Information On Stun Guns, Its Use And Effectiveness

Information On Stun Guns, Its Use And Effectiveness

Many people have seen stun guns in movies and television shows, where the actor uses it to fight off their enemies. In real life, they are carried by police officers, and ordinary citizens to protect themselves from personal attacks. These devices might look somewhat scary, but when used, they temporarily incapacitate the person without causing any long term damage. The stun gun victim will be out of energy and weak and will allow you time to flee.

In general, when we think of electricity hitting our body, we usually assume it is deadly, such as when lightning strikes someone. In small amounts, electricity is harmless. Stun guns consist of a high-voltage, low-amperage electrical charge. This means that the charge has a lot of pressure, but not as much intensity. When held against the attacker, the charge passes through their body affecting the attackers nervous system. The charge can even pass through heavy clothing. The only way this defense can cause damage to the attacker is if held for long periods of time. Since everyone has muscles and nerves, the stun gun is effective anywhere you hit the attacker.

Stun guns have a similar design. They are usually straight or curved and about the size of a flashlight and run on ordinary batteries. They are available in a variety of voltages and prices. The highest voltage available at this time is 1,500,000. The more voltage the stun gun has, the more quickly and reliable it will be. It may take more time to be effective if the attacker is large or the stun gun has a lower voltage. Never use the stun gun if the attacker has a firearm or knife.

Not every state allows you the right to carry at stun gun for self defense. Stun guns are restricted in: Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin, with restrictions in certain cities. If you are caught with a stun gun, you may have to pay a fine. Please make sure your state or country allows you to possess one legally.

Stun guns are perfect for women and seniors, but also for anyone who worries about being physically overpowered by someone else. Stun guns are simple to use. Also, they are convenient to carry and conceal. Stun guns have continuous charges and will be a very reliable defense if needed. This might be the time to look into purchasing a stun gun for yourself or someone you know. Everyone can benefit from owning one. Knowing you have a powerful defense will make your everyday life easier.

Whats In Your Hiking Pack?

Whats In Your Hiking Pack?

Every time I leave the pavement, I take along my trusty hiking pack even if I have no intention of hiking. Doing this has become a habit rather than a conscious decision. My pack goes with me when a hike, camp, hunt, fish, bird watch and even when I drive out of town. Ive been a boy scout and a United States Marine so I suppose I have learned to be prepared for almost anything. My pack is full of items I hope I will never need.

Whats In Your Hiking Pack? As an outdoor enthusiast, you have complete control over what you carry or what stays in the car such as a cell phone, do you carry one? I wouldnt dare go in the backcountry without all of the items listed below as Highly Recommend. Whats In My Hiking Pack? Here is my list split into two categories with the weight of each item in ounces:

Highly Recommend: Cell Phone (5 ounces), First-Aid Kit (9), Flashlight (4), Food – Beef Jerky (4), Insect Repellent (3), Map & Compass (4), Multi-Tool (9), Pack (24), Signal Mirror (1), Spare Vehicle Key (1), Sunglasses & Sunscreen (2), Water, Waterproof matches (1), Waterproof windbreaker (24), Whistle (1). Total weight: 5 pounds 12 ounces, not including water.

Nice to Have: Bandana (1), Binoculars (12), Cash & ID (1), Disposable Camera (4), Emergency Blanket (1), Extra Batteries (4), GPS Unit (10), Hand warmers (1), Hunting knife (8), Lighter (1), Lip Balm (1), Mini-Umbrella (10), Paper & Pen (1), Rangefinder (8), Road Flare (4), 12 feet of rope (2), Saw (7), Toilet Paper (1), Two-Way Radio (7), Work Gloves (2). Total weight: 5 pounds 2 ounces.

The total weight of my hiking pack not counting water, is 10 pounds 14 ounces. My pack has a shoulder harness system that takes the weight off of my lower back and distributes it evenly across my shoulders and upper back. I hardly notice my pack when Im wearing it. One last point, if you carry something make sure you know how to use it.

