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Recently back in style – and easily found in all the major food supply stores, nuts are one of the basic food storage items to have when are looking to provide quick proteins to our bodies. We can purchase nuts for surviving in small packages, and stuff them into our survival backpacks, pouches, pockets. They […]
Is Joe Biden about to apply the finishing blow to the U.S. economy? If you don’t understand what I am talking about, just keep reading. Somehow it seems appropriate that “the Grim Creeper” is in charge during the dying days of the U.S. economic system. The U.S. dollar is being systematically destroyed, there are significant shortages all over the nation, a horrifying global energy crisis has suddenly erupted, and we are facing the most epic shortage of workers in our entire history. As a result of the worker shortage, thousands upon thousands of very basic tasks that need to get done in order for our economy to run smoothly simply aren’t getting done. This is one of the reasons why we are now facing the worst supply chain headaches that any of us have ever seen, and it is in this environment that Biden has chosen to deliver the coup de grâce.
As I have discussed previously, Biden’s absurd mandates will force millions upon millions of highly skilled Americans out of their jobs at a time when big companies all over the U.S. are already extremely desperate for workers. Over the past few weeks, scores of business leaders have been traveling to Washington to beg Biden to at least delay his mandates until after the holiday season…
Worried that President Joe Biden’s Covid vaccine mandate for private companies could cause a mass exodus of employees, business groups are pleading with the White House to delay the rule until after the holiday season.
White House officials at the Office of Management and Budget held dozens of meetings with labor unions, industry lobbyists and private individuals last week as the administration conducts its final review of the mandate, which will require businesses with 100 or more employees to ensure they are vaccinated against Covid or tested weekly for the virus. It is estimated to cover roughly two-thirds of the private sector workforce.
But so far the White House has been unmoved.
It is almost as if Biden can’t wait to drop the hammer on the economy.
Needless to say, these mandates will make the unprecedented supply chain crisis that we are currently dealing with far, far worse. If you doubt this, just consider what the trucking industry is potentially facing…
The American Trucking Associations, which will meet with the OMB on Tuesday, warned the administration last week that many drivers will likely quit rather than get vaccinated, further disrupting the national supply chain at time when the industry is already short 80,000 drivers.
The trucking association estimates companies covered by the mandate could lose 37% of drivers through retirements, resignations and workers switching to smaller companies not covered by the requirements.
Okay, so let me get this straight.
We need 80,000 more truck drivers right now, and Biden wants to fire 37 percent of those that we currently have on the roads?
In the past I have written articles about what would happen if America’s trucks stopped running, and we might be on the verge of actually seeing about a third of them suddenly shut down.
If you think that our store shelves are empty now, just wait until that happens.
And the trucking industry is just a small part of the overall picture. Just imagine what our country would look like if millions upon millions of important workers suddenly vanished from the system.
When I said that Biden was about to deliver a “finishing blow”, I was not kidding.
Over in Europe, they are facing a problem of a different nature. A severe shortage of magnesium threatens to reach a major crisis point next month, and that could result in millions of jobs being lost…
Europe purchases 95% of its magnesium from China, will run out of the industrial metal used to strengthen aluminum by the end of November that could threaten millions of jobs in sectors from automobiles to aerospace to defense and much more, according to Bloomberg.
Three trade groups, including European Aluminium, Eurometaux, and industriAll, warn shipments from China are dwindling quick due to power cuts to energy-intensive magnesium smelters. They said if reserves of the industrial metal aren’t increased in the near term, it may result in trade production shortages, factory closures, and job losses.
Over the years, how many times did I warn that it was foolish to become so dependent on China?
Now Europe is about to learn this lesson the hard way.
So much of the pain that the western world is experiencing now could have been avoided if we would have made different policy decisions when we had the chance.
To a very large degree, our wounds are self-inflicted, and now Biden is going in for the kill.
Once his mandates go into effect, millions of hard working Americans will be ruthlessly fired and suddenly won’t have any paychecks coming in.
Meanwhile, inflation is starting to get out of control and the cost of living is absolutely soaring. Earlier today, I was horrified to learn that propane prices have skyrocketed to utterly insane levels…
Propane prices haven’t been so high heading into winter in a decade, which is bad news for the millions of rural Americans who rely on the fuel to stay warm.
At $1.41 a gallon at the Mont Belvieu trading hub in Texas, on-the-spot prices are about triple those of the past two Octobers. Of the two main U.S. propane futures contracts, one hit a high earlier this month and the other doesn’t have far to climb to eclipse the record it set during the blizzard of 2014. The average residential price tracked by the U.S. Energy Information Administration has jumped by 50% from a year ago, to $2.69 a gallon.
