Greetings comrades, I'm hope you're holding up well. I know that for those of us in the US, the last week has been rough. Make no mistake, the democratic party was never truly "for" us, but I know that the way things went on election night has a lot of us absolutely terrified. I've been doing some thinking over the last week, and I thought I'd leave some of it here:

1: The number of leftist and left-leaning people who are getting organized and getting serious about defense is aamazing. I've talked to a good dozen people in the past week who are in various stages of getting prepared. As much as this sucks, at least it seems like people aren't going to take it laying down.

2: we have roughly two months til the transition of power. Use that time wisely. The best time to get organized was 10 years ago, but the second best time is now. This doesn't mean run out and panic buy, but take the time to build relationships and maybe stock up on some essentials. If you take medications, HRT, etc, maybe see if you can get an extra prescription. I've had great success calling my Dr and saying I lost my prescription bottle shortly after a refill.

3: medical training is ESSENTIAL. If you don't already have it, now is the time to get it. Find a Stop the Bleed classes near you and take all your friends with you. If you can afford further training, look into a WFR certification , as well as TCCC or TECC training. Don't forget more basic first aid, such as CPR and AED training. Likewise, if you DO have training, now is the time to teach anyone who will listen.

4: hold on to each other. We are what keeps us safe.

5: My training offer still stands. If you're anywhere near me (amarillo/lubbock area), even if I have to meet you halfway, I'd be honored.

6: I leave you with a couple quotes I remember my dad using when I was a kid. Any time I was convinced things were never going to get better, he'd always tell me that "Everything will be OK in the end; if it's not OK, it's not the end."

The other one he would constantly say in times of trouble was "This too shall pass. It may pass like a kidney stone, but it'll pass."

Stay safe comrades, we've got this.

Hello comrades! Just letting you know that I've relocated to New Mexico. I'm in Eastern NM, about 90 minutes from Amarillo. If you're anywhere close to me, lmk!

I'm working on setting up a community homestead type thing. It's gonna start out pretty small. I know we will need some people to farm/garden for food and I have a couple friends who are trying to become registered nurses that could help us out. We will also have some amount of guns/defense equipment . What other roles/jobs do I need in a community post collapse. Do note that it will start out as a very small community and then grow so I would prefer any lists/recommendations start with the most essential work type first.

Any comrades out in AZ?

On April 21 we are partnering with @novaprismcenter (NoVA Prism Center) in providing a free Enhanced Stop The Bleed and First Aid training to the community. Through this workshop, attendees will learn to provide assistance in times of crisis, including casualty evaluation and caring for basic injuries. Attendees will also have the opportunity to purchase an individual first aid kit for $45! Free refreshments will be available during the break between sessions.

For more information and registration, please check out the event page at https://qr.funra.org/g/98n6KxTAPD

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Hello! Sorry for the recent absence. Between starting a new job, my university classes, and my competitive shooting season coming to an end, I've been running nonstop. This last week, I've been in San Antonio for the ACUI clay target national championship, but I'll be headed home tomorrow. Expect more posts in the next few weeks as I have a bit more time to work on things. In the meantime, what kind of content would pique your interest?

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Very interesting article and highlights the dilemmas of left leaning peoples.

“Anybody who’s a left-leaning gun owner does find themselves politically and culturally homeless."

https://www.washingtonian.com/2024/02/29/lgbtq-gun-owners-are-breaching-the-right-wing-arms-bubble/

I was recently asked about community volunteer groups and so I thought I would throw this out to the community. If there are any r/communityprep Members in the Denver Metro area looking for community volunteer opportunities or looking for ways to help out our community here are some upcoming events:

https://www.mdhi.org/pit

the Point in Time Count is coming up in January. This is a census of individuals experiencing homelessness. There is a need for volunteers to help servay these individuals. This is how the official data on how many community members are living without formal shelter and those numbers will help direct resources from Federal, State, and local funding. (Even if you don't live in/around Denver consider finding the organization in your area to volunteer with.)

https://sparkthechangecolorado.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=871267

As some of you may have heard the new Denver mayor launched an initiative to get 1000 individuals off the streets. A State of Emergency was activated in Denver and significant resources have been deployed towards this effort. They are now calling for volunteers as they enter the move in phase of this initiative. The city is looking for volunteers to help individuals move into their accomodations and get settled.

Regardless of what your political views are on the unhoused problem these are worth-while efforts to help those in our community experiencing homelessness. Please consider volunteering.

Hey everyone!

