Explorer and Twenty-first Century Survival Expert Brian Brawdy has appeared on over 1500 television news programs including CNN, Good Morning America, The Early Show, FOX News, and ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, The CW, CTV and Global TV affiliates across North America, and has been featured in The New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun Times, The Boston Globe, San Francisco Chronicle, The Denver Post, Miami Herald, The Vancouver Sun among others, spreading the message of Survival through Self Reliance to millions. As the Editor of Buried Logic he shares his daily message with breaking news and commentary for surviving and thriving in the 21st Century... Read More
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The BuriedLogic Podcasts feature "Breaking News, Commentary and Techniques for Surviving and Thriving in the 21st Century." Host Brian Brawdy interviews experts from all walks of life and profession, with the goal of learning how to anticipate, survive and thrive in any situation. From age-old wisdom to cutting edge philosophies and techniques, Brian and his guests uncover the skill sets necessary to face life at full-speed and flourish. Learning from a wide spectrum of situations, from tornados to terrorist attacks, from Mother Nature to more manmade disasters, the Buried Logic podcasts educate the listener to survive and thrive be it in the backcountry or the boardroom, from mountains to Main Street, from Wilderness to Wall Street. Produced by Mauro Media in Denver, Colorado these lively, colorful and motivational hour-long podcasts strive to remind us all that the brains and brawn to survive are within you.
Sometimes I get too worked up to type; too caught up to use a keyboard. Commentaries surface so quickly, the only way to vent them properly is by giving them a voice. Breaking news that needs a bit of banter, a touch of thinking out loud. Stories I think you need to hear about, literally. For me, the BuriedLogic Audio blog posts are the only way to go. Recorded onboard my Mobile BaseCamp and posted to BuriedLogic using the latest in satellite technologies from MotoSat, it's a way to share with you some thoughts off the top of my head and from the back of my mind. Hit the Audio speaker button, sit back and strap in.
Are you familiar with the term “Return to Vendor?”
It references a malfunctioning, damaged or defective product. Once identified, the faulty product needs to be removed from the retail store by returning it to its original vendor. Got to get it off the shelves! You have a piece of defective gear, you return it.
When you show a depraved, brutal indifference to Human Life, you in turn, set your shelf life.
When your actions evince a vicious disregard for the life of another, you have an expiration date.
At Buried Logic, we would be very interested in the person or people you would nominate to be Returned 2 Vendor.
One of my favorite places to explore is the very southern tip of the Everglades in Florida. I dig the alligators, the crocodiles, the myriad of amazingly stunning birds and the vast “River of Grass” itself. My favorite time of year is in late July/early August. Why? I usually have the place nearly to my self. The reason for the isolation, at least from other human beings, is plain and simple. The Mosquitoes.
The Mosquitoes this time of year are voracious hunters. You can expect bites at a rate approaching 400 per minute on unprotected skin. YIKES!
Fortunately, you can take my word for it and use the skills I learned in the Everglades and apply them Everywhere, even in your own back yard.
Before we get to our 5 Tips, take a look at this quick YouTube video.
Now, to the 5 tips.
1. Remember that Mosquitoes and Ticks are predators and have evolved to be some of the most successful hunters on our planet. They are responsible for more human deaths than any other critter. Mosquitoes and Ticks don’t bite you, they FEED on you! To them, we are nothing but a fast-food-drive-up-window. They use CO2, lactic acid, heat and moisture sensors to hone in on their prey. If you are in their domain, they will dominate you, and can spread some of the most deadly diseases know to humanity. In combatting this winged and crawling serial killers, The Best Defense is a Strong Offense.
2. Heavily scented toiletries are an attraction for bugs and bees. Avoid using scented soaps, lotions and shampoos. My “cologne” in the wild is Ben’s 30 tick and insect repellent water-based deet and Ben’s 100tick and insect repellent(I call Ben’s “Everglades Tested Tough” though I’ve tested it in Alaska as well). When I’m looking for a deet-free repellant, I useNatrapel 8 Hour.
