Mounting and disguising a wi-fi camera on a tree

Tree trunk with a steel shim screwed on with a self-tapping screw.
The task was plain: to learn how to quickly put a shim on a tree and put a camera on a magnet for covert surveillance.

Tree trunk with a steel shim screwed on with a self-tapping screw. Closer

The camera itself, magnetized to the shim.

1080P Mini IP Wi-fi Home Security Camera

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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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