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DIY, excursions, protection, Safety, Security, survival - June 21, 2025

10 Smart Tips to Secure Your Home While on Vacation

Going on vacation should be relaxing — not a source of worry about what’s happening back home. Unfortunately, empty homes can attract burglars, water leaks, or power outages. The good news? With a few smart precautions, you can leave your house with confidence. Here are 10 practical tips to secure your home while you’re away.

5 Best Ways to Cook Your Hog After a Hunt

There’s nothing like the thrill of the hunt, especially when you bring home a wild hog. But once the hard work of tracking, harvesting, and field dressing is done, it’s time for the best part — cooking that hog up right. Wild hog meat is rich, flavorful, and leaner than domestic pork, which makes it perfect for a variety of rustic, mouthwatering dishes. Here are five of the best ways to cook your wild hog and do your harvest justice.

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May 31, 2025

How to Install, Set Up, and Sight In Rifle Iron Sights: A Step-by-Step Guide

Iron sights are one of the most reliable and time-tested aiming systems for rifles. Whether you’re setting up a new firearm or upgrading a classic, understanding how to properly install, adjust, and zero your iron sights is essential for accuracy and confidence. This article walks you through the key steps for installing, setting up, and sighting in iron sights.

Understanding Minute of Angle (MOA) in Firearm Optics

Most rifle scopes designed for precision shooting have turrets calibrated in 1/4 MOA per click. That means for each click of the elevation or windage turret, you’re moving the point of impact roughly 0.25 inches at 100 yards.

How Astigmatism Affects the Use of a Red Dot Sight

How Astigmatism Affects the Use of a Red Dot Sight Astigmatism is a common vision condition caused by an irregular curvature of the eye’s cornea or lens. This imperfection disrupts how light enters the eye, leading to distorted or blurred vision. When using optical devices like red dot sights—frequently used in shooting sports and tactical applications—astigmatism can significantly reduce clarity and accuracy. What Happens with a Red Dot Sight? A red dot sight projects a round dot onto a lens, which the user aligns with a target. For those with normal vision, this dot appears sharp and precise. However, individuals...