Weve all heard quotes about being prepared, such as Chance favors the prepared mind. Louis Pasteur and The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital. Joe Paterno and Chance fights ever on the side of the prudent. Euripides. I suggest carrying a well thought out pack is a good habit and a good outdoor life-skill. One day it may save a family member, an outdoor companion or even you.

Plan ahead before you venture into our backcountry, even if you plan to be gone only an hour or two. It makes good sense. With just this small amount of planning youll get the most out of your backcountry experiences.

Use this information and youll Get It Right The First Time. Get Outdoors!

Corporate Promotional Gifts – That Bring A Smile.

Corporate Promotional Gifts – That Bring A Smile.

In modern times, the success of your business enterprise depends, to a large extent, on how well you market your products. Effective marketing can be achieved by a number of strategies; and one of the best ways to make people aware of the companys existence is to advertise about the products and services offered by the company. However, along with direct advertising, there are certain additional methods by which you can bring the products and services to the notice of people.
To reward your best performers use promotional business gifts. You want them to feel truly appreciated, so make the promotional gift worthy of their time and effort. Sending promotional gifts is a means of rewarding clients, to show appreciation for their loyalty throughout the years; this will make customers feel like they are valued. Flyers are discarded the moment they are received, and are seldom read. But when a person is gifted with something that he/she can use, there is a probability that they will not only enjoy it, but they will also keep it for sometime, might be for several years and until the time they have it, they will remember the company.

One of the better methods is to print the name of the company on the gift. This doesnt involve any strategy and can be implemented even if there is lack of imagination. Name and brand recognition can be established by having the logo of the company or information of the company printed on the gift. This also helps build brand recognition amongst potential customers. Everyone loves free pens, key chains, memo pads and other fun personalized promotional business gifts with your company’s name and logo.
There are a number of promotional gifts available in the market that embrace a comprehensive range of clocks & watches, weather station wall clock, solar charger, solar torch, solar jar, solar power flashlight & charger, flashing led solar key chain, soft toys, umbrellas, mp3 player, golf gifts, fridge balls, torches, multifunction pen, Frisbee, desktop gifts pens, soccer balls, golf balls, key rings & key chains, travel & accessories, recycled products, mobile phone holders and bags. Their variety aids the multitude industry types, both existing and upcoming sectors in catering to their specialty audience section.

With so many varieties of promotional products available under the APD Promotions, one can choose the perfect promotional product for ones company from the comfort of ones office, and be wholly satisfied that he is getting the best deal available in the market. Thus, one can save both time and energy and gives lot of satisfaction. Promotional products are highly beneficial and can help you cash in on new business opportunities.

Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Every household has its own traditions, of course, but in our house growing up we were allowed to go into our stockings before our parents got up. The idea behind this, I’m sure, was to allow mommy and daddy to sleep in past four a.m., which is of course when we would have woken them up if we’d had to wait until they were up to enjoy any Christmas! With this in mind, gifts in our stockings were intended to occupy us until everyone had slept in as long as they wished and we could get on with the business of presents. Here are some ideas for stuffing stockings for all you Santa’s helpers out there.

For Children:

Small puzzles, action figures, miniature cars, baseball cards, Legos, modeling clay, paper dolls, balsa wood airplane kits, coloring books, puzzle books, activity books, comic books, jewelry or beads and string to make their own necklace, bubble solution, doll clothes, educational cards, miniature dolls, small electronic games, Pez dispenser, travel sized games of chess or checkers, card games, stickers, temporary tatoos, toy animals, coins, jump rope.

