Author Archives: Paul

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CERT Coordinator, Ham Radio Operator, GTD Fan; Photographer; Domino/Notes Administrator

XCTC – Day Twelve (Mon) – lotion; water; FREDI location; Tactical Nav

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Paul

Lotion: -So far, the inexpensive Albertsons SP30 suntan lotion (greaseless and non-odor) is working well. Strategy is to apply at home, so I can see what I’m doing in the mirror. I then re-apply twice during the day. Key, for … Continue reading →

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XCTC – Day Eleven (Sun) – navigation-on-the-go; Kit Fox; Sniper; lotion

Posted on June 13, 2021 by Paul

Navigation on the Go -I’m getting pretty good at using the “Tactical Nav” app for navigation while on the go. A MGRS coordinate is relayed via radio and I plug in the numbers. I then look to see if there … Continue reading →

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XCTC – Day Ten (Sat) – navigation; sun; food; soldiers

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Paul

Navigation Was given an MGRS code and was able to plug-in to my Tactical Nav app, plot a course, and then get us there precisely. This was also off-the-grid — I was in airplane mode, to save battery. Sun I’m … Continue reading →

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