What makes effective camouflage

Creation
Whether through intelligent design or a Divine Creator, effective camouflage actively or passively mimics nature.

Color
Effective camouflage matches both the obvious and subtle color nuances found in both plant and animal life in an environment.

Contrast
Effective camouflage takes advantage of naturally occurring changes in shadow and light.

Contour
Effective camouflage mimics the naturalunsymmetrical shapes and contours of objects found within an environment.

Context
Effective camouflage blends it together to give the appearance of belonging within a particular environment.

Cognition
Effective camouflage confuses the sensory organs and overloads the RAS portion of the brain.

RAS stands for Reticular Activating System.

Source - Hidden Success Tactical

Assault Prevention Tips

1. Acknowledge high risk areas; plan and prepare accordingly.
2. Use avoidance and de-escalation whenever possible.
3. Fight as a last resort, but fight ferociously.
4. Plan your route, but vary it often.
5. Use extra caution when traveling or walking alone.
6. Never leave food or drinks unattended.
7. Know your alcohol tolerance level and don't exceed it.
8. Limit your use of technology distractions in public.
9. Share your itinerary with trusted friends and family.
10. Notify friends/family if you are delayed.
11. Take responsibility for your safety; you may be your only help.
12. Keep at least one hand free at all times.
13. Be wary of strangers/loiterers paying too much attention to you.
14. Wear clothing and accessories you can easily run in, if necessary.
15. Be respectful, straight-forward, and assertive when communicating.
16. Know your suspicion/anxiety triggers and heed them when they're set off
17. Fight dirty without apology.
18. Make a throw wallet/pocketbook you can toss and run.
19. Use flat, reflective surfaces as mirrors.
20. Sit in locations offering the best view of your surroundings.
21. Carry a self-defense tool you can quickly and effectively deploy.
22. Park your vehicle in well-lit areas.
23. Check interior and exterior of cars before entering.
24. Park your vehicle so you can drive straight out rather than reversing first.
25. Try to identify and maintain two or more paths to safety.
26. When you stop, keep your back towards a wall or immovable object.
27. Take practical self-defense classes regularly.
28. Be proficient with every weapon you carry.
29. Use a single earpiece or avoid using earbuds/headphones while exercising.
30. Trust your intuition. If it doesn't look, smell, sound, or act right; it's not.

Source - Hidden Success Tactical

10 Commandments of Gray Man. Tactics and Mindset

1. Do not create excess stimuli for others.
2. Be aware of others and your surroundings.
3. Maintain calmness and self-control.
4. Do not wear tactical clothing or gear.
5. Avoid bright-colored clothing/accessories.
6. Practice good OPSEC and PERSEC protocols.
7. Do not seek out conflicts.
8. Choose flight over fight when possible.
9. Learn and use counter-surveillance tactics.
10. Your safety is YOUR responsibility.

OPSEC stands for Operations Security,
PERSEC - for Personal Security.

Source - Hidden Success Tactical

Gray Man Quick-Reference Guide for Urban Concealment Basics

Gadgets
Avoid technology distractions by:
1. Limiting dependence on mobile devices
2. Reducing focus on attention seekers
3. Limiting earbud and headphone use

Gear
Choose gear that:
1. You gain/maintain tactical proficiency
2. You can concealably carry
3. You can easily deploy

Guides
Obtain subject knowledge through:
1. Books and manuals
2. Training courses
3. Online materials

Gestures Use self-control to:
1. Reduce produced stimuli
2. Present neutral body language
3. Avoid conflict and offence

Gaps
Take advantage of gaps in:
1. CCTV coverage
2. Lapses of attention by others
3. Security oversights

Garments Choose clothing that:

1. Mirrors others
2. Respects cultural environment
3. Acknowledges social norms

Gait
Continually analyze your walk by:
1. Increasing or reducing speed
2. Changing direction when necessary
3. Go with the established pedestrian flow

Geo-spatial
Remain cognizant of:
1. The proximity of others
2. Changes in your environment
3. Points of egress/escape

Guile
Use your intelligence by:
1. Reading, learning and practicing to acquire skills
2. Heeding intuition/gut instincts
3. Using common sense

Source - Hidden Success Tactical

72-Hour Survival Kit. Stay alert and keep these items ready this rainy season

CLOTHES
When it rains, It pours! When you get wet, make sure you have dry clothes to quickly change into. You can't afford to get sick and in times like these, the threat of disease spreading is extremely high

WHISTLE
It's bad enough that you don't have a signal on your mobile phone but worse when you run out of battery. When you're in distress and need to draw attention to yourself, having a whistle can help rescuers spot you.

FLASHLIGHT
When electricity is out, don't be left in the dark. A handy flashlight will be your best guide as you rummage through the darkness.

BOTTLED WATER
You can survive without food but not without water; it's the most important thing on your list and should be the first thing you pack in your survival kit. Prepare at least 3 liters of water that's good for 3 days.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS
When you need to thread on high waters, it's a good idea to keep your important documents in a waterproof-container or resealable plastic bag.

CELLPHONE
If you're stranded in the middle of nowhere and you need to call for help, your mobile phone will do, just make sure your battery is always full. So hold off on playing Candy Crush for now, your ticket request can wait.

FIRST AID KIT
Whatever the weather is, you should have a first aid kit with you at all times. Just remember, your best defense is a good offense.

BATTERY-OPERATED RADIO
Keep up-to-date with what's going on in the news. Listen for updates and monitor events folowing a disaster. Ignoring evacuation instructions could spell the difference between life and death.

READY-TO-EAT FOOD
Food is vital for your survival. Just make sure you pack foods that will last at least 3-7 days. Packaged non-perishable or canned food and boxed juiced are best.

EMERGENCY MONEY
ATM offline? Always make sure you have cash on hand just in case you'll need to buy extra supplies.

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Text by: Ralph Abogado
Graphics: Mica Cruz

Набор выживания на 3 Дня. Будьте бдительны и готовы

ОДЕЖДА
Теплая кофта, курточка, термобельё и носки.
Одежда подбирается с учетом времени года.

СВИСТОК
Или другое сигнальное средство.
Одна из рекомендаций МЧС,между прочим.

ФОНАРИК
Простой и надежный источник освещения в темном помещении или ночью.
Не забудьте про запасные батарейки.

ПИТЬЕВАЯ ВОДА
Выжить 3 дня без еды - запросто. А без воды нет.
Чистая питьевая вода в герметичной таре в количестве 3 литра на человека.

ДОКУМЕНТЫ
Документы, устанавливающие личность, документы на оружие, на ТС, свидетельства о рождении детей, и т.п.
Хранить лучше в герметичном контейнере или пакете.

АПТЕЧКА
Может понадобится в любой экстренной ситуации.
Гуглите рекомендации по комплектации, чтобы не ошибиться с выбором препаратов.

РАДИОПРИЁМНИК НА БАТАРЕЙКАХ
Просто, чтобы быть в курсе ситуации и следить за развитием событий.

ЕДА Консервы, сублиматы, крупы.
Все то, что быстро готовится и имеет долгий срок хранения.

ДЕНЬГИ
Кредитка не прокатит.
Банкоматы могут уже не работать. Наличка поможет вам пополнить запасы продовольствия, или пройти через кордон, если это будет необходимо.

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