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A Firefighting Family’s Official Guide to Off-Grid Camping
When you boil it down, there are only a few things you really need to enjoy your time off-grid. Here we break down the six necessities.
Four Stories of Impressive Americans Joining the Ranks of TEAM RUBICON
Check out the people behind the mission of Team Rubicon disaster relief.
A Retired Marine Passes on a BBQ Legacy to a Fellow Devil Dog
Tender pulled pork. Mouth-watering BBQ chicken. Spicy mac and cheese. A savory BBQ sauce infused with habanero for an extra kick. Team GovX was more… Read More »A Retired Marine Passes on a BBQ Legacy to a Fellow Devil Dog
A JAG Officer’s Journey to the Summit of Mount Rainier
Michele tackled the challenges of returning home from deployment in the way she knew best. By climbing a REALLY tall mountain.
COP BY DAY, FAMILY DOG BY NIGHT: Meet Dusty, the San Diego Police Dog
When San Diego K9 Dusty switches his work drive on, the loveable canine companion becomes a laser-focused, disciplined police dog.
This Colorado Hotshot Crew Joined a Battle for the Canadian Wilderness
Casey Gorsett, now a full-fledged member of the San Juan Hotshot crew, recounts his journey north to battle the summer blazes.
Don’t Worry, Be Happy, and Carry a Machine Gun
This You Are GovX member profile is about our friend Travis Pike, Marine veteran, writer, and GovX blog contributor. You may have seen him shoot the… Read More »Don’t Worry, Be Happy, and Carry a Machine Gun
How One Arizona Firefighter Balances Duty with Dad Life
It doesn’t get much more American than this guy. He’s a firefighter who followed in his father’s footsteps. He runs marathons in honor of fallen… Read More »How One Arizona Firefighter Balances Duty with Dad Life
Ten Facts About Smokejumpers, the Fire Service’s Craziest Warriors
Meet the smokejumpers, the special forces of the fire service. When a fire starts in a remote location, these elite jumpers tackle it.
This Hawaii Lawman Races Triathlons in Body Armor in Honor of Fallen Officers
When it comes to trends, Hawaii has always trailed behind the rest of the country. Trends in the lower 48 don’t reach the islands until months… Read More »This Hawaii Lawman Races Triathlons in Body Armor in Honor of Fallen Officers
This Crook-Hunting Colorado Detective Scores One Point at a Time
Detective Matthew Adams keeps his grandfather’s old shields and retirement revolver in a shadow box at his house. Back in the 60s, his grandfather was Chief… Read More »This Crook-Hunting Colorado Detective Scores One Point at a Time
When You’re a Cop for 33 Years, Not Much Fazes You Anymore
Rod Trunzo grew up in Minnesota, in the frigid northeast region known as the Iron Range. His father, an Italian-American iron-ore miner, was a strict man… Read More »When You’re a Cop for 33 Years, Not Much Fazes You Anymore
Navy SEAL Josh Bridges on Life, War, and Learning How to Win
Spending four years in sunny San Diego with SEAL Team 3 must’ve rubbed off on Missouri native Josh Bridges—He exuded a laid-back, California cool during… Read More »Navy SEAL Josh Bridges on Life, War, and Learning How to Win
Getting S**t Done in Flood-Stricken Texas: A Marine Joins Team Rubicon
Vic Mevo served six years with the USMC and tells us this story about participating in disaster relief efforts with Team Rubicon, the rapid deployment emergency… Read More »Getting S**t Done in Flood-Stricken Texas: A Marine Joins Team Rubicon
How to Land Your Dream Job as a Wildland Firefighter
A QUICK BACK STORY I personally think it is super important to follow that typical saying, “If you enjoy what you do for work, you… Read More »How to Land Your Dream Job as a Wildland Firefighter
This Handlebar-Mustachioed Firefighter Crushes the Crossfit Game
Justin Herzog is a competitive Crossfitter and a San Diego firefighter. He did us a solid earlier with his epic review of the TRX Training… Read More »This Handlebar-Mustachioed Firefighter Crushes the Crossfit Game
Review: Phil Klay’s REDEPLOYMENT
It’s the kind of book that every America-loving patriot should read, if only for the humbling effect it has on national pride.
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