For Adults:

Key chain, gloves, safety whistle, Christmas ornament, rubber stamp and pad, postage stamps, votive candles, lip balm, music cd, calendar, address book, magazine, crossword puzzle book, Sudoku, travel size toiletries, metalic markers or calligraphy pen, pocket sized books, flash drive, paperback novel, calculator, sticky notes, 100 calorie snack packages, pedometer, tire gauge, garlic press or kitchen gadget, film, batteries, tea packets or coffee sample, fancy hot chocolate packet, art supplies, utility knife, spa items, nail trimming set, small desk items, mini kits from Running Press, gourmet food items, road maps, phone card, dvd, mug or travel mug, watch or watchband, ipod case, pocket magnifier, book mark, sunglasses, screwdriver/rachet all in one tool, tickets, small flashlight, pocket knife, harmonica, cell phone accessories.

For All:

An orange or other fruit, dried fruit, nuts, jerky, candy, candy bars, candy canes, tall pretzels.

Safety Precautions For Boating And Hunting

Safety Precautions For Boating And Hunting

Boating and hunting are certainly two of the most popular outdoor activities. In the following article we will take a look at each of them and discuss some of the safety risk involved.

Boating
The term boating usually refers to the recreational use of a pleasure craft. Fishing and waterskiing are two common boating activities along with many other sports. Millions of boaters can be found all around the world as it is an incredibly popular activity.

Boating Safety
For most people when they go out boating on the water the last thing on their mind is emergency preparation. This is a mistake which over time has cost many people their lives. Being prepared for an emergency is absolutely vital if you are going to go out boating. Common boating emergencies include someone falling overboard, boat breakdowns, boat leaks and capsizing.

Proper safety equipment is not only recommended but is mandatory in most places. Boating safety equipment includes life buoys, life jackets and ladders. A horn and bailer are also recommended and/or required in most areas. Survival suits are also recommended especially when boating in cold water where the risk of hypothermia is greater.

Proper maintenance of your boat is essential to ensuring a safe trip. Without proper maintenance your boat has a much greater risk of breaking down which will put the lives of everyone on board including yourself at risk.

Hunting
Hunting can be defined as the practise of pursuing some type of animal while attempting to capture or kill it. Hunting dates back many, many years and is a very celebrated pastime.

Hunting Safety
Unload all firearms when not in use. Although you may know that your firearm is loaded, the people around you may not. Never hop over a fence or climb into your tree stand with a gun that is loaded. When travelling on an ATV or other vehicle unload the gun as well.

Be sure that not only do you know what is in front of your target before shooting but also be aware of what is behind it. Many hunters leave this part out as they assume that they will not miss. That however is not the case.

The most important safety tip that we can offer you is to use common sense at ALL times. While hunting, do not at any time allow your emotions to override common sense.

Taking a compass and map with you will aid if you get lost. Even a flashlight is a good idea in case you become lost in the dark. The flashlight will also help in avoiding snakes and other potentially dangerous animals.

Following these tips will allow you a much better chance of having a safe and enjoyable time boating or hunting.

Make The Most Of Your Fishing Trip With The Right Equipment

Make The Most Of Your Fishing Trip With The Right Equipment

What Makes a Good Fishing Trip?
Ask most avid fishermen what makes a good fishing trip and you will probably get a variety of answers. While most consider the number of fish caught to be of the most importance, it is not the only consideration. A successful fishing trip should be relaxing, enjoyable and productive. To ensure the best of all three, it makes sense to be prepared.

In addition to the requisite reel, line and bait, there are a few additions that will add to your enjoyment. Fishing often times involves camping, and you cannot go camping without a flashlight or two. In addition illuminating a campsite and helping light the pathway between camp and the river, a quality LED flashlight is a major benefit while fishing by the waterside. If fishing at dawn or dusk, a flashlight will help you better prepare your fishing pole and bait for use.

The right knife is an important part of a good tackle box as well. Nothing can make fishing seem like an unpleasant chore than attempting to clean your day’s catch with the wrong sort of knife. A fillet knife with a sharp blade makes quick work of your cleaning chores. Choose one with a fixed or locking blade but it still flexible to cut through the delicate skin of your fish.

Fishing pliers are also a very important asset. Fishing pliers run the gamut from a simple set of pliers used to cut wire and attach weights to more elaborate fishing multi-tools that contain scissors, multiple sizes of pliers, wire cutters and more. Pliers can make difficult fishing tasks much simpler and do not cost a lot of money.