3. When outside, you have to Dress for Success with light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Wear khaki or neutral colors. Mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors. Additionally, you should always try to cover your skin as completely as possible. Wear shoes, long sleeves and long pants with the cuffs tucked into socks. Also, check out the Insect Shield Repellent Technology for all of your gear. I use it exclusively when exploring the wild, even kicking around the parks at night and early morning.
4. Do a full body tick inspection when you undress or from time to time while you are outdoors. Ticks, just as voracious and vigilant as mosquitoes have one disadvantage. They can’t fly away. So they need to hitch a ride; half on you and half in you. They do a quick survey of your skin, then tunnel in with a hypostome (mouth) used to penetrate the skin. If your inspection misses them, let the drilling begin. Lyme Disease is always to be guarded against.
5. Don’t buy into the myths. Only YOU can prevent mosquito and tick attacks. No bats or birds, either black or blue, are going to make a difference. Rainy season or drought, mosquitoes reproduce in as little as a teaspoon of water and if there is a shaded, wooded area nearby, it’s a great staging ground for a tick assault.
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Day 2 of “The 7 Sins of Summer Safety” Week: 5 Tips for Sidestepping Mosquitoes and Ticks
One of my favorite places to explore is the very southern tip of the Everglades in Florida. I dig the alligators, the crocodiles, the myriad of amazingly stunning birds and the vast “River of Grass” itself. My favorite time of year is in late July/early August. Why? I usually have the place nearly to my self. The reason for the isolation, at least from other human beings, is plain and simple. The Mosquitoes.
The Mosquitoes this time of year are voracious hunters. You can expect bites at a rate approaching 400 per minute on unprotected skin. YIKES!
Fortunately, you can take my word for it and use the skills I learned in the Everglades and apply them Everywhere, even in your own back yard.
Before we get to our 5 Tips, take a look at this quick YouTube video.
Now, to the 5 tips.
1. Remember that Mosquitoes and Ticks are predators and have evolved to be some of the most successful hunters on our planet. They are responsible for more human deaths than any other critter. Mosquitoes and Ticks don’t bite you, they FEED on you! To them, we are nothing but a fast-food-drive-up-window. They use CO2, lactic acid, heat and moisture sensors to hone in on their prey. If you are in their domain, they will dominate you, and can spread some of the most deadly diseases know to humanity. In combatting this winged and crawling serial killers, The Best Defense is a Strong Offense.
2. Heavily scented toiletries are an attraction for bugs and bees. Avoid using scented soaps, lotions and shampoos. My “cologne” in the wild is Ben’s 30 tick and insect repellent water-based deet and Ben’s 100 tick and insect repellent (I call Ben’s “Everglades Tested Tough” though I’ve tested it in Alaska as well). When I’m looking for a deet-free repellant, I use Natrapel 8 Hour.
3. When outside, you have to Dress for Success with light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Wear khaki or neutral colors. Mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors. Additionally, you should always try to cover your skin as completely as possible. Wear shoes, long sleeves and long pants with the cuffs tucked into socks. Also, check out the Insect Shield Repellent Technology for all of your gear. I use it exclusively when exploring the wild, even kicking around the parks at night and early morning.
4. Do a full body tick inspection when you undress or from time to time while you are outdoors. Ticks, just as voracious and vigilant as mosquitoes have one disadvantage. They can’t fly away. So they need to hitch a ride; half on you and half in you. They do a quick survey of your skin, then tunnel in with a hypostome (mouth) used to penetrate the skin. If your inspection misses them, let the drilling begin. Lyme Disease is always to be guarded against.
5. Don’t buy into the myths. Only YOU can prevent mosquito and tick attacks. No bats or birds, either black or blue, are going to make a difference. Rainy season or drought, mosquitoes reproduce in as little as a teaspoon of water and if there is a shaded, wooded area nearby, it’s a great staging ground for a tick assault.
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“Don’t let the BAD Bugs Bite”
CDC is a good resource as well
How To remove a tick
CBS NEWS REPORT
Tomorrow on BuriedLogic: Day 3 of the 7 Sins of Summer Safety Week; Neglecting to protect yourself from the harmful UV rays from the Sun.