Posts by April Iser
Mental Preparation
Most of the time, we would rather not think about a crisis until it is presently happening to us. A lot of people purposefully avoid mental preparation. This forces them into a reactive state of mind where they are the least efficient at solving problems, and they are the most vulnerable. This is because their…
Read MoreLevels of Awareness
Your levels of Awareness are the degree to which you are aware of what is going on around you. This will vary depending not only on where you are, and on what you are doing, but on your entire environment. Your environment is the easiest variable to control in any confrontation. Some things to be…
Read MoreBag Safety
Purses, wallets, & backpacks are known, popular targets, and an unwatched bag is a dream to a thief. Your purse, backpack, or briefcase usually contain your phone, your keys, & your wallet which houses your credit/debit cards, cash and your Driver’s License which lists your address. If your belongings are stolen, the criminal has access…
Read MoreWalking Safe Tips
Walking is a beneficial activity, and sometimes you haven’t any other option but to walk. Taking precautions is a must when walking safe in your neighborhood, to the store, or even just across a parking lot, but the number 1 rule for walking safe is to ALWAYS be alert! This is especially true if you…
Read MoreChildren and Gun Safety
Would your child know what to do if they came across a firearm? While American citizens are afforded the inalienable right to own firearms, a right that citizens of MANY other countries are deprived of, that right also comes with the responsibility of practicing firearm safety. Children of all ages are usually very curious, impulsive,…
Read MoreJustifiable Use of Force- Lawful Self-Defense
The 2019 Florida Statutes- This section outlines acceptable, justifiable use of force, including deadly force by private citizens of Florida. Section 776.012- Use or threatened use of force in defense of person (1) A person is justified in using or threatening to use force, except deadly force, against another when and to the extent that the…
Read MoreHow Do I Apply for My Florida Concealed Weapon Permit in Putnam County?
You’ve taken the Florida concealed carry class, and you’re ready to apply for your Florida Concealed Weapon Permit, but how do you apply? Apply for your Florida Concealed Weapon Permit in Person: Many local Tax Collector’s Offices across Florida have partnered with the Florida Dept. of Agriculture to offer a one-stop process for applying for…
Read MoreFlorida Concealed Weapon License FAQ
What if I’m an out of state resident? Out of state residents can hold a Florida Concealed Weapon License. Out of state residents must be fingerprinted for both their original Florida Concealed Weapon License and to renew their permit. Do I have to be a U.S. resident to apply? Unless you are serving overseas in…
Read MoreDo I Need a Gun?
Not only can it sometimes be a serious and a complicated decision, it can also be an overwhelming feeling, but this is a question only you can answer. Motivations for gun ownership are diverse in all of us, but let’s discuss some of the reasons why people own firearms: Home defense- Do you feel safe…
Read MoreBe aware!
“This is always good advice….. International tensions are high right now. Iran has called on its sleeper cells around the world to hold retaliatory attacks against the US. That means that although you may have no intention of being involved, someone else may make that choice for you. Things to remember at times like these:…
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