Choosing the Right Equipment
There are a variety of considerations that you must use when determining the right equipment for you. The length of time you are typically on a fishing trip, the type of facilities that you stay in and the type of fish that you catch.

The longer you are gone and the more primitive the conditions, the more important it is to have multiple fishing lights. LED flashlights and headlamps are excellent choices when you need auxiliary lighting. The LED bulb is long lasting and provides a clear and bright light.

The weight and size of your fillet knife and fishing pliers should be determined by the types of fish you catch. Of course the fisherman that fishes in the open ocean will need much more heavy duty equipment than the fisherman interested in teaching their young son or daughter the basics in a pond.

Regardless of what your intentions, fishing is much more enjoyable if you invest in the proper equipment and take proper care of it. Proper care ensures that your fishing equipment will last as long as possible. Some items such as an LED flashlight, may last decades. A fillet knife, properly cared for and regularly sharpened may last just as long. The best way to extend the life of fishing pliers is to purchase a pair that is made to do the job. Attempting to cut wire or remove hooks with a pair of pliers made for a smaller job is the quickest way to break the pliers and possible injure yourself in the process.

Fishing is a relaxing and fun way to enjoy the outdoors if you are properly prepared with the right equipment.

~Ben Anton, 2008

Led Flashlights And Other Gift Ideas For Dad

Led Flashlights And Other Gift Ideas For Dad

Father’s Day offers us the perfect opportunity to tell our dads how much we love him and appreciate all that he has done for us. If your dad is an outdoor enthusiast, a new hunting or camping tool is sure to show him that you took the time to purchase a thoughtful gift that he would appreciate. There are a number of exciting outdoor gadgets that may be just what your dad needs.

The Lenser Briefcase is an economical but considerate gift for the outdoor enthusiast. With a variety of LED flashlights and torches, there are enough lights to have one placed everywhere you dad may need one – on a key chain, beside the bed, in the garage, in the car or truck, with the tackle box or in with the hunting gear. The LED Lenser briefcase set includes an easy to carry, compact briefcase so that the lights can be kept together when not in use or if you want to travel with them. If the LED Lenser Briefcase is a bit more than what your father needs, consider the Auto LED. This flashlight provides a bright LED light, and is charged in your vehicle’s cigarette lighter. With an Auto LED in the car, you know that your dad will always have light, no matter where their adventures take them.

For the fisherman, a knife such as the Angler exchange blade fishing set provides a sturdy set of blades that can be used with the same handle. The blades have a locking mechanism for safety and include a nylon pouch to keep all of the blades in one location. The Angler system includes blades for boning and filleting the fish your dad catches as well as a separate, serrated blade. Want to add a little something to this gift? Consider a Fishing Flex LED. These lights hook to the bill of your hat, the tackle box, or anywhere else you can think to clip it. The Fishing Flex LED is just the tool for bright and hands free lighting.

Because your dad undoubtedly taught you to be safe at some point growing up, he may appreciate an emergency lantern. The LED bulb in the Coast LED lenser lantern provides 80 hours of superior LED bright light, and an additional 200 hours of fading light, which gives dad ample time to replace the battery. The bulbs in the Coast LED Lenser last over 100,000 hours, so this is probably a one time gift. The lantern is free standing, and provides more and better quality light than from traditional propane lanterns. Once you introduce your dad to this, you may want one of your own. LED light is an excellent choice for all types of outdoor lighting, because of the clear and bright light, and the long lasting bulbs and batteries.

No matter what your choice of gift for dad, you know that they will love it. Long-lasting and quality products designed for the outdoorsman – who could ask for more? Your dad will know that he has raised you right.

~Ben Anton, 2008

12 Essential Tips To Add To Your Moving Check List

12 Essential Tips To Add To Your Moving Check List

Moving means umpteen things to be done it is not about just putting things into boxes, taking them to another place, and unpacking there. The more complicated our lives get the more the things to be done before and after moving.

