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UF PRO Announces Its Latest Video Series on Tactical Tracking

Tuesday, April 21st, 2020

TRZIN, SLOVENIA (20 April 2020)—UF PRO, a maker of advanced tactical clothing for military and law-enforcement units in Europe and beyond, today announced it will debut on 27 April the first installment of a free, five-part video series teaching the latest tactical tracking techniques for apprehending crime suspects on the run.

The video series—titled “Pro’s Guide to Tactical Tracking”—follows former Dutch Royal Marine Boris Vos and his team of tactical trackers as they hunt down potential suspects., UF PRO said.

From episode to episode, Vos informs viewers about the newest ways of identifying and correctly analyzing the footprints, broken branches, campfire ashes, discarded items, and other telltale clues left by fleeing individuals, UF PRO said.

According to the company, tactical tracking using the latest techniques makes it possible to predict where vanished suspects will remerge and what escape routes they’ll likely use if they sense they’re about to be collared-and-cuffed.

“Tactical tracking is a high-level skill set that allows military personnel or law enforcers to gather visual indications of a suspect’s recent presence in or movement through an area and then correctly interpret what those indicators reveal,” UF PRO said.

UF PRO said each installment of “Pro’s Guide to Tactical Tracking” will be made available one week apart. The announced approximate release dates following the 27 April premiere are:

• Part Two—4 May

• Part Three—11 May

• Part Four—18 May

• Part Five—25 May

In Part One, Vos and his team of tactical trackers are summoned to hunt a gang of suspects who’ve vanished. At the scene of the incident, Vos demonstrates how to record and evaluate the evidence carelessly left behind by the suspects as they took flight.

In Part Two, the team follows the suspects trail into a forest. Vos describes a dilemma the lead tracker typically faces in such an environment and explains how to use a five-step track-pursuit exercise to get out of that bind.

The trail leads to a cave system in Part Three. There, Vos and his team discover an extinguished campfire and make important deductions based on partially burned evidence retrieved from the ashes.

Next, the team in Part Four tracks the suspects through an open field. The tactic that works best here is a Y-formation search pattern. Vos explains the principles behind it and shows why it’s the ideal choice in this situation.

In the concluding episode, Part 5, Vos shares tricks that can be used when suspects seek to disappear inside an urban area, as does the gang he and his team have been chasing. The most important of these presented techniques is known as the “track trap”—useful for knowing through which intersections suspects pass as they flee along paved roads.

Vos is a former Royal Netherlands Marine qualified to teach sniping and jungle warfare in addition to combat tracking. His skills as a combat tracking instructor were acquired from the United Kingdom’s Training Team Brunei, based in Southeast Asia. In addition to his own Royal Netherlands Marines, Vos also developed combat tracking courses on behalf of special operations forces, regular military, and law enforcement units from nations all around the world. Vos during his military career completed six operational deployments and currently serves as the senior trainer in a leadership development program for African rangers assigned to catch game poachers.

In conjunction with the “Pro’s Guide to Tactical Tracking”—available for viewing at no cost—UF PRO said it will give away a limited-edition tactical tracking patch to watchers who also order €100 or more of tactical gear from the company’s online store.

More information about the “Pro’s Guide to Tactical Tracking” is available on UF PRO’s website.

Read UF PRO tactical resources articles about other essential skills including combat medical care and close-quarters combat here.

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FORCE IMI Launches new Full Operational Training & Readiness Center in Florida

Friday, April 17th, 2020

Immokalee, Florida – April 16th, 2020

Immokolee, FL April 16th, 2020. FORCE IMI (the “Company”), announced today that it is operating a Homeland Security (“HLS”) training center in Immokalee, Florida. The training facility, branded FORCE CENTER (the “Center”), formerly served as the location of the Hendry Correctional Institute Complex. The Company offers the Center to government entities and third parties for private on-site training use. It also works with law enforcement, military, fire and EMS first responders to design and develop customized HLS training to meet operational requirements.

“The changing nature of today’s threat environment necessitates corresponding changes to training methods and doctrines. We are actively supporting end-user communities nation-wide as they work to maintain a high level of readiness,” said Roy Levy, CEO of FORCE IMI. He further stated, “to this aim, the FORCE CENTER remains open and available to Federal, State and Local authorities responding to the current COVID-19 Pandemic. During these challenging times, we are committed to helping our local first responders and crisis management teams across Southern Florida.”

The FORCE CENTER is located in a remote area 40 minutes east of Naples, