Canada Shifts Troops, Armored Vehicles From Afghanistan To Arctic
- Dees Illustration
January 22, 2012
Canadian troops head to the Arctic for major military exercise
The Canadian military is planning a major exercise in the Arctic. This will be the first [of] its size in decades.
It will be the first time that Canada’s armoured vehicles, used in the heat of Afghanistan, will be tested on the frozen tundra.
The exercise will allow the army to test its weaponry against defensive positions made out of ice, which can be almost as hard as steel.
More than 1,500 troops will be deployed for the Arctic Ram exercise which will run from February 14 to 26.
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Kenora Daily Miner And News
January 20, 2012
Kenora reserve soldiers train for Arctic Ram winter combat exercise
By Reg Clayton
-“With the (withdrawal of Canadian) combat forces from Afghanistan, this is an opportunity to reacquire skills to shoot, move and communicate in high arctic conditions. The ability to operate in the arctic is identified as one of six core tasks under the Canada First Defence Strategy.”
As if January in Northwestern Ontario isn’t cold enough, two reserve soldiers with Kenora’s 116th Independent Field Battery have volunteered for Arctic Ram; a joint winter combat operations exercise taking place northwest of Yellowknife from Feb. 17 to 27.
Bombardier Kyle Friesen and Bombardier Brandon Thompson prepared for the deployment by taking part in the Winter Warfare training course in Kenora this week…
Thompson, who is from Fort Frances, is looking forward to participating in Arctic Ram with friends from other artillery units he’s known since basic training and other courses he’s been on during his three years with the Kenora reserve.
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Capt. Jon Baker explained the 116th Independent Field is one of three artillery components attached to 38 Brigade Group responsible for all army reserve units in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario. Friesen and Thompson will participate in Arctic Ram along with reserve and regular forces soldiers from Edmonton, Shilo and the 1st Canadian Mechanized Unit.
“With the (withdrawal of Canadian) combat forces from Afghanistan, this is an opportunity to reacquire skills to shoot, move and communicate in high arctic conditions,” Baker said. “The ability to operate in the arctic is identified as one of six core tasks under the Canada First Defence Strategy.”
Last year five Kenora reservists took part in Northern Bison 2011. The joint training exercise of the 38 Brigade designated arctic response company group put their cold weather training to the test as 265 soldier travelled more than 300 kilometre by snowmobile from Churchill, Manitoba to Arviat, Nunavut.
http://www.kenoradailyminerandnews.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3443774
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Cartoon predicts the future 50 years ago. This is amazing insight! [video]
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Are You Street Smart? Urban Survival Tips for the Street Savvy
By Gaye Levy
Activist Post
January 13, 2012
Today I would like to talk about street smarts and the development of a street smart attitude in a survival situation. But first let us start with a definition.
The Urban Dictionary describes street smart as the prevailing trait of “someone who is intelligent, has good common sense, knows how to handle bad situations, and has the skills necessary to function where they live”.
For our purposes, you could say that “Street Smart” is the ability to recognize what is going on in the world and the place where you live. That, plus having the physical and mental tools to adapt and survive within that world and that place. That is my definition and I like it.
So imagine this:
There is chaos around you (due to a natural disaster, civil unrest, massive unemployment, whatever) and even though you stay close to home, you must venture out to go to your job, take your kids to school, and to periodically make a trip to the grocery store. And yet the moment you step outside you can feel the tension.
What do you do?
Trust you instincts and stay alert: You know those gut feelings of yours? Now is the time to pay attention. If something around you seem “off”, walk away and retreat to safety. Don’t be embarrassed or ashamed to admit that you are frightened even if you feel foolish after the fact. Bad vibes are bad vibes so trust yourself and you will be fine.
Evaluate the risks: Headed to an unfamiliar area? Evaluate the risks so that you are prepared. Dress to blend in, don’t carry a lot of obviously expensive electronics, and don’t call excessive attention to yourself. If the area is under siege, evaluate your need to even go there. Is it worth the risk?
Evaluate your home security and create a safe zone: Make sure the outdoor area of your home is well lighted and that the foliage and shrubbery is trimmed around the perimeter of your home site. The last thing you want is a convenient hiding place for the bad guys right there on your property. I have written about this extensively before, but in you need information check A Dozen Home Security and Crime Prevention Tips for the Prepper here on Backdoor Survival and Is Your Home a Target for the Bad Guys? 12 Things You Can Do Now on Strategic Living.
Also, check with your local police or sheriff’s department; many will offer a complementary home security survey. All you need to do is ask.
Situational awareness: Teach yourself to actively look for signs of threats and dangers. Crime can be anywhere, but tends to be more prevalent in dark, quiet areas such as parking garages, alleys, stairs, and lonely roadways. As you enter these areas, look around for things that don’t seem quite right. Trust your gut!
Know your neighborhood: Reach out and get to know your neighbors and members of your community. I have said this before and will say it again: talk among yourselves and come up with a plan to work together and to look after each other during a crisis or disaster.
Every day carry items: Increase your ability to defend yourself and get attention. This can be as simple as carrying a whistle, some pepper spray and a small flashlight. Or, depending on your situation, this could include a knife or firearm. For an excellent discussion of knives, see Survival and The Survival Knife: Everything You Need to Know and More.
What to do if you feel threatened
Attitude is everything and can make a huge difference. Do not give off signals that you feel vulnerable and threatened. Nope – don’t do that. On the other hand, do not purposely walk into a dangerous situation. Instead, withdraw as quietly and unobtrusively as you can, and retreat to an area where there are more people around. Worse case, run away while making a loud noise (remember that whistle?)
The Final Word
Having street smarts takes common sense and the ability to deal with all kinds of people in a myriad of contentious situations. While having well-honed street smarts is essential for urban dwellers, street smarts are also an important skill for those in a rural community or remote area.
There is no better time than now to practice a street smart and street savvy attitude. Above all, be safe.
Enjoy your next adventure through common sense and thoughtful preparation!
Gaye Levy, the SurvivalWoman, grew up and attended school in the Greater Seattle area. After spending many years as an executive in the software industry, she started a specialized accounting practice offering contract CFO work to emerging high tech and service industries. She has now abandoned city life and moved to a serenely beautiful rural area on an island in NW Washington State. She lives and teaches the principles of a sustainable, self-reliant and stylish lifestyle through emergency preparation and disaster planning through her website at BackdoorSurvival.com. SurvivalWoman speaks her mind and delivers her message with optimism and grace, regardless of mayhem swirling around us. Enjoy your next adventure through common sense and thoughtful preparation!
The Inventor Of The World Wide Web Says SOPA Violates Human Rights
Business Insider
January 20, 2012
Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web, has voiced his frustrations about SOPA, reports the Sydney Morning Herald.
Speaking at IBM’s annual Lotusphere conference, Berners-Lee said, “If you’re in America then you should go and call somebody or send an email to protest against these (censorship) bills because they have not been put together to respect human rights as is appropriate in a democratic country.”
SOPA is currently being held for “markup,” which means it may see some changes considering all the criticism it’s drawn.
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[hat tip: Prison Planet]
Police shoot Dog for no Reason – Cop should not have even been at her home [video]
YouTube – twelvejewelz
January 19, 2012
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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – A DeKalb County woman says her dog was shot in cold blood Tuesday night by a police officer who should not have even been at her home.
DeKalb County police confirmed the officer responded to a 911 call at the wrong address and say he fired at the dog because he felt threatened.
Bobby Currie said her 2-year-old German Sheppard, Easy, was secured on a chain outside her home when the officer arrived.
Currie said she questions how the officer could have been threatened by the dog.
[hat tip: The Front]
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