To make life easier and less complicated, use a moving checklist. This will help you move efficiently and methodically.

The first thing is to write down simple facts about your destinationwhat kind of weather, climatic changes, urban or rural, water potability, infrastructure in new home, size of home, colors of walls, rules made by landlord in case it is a rented homesome landlords specify no nails on walls.

A typical check list will have:

Inventory of goodsperishable, breakable, unbreakable. A room-wise inventory is recommended. Also a box containing first day needs marked load last, unpack first.
A file containing essentials like house documents, insurance papers, packing lists, bills to be settled, travel tickets, keys to new home, and bills to be settled.
A must do list to remind you to:
o Arrange transfer of school records.
o Pay utility and other pending bills.
o Transfer bank accounts.
o Turn off phone, heat, electricity, and gas connections.
o Disconnect television and Internet cables.
A list of to be done — post office notification; insurance for valuables, health checks and medications; buying travelers cheques ; closing club, gym, and library memberships; canceling newspapers and magazine subscriptions; returning any borrowed things; finding new homes for pets and plants; confirming travel plans.
Pack a travel kit containing cheque books, credit cards, personal phone book, I-pod, identity card, flashlight, keys to new home, toiletries, change of clothes, emergency medications, food, towels, alarm clock, games for kids, hat, and windcheater.
List of items to be sold/placed in storage. List of things to be repaired, replaced, painted, or refurbished.
List of legal papers and keys to be handed over to the landlord or new owner of your home.
A folder containing details of movers, truck number, drivers ID and cell number, as well as addresses and phone numbers of their office at the destination and call center or tracking center. An envelope containing cash or cheque to settle the movers bills.
Arrangements to be made in your new home before you arrive: a working phone, installing utilities like gas, electricity, and heat, putting in cable for the television as well as internet, turning on the water supply, getting the painting as well as any other alterations or repairs done before the trucks arrive.
Ready to use folder containing, birth certificates, school records, medical records, dental records, transfer papers, and anything else required to enroll them in the new school.
A bare necessities box marked No 1, containing: toilet paper, towels, soap, shampoo, bath towels, paper towels, insecticide, cereal, dehydrated milk, coffee, and other must haves.
A new home must do list: validate your car papers and drivers license, renew or get new insurance, put all legal papers in order (check applicable laws), make a list of emergency numbers: hospital, police station, social services, fire station, doctors clinic, and vet.

Be well prepared to move, make a list that pertains to you personally. If you are well organized the move will go smoothly.

Disaster Planning For The Hurricane Season – Pure Water For Natural Disasters

Disaster Planning For The Hurricane Season – Pure Water For Natural Disasters

The hurricane season will be upon us shortly and it is wise to begin preparations for all consequences associated with these catastrophic events. Timely and proper planning will avoid much of the stress resulting from hurricane damage and may well avoid injury and loss of life.

The Hurricane Season

Many people do not realize that the hurricane season is lengthy and spans the six month period from June 1 to December 1 each year. The frequency of major storms has been escalating recently in cycles that increase and decrease over 10 to 20 year periods. Most weather forecasters acknowledge that we are presently in a cycle of increased hurricane activity with the potential for as many as 15-17 named storms forecasted in 2006.

Areas of Risk

Hurricanes and tropical storms are a worldwide phenomenon. The storms affecting the United States and the Caribbean are called hurricanes while the storms in the Pacific are called typhoons and tropical storms in the Indian Ocean are designated tropical cyclones. Low lying coastal areas are at increased risk but inland areas as far as 200-300 miles can still suffer heavy damage. In the United States the coastal areas of the Southeast are at risk and all areas of the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico have historically seen extensive storm damage; areas as far north as Massachusetts and Rhode Island have suffered direct hurricane hits. In 2006, at least one major storm is forecasted to hit the Middle Atlantic and Northeast states.

Hurricanes are Serious Events

Anyone who has experienced a hurricane will attest to the fact that these are serious weather events.