Love to see this. I'm here specifically to learn more about community organizing, mutual aid, and practical firearms training drills. Im a lifelong shooter, but very much of the redneck variety. Shooting bags of non newtonian fluids or propane tanks with my dad's old .35 Remington lever action was a normal way for me to spend a Sunday afternoon as a kid. But, I have loads to learn.

What do I have to offer?

I've worked in the outdoor industry in some capacity or another for most of my adult life, and have been a raft, backpacking, and mountain bike guide. I feel very comfortable in the outdoors. Gear recs, tips and tricks, and generally "how to be self sufficient in the woods" on a practical level that isn't focused on high end gear or bushcraft is my jam. I'm also a professional educator, so I could offer advice when it comes to structuring clinics and other learning experiences. I hold a Wilderness First Responder cert, and have for some time. That doesn't make me a medical expert by any means, but I'm happy to share ideas and experiences.

Happy to see folks being proactive and looking out for each other!

Stay safe, friendos

I have created an LGBTQ (and ally) space for LGBTQ gun owners or LGBTQ people that are just curious about getting informed about firearms. Come join r/LGBTQGunOwners ! We are growing exceptionally fast!

For those in the DMV area, our 501(c)3 Nonprofit is doing it's next class on Sat, Nov 18th!

NEW! Full package now includes a Concealed Carry book and a Basic IFAK! A $90 value!

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Full class details, including book info & IFAK contents: https://funra.org/stb-firearm-safety-va/

Register: https://qr.funra.org/g/3y98amnd4sT

Training will consist of a Stop the Bleed class and a Handgun Safety class.

Stop the Bleed: 10:30am to 12:00pm

Break/Lunch : 12:00pm to 12:30pm (Bring a lunch, fridge & microwave on site)

Handgun Safety: 12:30pm to 5:00pm

As an added bonus, all students will receive a one-time use discount code from two of our partners, u/AMRIKA-ARMORY and u/ABetterWay2A!

The Stop the Bleed portion is approximately 1.5 hours with lecture and hands-on skills for stopping life-threatening bleeding.

The Handgun Safety portion is approximately 4.5 hours long with lecture and discussions on the basics of firearms ownership, handgun safety and nomenclature, and handgun fundamentals and operation, as well as Virginia firearms laws.

NO WEAPONS OR AMMUNITION ARE ALLOWED.

For those in the DMV area, our 501(c)3 Nonprofit is doing it's next class on Sat, Nov 18th!

NEW! Full package now includes a Concealed Carry book and a Basic IFAK! A $90 value!

USCCA CCHDF Book & Basic IFAK with NAR CAT (Gen7)

Full class details, including book info & IFAK contents: https://funra.org/stb-firearm-safety-va/

Register: https://qr.funra.org/g/3y98amnd4sT

Training will consist of a Stop the Bleed class and a Handgun Safety class.

Stop the Bleed: 10:30am to 12:00pm

Break/Lunch : 12:00pm to 12:30pm

Handgun Safety: 12:30pm to 5:00pm

(Bring a lunch, fridge & microwave on site)

The Stop the Bleed portion is approximately 1.5 hours with lecture and hands-on skills for stopping life-threatening bleeding.

The Handgun Safety portion is approximately 4.5 hours long with lecture and discussions on the basics of firearms ownership, handgun safety and nomenclature, and handgun fundamentals and operation, as well as Virginia firearms laws.

NO WEAPONS OR AMMUNITION ARE ALLOWED.

Hey all. After some recent account security issues, I've added my alt (TheBeardedCommie) as a mod just in case this acc gets messed up again. Cheers!

In an effort to make our training even more accessible, we've created a discount for the reddit community.

We really want to get the biggest reach and only charge when we have to use a venue and then charge the least we can to help cover those venue expenses.

Use "reddit-oct" when you register to get a 50% discount!

An almost day long class for $20!

Class is next Saturday, 10/14 in Fairfax, VA!

Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/02cc932c-3c15-45d4-b5e4-e0347b06fb28

Coming Soon: NoVA Prism Center is hosting a FREE Enhanced Stop the Bleed & 1st Aid Class with FUN/RA Training on 12/2/23 in Oakton, VA, details TBA!

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For those in the DMV area, our 501(c)3 Nonprofit is doing it's next class next weekend!

Register: https://qr.funra.org/g/3y98amnd4sT

Training will consist of a Stop the Bleed class and a VA Handgun Safety class.

Stop the Bleed: 10:30am to 12:00pm

Break/Lunch : 12:00pm to 12:30pm

Handgun Safety: 12:30pm to 5:00pm

(Bring a lunch, fridge & microwave on site)

The Stop the Bleed portion is approximately 1.5 hours with lecture and hands-on skills for stopping life-threatening bleeding.

