickly become chaotic, and personal safety may be threatened....
Scott McNeal
Feb 67 min read
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Basic Electronics & Power Management for Urban Survival
In times of crisis—whether stemming from natural disasters, civil unrest, or widespread infrastructure failures—knowledge of basic...
Scott McNeal
Feb 47 min read
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