Hurricanes are ranked from category 1 (sustained winds in excess of 78mph) to category 5 (sustained winds in excess of 155mph); even a category 1 storm can create extensive damage. Damage from wind, flooding and storm surges can destroy buildings and cause widespread flood damage. By far the most serious cause of impairment however, is the storm surge created by wind pressure and wave action. Storm surges as high as 30 feet are not uncommon in major storms.

In 2005 a category 3 storm (Katrina) destroyed a large portion of New Orleans and, notwithstanding substantial Federal Government aid, the area has yet to recover. In 2004 a deadly category 5 storm (Ivan) destroyed many of the homes and buildings on a number of islands in the Caribbean and the coastline of the Gulf of Mexico. Ivan was particularly dangerous with 24 hours of sustained winds of 165 mph and wind gusts recorded as high as 207mph. With a storm surge of over 20 feet, approximately 1/3 of a particular island was covered by water and disappeared from radar as the storm passed.

Hurricanes generally result in at least some loss of life both at sea and on land even for relatively minor storms, however major storms can be much more devastating. At the turn of the twentieth century, an unnamed storm took the lives of between 6,000 to 10,000 people in Galveston, Texas. The worst recorded loss of life resulted from a tropical cyclone that hit East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) with over 200,000 lives lost.

At a minimum, hurricanes result in the loss of water service, electrical power and communications for a period of time during and after the storm. Frequently, this period can extend for weeks and even months in some cases.

Modern Technology is Good News

Modern computer technology and forecasting techniques have increased the period of warning that allows preparation for the impact of the storm. These types of warnings allow preparation and even evacuation in the event of a powerful, threatening storm.

For those who remain in place during a storm, advance preparation is required in order to survive the aftermath of the storm. This requires stockpiling of the proper supplies prior to the storm because demand for supplies immediately before a storm increases rapidly and shortages occur. Therefore, advance preparation is the key to survival success.

A Three Step Disaster Plan

In order to survive a hurricane disaster, proper planning is critical and takes enormous effort. In addition to assembling supplies as early as possible, a plan must be devised and also practiced. A simple but effective plan developed by The Harvard Medical School is as follows:

1) Collect disaster supplies

The devastation incurred by Hurricane Katrina is graphic evidence of just how destructive natural disasters can be. Those affected are without electricity, water, domestic gas, telephone and even shelter. To be prepared, collect the following items and store them so that they will easily be found in the event of an emergency — but not so easily that you end up depleting the supplies without realizing it. Some people store these items in a section of the basement or a closet that is used infrequently. Decide what will work best for you.

Disaster-supply list

– Bottled water (1 gallon per person per day; three-day supply ideal)
– Cash (ATM and credit cards may not work or be accepted by businesses)
– Cellular phone (with non electrical charger, such as a car charger or AAA battery pack)
– Clothing and underwear
– Phone numbers of friends and family
– Important Documents (driver’s license, passport, birth certificate, etc.) in a waterproof container
– Dust mask (one per person)
– Eating utensils (plastic or disposable)
– Emergency numbers: local, state and federal
– Financial inventory (a list of bank and investment accounts, mortgages and loans, including account numbers and location of original documents)
– First-aid kit (see “Your first-aid kit,” below)
– Flashlight with extra batteries
– Food (canned goods and other nonperishable items that do not require cooking)
– Masking tape, duct tape
– Medical information (list of your medications, any chronic conditions and medical history)
– Medications (three-day supply of all daily medications)
– Paper towels, toilet paper and sanitary products
– Pet supplies and carrier (include food, water, leashes and records of shots)
– Plastic sheeting
– Radio (battery-operated) with extra batteries
– Scissors
– Sleeping bags or blankets (one per person)
– Toiletries (soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, etc.)
– Tools (can opener, knife, pliers; a Swiss army knife may suffice)
– Trash bags

2) Create a portable supply kit

In case you have to evacuate your home, it is good to put the supplies you think you would need the most in a portable container. Some people try to fit all of the supplies listed above in a large rolling trashcan with a lid or a large rolling cooler. Another option is to store the items in several small coolers or boxes. Think about what supplies you need, what you can reasonably carry or store in your car, and how many people will be available to help you transport the supplies.