The VA Handgun Safety portion is approximately 4.5 hours long with lecture and discussions on the basics of firearms ownership, handgun safety and nomenclature, and handgun fundamentals and operation.

NO WEAPONS OR AMMUNITION ARE ALLOWED.

Learn more about us: https://funra.org/what-we-do/

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Hey y'all, I'm no expert but I've been shooting since I was about 4-5 years old (father was military, Mom was country, lmfao). I've got a small acreage in the woods, a few different types of firearms and ammo, and some free time. I've got mostly handguns (semi-auto pistols, revolvers) and shotguns myself, and can borrow just about anything specific you might want to try.

If you're in the area and nervous about going to a range (or Bass Pro), I gotcha. This area of the country tends to really not like queer folk and it can be intimidating trying to get into firearms without the extra threat level.

Also looking for a plinking buddy or two. My girlfriend passed away a few months ago and my dogs do NOT practice good trigger discipline so...

Anyone trading trades. Need skilled friends. I do low voltage and long range p2p antennas

**Press Release**

Folx United Now / Reaction & Assistance Training (FUN/RA Training) is proud to announce the launch of our inaugural training classes, Stop the Bleed & VA Firearms Safety Class. This milestone marks the realization of our Board of Directors' vision to establish an organization that specifically caters to the needs of communities often overlooked by conventional training organizations.

The classes will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2023, in Prince William County and Saturday, September 23, 2023, in Fairfax. Visit our calendar for all the details: https://funra.org/calendar/

Read the full press release at: https://funra.org/press-news/

Title says it all. Moving to upstate NY soon and looking to build out local connections and learn more about land use, management, and conservation, as well as growing things and getting involved locally.

New Non-profit in the DC, MD, VA (DMV) Area

Hello! We are FUN/RA Training; Folx United Now - Reaction & Assistance Training Company, a 501(c)3 non-profit with the mission to provide free to very low cost training to marginalized communities so they can Survive Active Violence Events. We do this by providing courses on active shooter response, emergency/trauma first aid, and firearms safety.

We are starting to schedule classes!

We will be offering free to very low cost classes on active shooter response, 1st Aid/CPR/AED certifications, Stop the Bleed and other similar courses, as well as Firearms Safety courses for VA CHP & MD W&C.

Check us out at:

https://funra.org

https://twitter.com/FUNRA_Training

Hello all, got an invite to this community and thought it was a great idea.

I’ll keep it brief. Im just the run of mill 33 bald white dude. I believe everyone who has the rights to carry a firearm in this country should at least know how to properly and safely operate a firearm, have general firearm knowledge, and train for better general awareness/perception skills.

I don’t believe in anything other than mental health having a bearing on your right to defend yourself or bear arms.

I’m based just outside Louisville, Ky

I have access to a private club range where I can help people 1 on 1 or I can be reached in here for questions/general help

-I have decent experience training with a lot of different firearms over the years.

• have experience in practical firearms training for roughly 20+ years. learning from police and military personnel

• former police officer prior to military service

-nra range safety officer qualifications (but also fuck the nra)

My main focus has been practical self defense style training of firearms and awareness skills in urban social environments. I’m not going to be able to turn you into John Wick or Jerry Mitchelek but I can help you learn from zero experience how to safely operate a weapon, be aware of how to avoid or get out of dangerous situations, and what to do if it becomes unavoidable

Recent hate crimes in my area have gotten bad and there was just a nearly fatal attack on someone leaving my favorite gay bar. I want to add some body armor to a leather jacket I’m modifying, but only if it’s likely to help. There’s plenty of gimmicky stuff out there for men who want to play cop or soldier that probably isn’t the best gear for the job. I’m sure there’s tons of research in protective clothing and plate size and placement but I don’t know how to access it. I’m not looking for the best of the best. What’s going to give me the best actual risk reduction without breaking the bank or impeding mobility too much? Is it worth doing at all or does it just create a false sense of security?

What are my best self defense weapons and deterrents on the day to day that aren’t a firearm?

Happy Pride #PrideWasaRiot

Greetings comrades! I am in the process of moving to the Richmond/Central Virginia area and would love to connect with like minded folks who want to learn and work together!

I have a good bit of firearms experience (no expert but can help newbies learn) and I also am looking to start gardening for anyone interested in that sort of aspect to learn to pull yourself out of the capitalist food curn.

Hope to hear from y'all soon!