Unfortunately, propane supplies are supposed to become even tighter in the months ahead.
They keep telling us that this is going to be a “dark winter”, but for many Americans it will be a very cold winter too.
I am doing my best to sound the alarm, and so many of the things that I have warned about are now happening right in front of our eyes.
But most of the population still doesn’t want to believe that things are really this bad.
Most of them are still convinced that better days are just around the corner, and it would be wonderful if they were actually correct.
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The Best Outdoor Solar Lanterns For Camping and Survival
Having a dependable source of light in a survival situation is not just a “good idea”; it’s an essential one.
Not only can it light your way through the deep dark woods or an abandoned warehouse, but it’s an important morale booster.
Light acts like a security blanket in times of uncertainty.
Something to keep your mind strong and hope alive – when all it wants to do is freak out.
It’s sort of like fire in that way…
So it’s no surprise we get a lot of questions about what’s the best survival light source.
Often the right answer is an EDC flashlight, tactical flashlight, or powerful headlamp, but there’s another type of light to consider as well – lanterns. And not just any lantern – Outdoor Solar Lanterns!
Sure, lanterns are less portable than flashlights, but they give off a different type of light.
They cast a wide and welcoming halo of warmth…instead of a single laser-focused beam.
This makes them better at certain tasks and also makes them essential gear for camping.
Lanterns allow you to prepare, cook and eat dinner at camp after dark.
They are a must for playing games with friends and family around the picnic table. And their ideal for campsite cleanups before bed.
So today, we’re going to talk about outdoor solar lanterns, specifically:
**Note: If you just want our top recommendations, feel free to SKIP AHEAD HERE.
Lantern technology has come a long way over the decades – lanterns used to have some serious negatives.
In the past, they were powered by either propane or white gas and went through a lot of fuel.
When I grew up, they didn’t even have push-button ignition, so you had to stick a lit match into the body of the lantern while turning on the gas.
This ran the risk of bumping the fragile cloth mantles that could easily tear if handled roughly.
Glass windscreens, fuel pumps, and delicate gas valves all suffered from wear and tear. Failure was likely just when you needed them most.
Fortunately, today we can have all the benefits without the problems!
The new standard lantern for both weekend camping AND survival is the solar LED lantern.
Solar lanterns are a tremendous source of emergency light.
But what sets them apart from other light sources and how do you choose between a lantern and a flashlight.
The answer is you don’t; you get both.
A lantern isn’t a replacement for a flashlight or headlamp; it’s an entirely separate tool.
Lanterns produce a wide flood of light to illuminate a large area.
The light is dispersed and not as focused as a flashlight. If you need focused task lighting, a flashlight or headlamp is better.
However, when you need general lighting (especially for multiple people at once), a lantern is the best option.
Think about cooking or eating dinner together in a dark camp. Would you rather have one flashlight to share or one lantern?
Trust me, I’ve learned the hard way how frustrating it is to use a flashlight as a lantern or a lantern as a flashlight…
Get the RIGHT tool for the job!
Now that we both agree owning a lantern is a wise choice, the next question becomes, which lantern.
The answer is not as straightforward as it seems.
There are hundreds of varieties and differences when shopping for a new solar lantern. So let’s discuss a few differences and some pros and cons of each.
There is a vast range of physical sizes available in solar lanterns.
There are small, hanging solar lanterns, ideal for a survival tent or bug out bag.
These hang near the peak of your camping tent at night. But they’re not large enough to light up an entire workspace or light up a whole campsite.
For those types of tasks, you’ll want a large outdoor solar lantern for general lighting.
So getting the right size depends on how you intend to use your lantern.
Alongside physical size, the amount of light output makes a big difference in its usability.
Light output is measured in lumens, with higher values corresponding to brighter light.
Small lanterns tend to put out about 100 lumens of light. This is perfect for close tasks like reading a book or searching for items in a pack at night.
If you have a whole camp or cabin to illuminate, look for a solar camping lantern of at least 300 lumens to give you useable light.
Like everything else, there can be a wide range of materials and build quality in lanterns.
Many popular, inexpensive outdoor solar lanterns have knock-off competitors. But those knock-offs tend to use inferior parts and don’t last as long.
These lanterns are almost indistinguishable from the originals at first glance.
So make sure you pay attention to reviews and buy only from reputable sources.
Since solar lanterns have a variety of light outputs and battery sizes, it’s hard to compare them.
For example, solar panels are rated in Watts but if the lantern and solar panel are a combined unit, that spec may not even be provided by the manufacturer.
As a rule of thumb, larger solar panels collect more solar energy and charge batteries faster.