3) Develop and practice an emergency plan
All the planning in the world will not do much good if you do not prepare ahead of time. Not only does this enable you to go through your plan while you are calm and thinking clearly, but it also enables you to modify it before you have to put it into action.

– Identify emergency evacuation routes and shelters in your community and near your workplace.
– Decide where family members should meet if you are separated in an emergency.
– Identify a backup location to meet at, in case the first location is impossible to reach.
– Identify a point-person in the family who will serve as the central contact to call in case of confusion.
– Choose an out-of-state friend or relative to serve as a backup contact, in the event that local lines are tied up or out of service.
– Provide every member of the family with a cellular phone or prepaid phone card to make sure they can make a call in the event of an emergency.
– Consider family members with special needs while making plans. (For example, who will help someone in a wheelchair?) Do not forget your pets, either. (For example, where can you leave pets if you have to evacuate to a hotel that does not allow them?)
– Practice the plan at least once per year.

Source: Harvard Medical School (hms.harvard.edu)

Water is Critical

Of all the supplies listed the most critical by far is an adequate supply of drinking water. Everything else (including food) is secondary to water because the body needs a large and continuous supply of fresh water. After a hurricane, water service is interrupted for lengthy periods of time because of lack of power and the fact that existing water supplies are often polluted. Pure and fresh water is mandatory to ensure proper hydration and avoid disease spread through polluted water.

Plan to collect and store water supplies that exceed the minimum and use the highest quality water possible. Ultra-pure distilled water can be stored for long periods because there are no minerals or bacteria in the water; supplies can be maintained almost indefinitely if stored in a cool dark place.

Estimate supplies for more than your immediate needs because in times of emergency and hurricanes many people move to safer structures or higher ground, which may burden existing supplies of safer locations.
Plan for the worst as your life and well being may be at stake

5 Important Tips To Enjoying A Safe

5 Important Tips To Enjoying A Safe & Happy Halloween

Each year, Halloween is accompanied by parties, trick-or-treating and costumes for people of all ages. On October 31st, its important to enjoy the festivities with a certain amount of caution and knowledge that can help to make this Halloween a happy one.

Inspect each piece of Halloween candy. Before anyone in your family eats candy obtained from trick-or-treating, make sure that you personally inspect each piece. Any candy that is open or appears to have been opened should be thrown away immediately. Additionally, items that are homemade or are not factory sealed should also be discarded. Its also important to check the expiration date on all candies before they are eaten.

Accompany children who are trick-or-treating. Regardless of whether you live in a small town or large city, its important to accompany children in their quest for Halloween treats. If there are plans to chaperone a group of children, there should be one adult for every two children in order to ensure that proper supervision is present. Truthfully, one adult cannot possibly keep an eye on a large group of trick-or-treaters.

Carry an emergency kit. Whenever you are out at night, its important to carry a cell phone with emergency telephone numbers, a working flashlight with new batteries and a first-aid kit. These items can be placed inside of a purse or fanny-pack.

Stay within familiar areas. If you are planning to be out and about this Halloween, make sure that you remain in well-lit areas that you are also familiar with. Speaking of lights, children should only trick-or-treat at homes that welcome the tradition, which will be visibly noticeable by the presence of an outside light being turned on. Avoid any homes that are dark or give other reason for concern.

Obey local laws. Every area has rules regarding dates and times for trick-or-treating, which are designed to promote safety. For this reason, its important to familiarize yourself with your towns curfew and age restrictions relating to trick-or-treating.

When it comes to Halloween, its important to have fun with your family and still maintain a watchful eye on their safety. With a little forethought and the right knowledge, you can make the upcoming October 31st a real treat for everyone.