Faster charging can be a big advantage if you don’t expect many hours of full sunlight.
If you can charge your lantern by other means, that can give you a jump start.
So charging versatility is a plus (solar and USB). Most of my outdoor solar lanterns can also charge by USB.
This allows me to leave home with a fully charged lantern and use the solar panel to keep the lantern topped off.
Now that you have a better grasp of the differences and options, I want to share what I consider some of the best solar lanterns on the market today.
Here are a few of my favorites:
I first saw a LUCI light on a canoe trip with some friends and thought it had to be a joke.
A tiny LED lantern that you blow up like a beachball? But that first night, we went out for an evening paddle and get lost on the lake.
There was enough moon to see, but not to tell where our campsite was located.
We called a friend on the walkie talkie radio and asked if they could shine a light out towards us. So someone set up the LUCI light as a strobe on the beach!
We could see it from across the lake and paddled right into safety. After that, I was impressed and convinced!
The newest version, the LUCI Pro takes all the best features of the original and adds on some new tricks.
It’s waterproof, still weighs only a couple of ounces, and is less than 6” in diameter.
It packs down to 1.5” tall, but inflates to 4.5” and casts 150 lumens of warm, white light in all directions.
The integrated solar panel can charge the 2000mAh battery in about 14 hours. But you can also charge via USB before you reach camp.
It can even charge your cellphone via USB!
As a warning, the LUCI light is one that I see copied most frequently but there are no good knock-offs.
I’ve had several friends buy gas station versions, and they generally don’t last long.
So be sure to buy a real one, it’ll last, and the investment is worth it.
Its different light modes let you tailor the output to your specific task, from 50-70 lumens.
Its lightweight, collapsible design packs down to less than an inch thick. Yet it has enough battery power to last up to 24 hours.
This large outdoor solar lantern allows you to charge in approximately 10 hours of sunlight. But the USB cord can cut that to under 2 hours.
If you’re looking for a larger option, check out the PackLite Nova’s big brother, the LuminAID 2-in-1 Charger.
It provides all the benefits of the Nova but adds a larger battery and up to 300 lumens of light.
It also provides a charging outlet to power up your mobile devices.
When stowed away for transport, the lantern is roughly the size of a soda can. But once you reach the camp, three solar panels swing open, resembling a small propeller.
The top side of each blade has a good-sized solar panel, while the bottom features 6 white LED lights.
I like the ability to adjust the angle of the blades, either focusing or dispersing light to suit the task at hand.
Also, the small hanging hook on the top allows you to hang it overhead.
With only 2-4 hours of light on a single charge, this is more an emergency task light than one for an evening in camp.
Or since they’re so reasonably priced you could get a couple of them…
The Pocket Light is one of the best solar lanterns because can perform 4 important survival functions – all in one device.
First off, when you get the Pocket Light you’re actually getting 2 lights in 1!
In a matter of seconds, the Pocket Light converts from lantern to flashlight with nothing more than a simple push and pull.
While in it’s collapsed position it can be used as a handheld flashlight complete with a hidden handle for easy use.
Push and pull and in seconds the accordion-style cone on this light turns into an ultra-bright room brightening lantern – making this a collapsible solar lantern.
Because it’s so versatile the Pocket Light eliminates the need to carry separate flashlights, lanterns, or survival candles for emergencies.
The Pocket Light is also specially programmed to help get you rescued.
The Pocket Light has multiple light settings including an emergency strobe setting.
Once activated the emergency strobe turns your Pocket Light into an emergency beacon that can help you escape the most perilous situations.
Not to mention its high and low settings are perfect for the times you need ultra-bright light to see where you’re going; or when you need low light to save your eyes or eliminate detection.
Perhaps its most unique benefit is its ability to use solar energy to charge its built-in light and almost any USB charge device.
The Pocket Light is 100% powered by solar, so it never needs batteries to generate bright, white light.
That same solar energy can easily be used to charge phones, GPS units, solar radios, and more so you’ll be able to use them in emergencies.
The bottom line is:
The Pocket Light is a solar-powered lantern worth adding to your survival gear, bug out bag, or camping equipment.
They say “what goes around, comes around” – and that seems to be true even in outdoor gear!
It’s been 30 years since I last turned off my propane lantern in favor of a fancy headlamp. But now I’ve added another source of light as a favorite piece of cool camping gear.
A solar lantern.
A lantern that provides bright, even light for all campsite activities – by way of the sun.
Whether you love the outdoors or you’re planning for a doomsday scenario, it’s good to have a backup you can trust.
Utilizing solar gear makes a lot of sense nowadays, and a solar LED lantern is a great start!
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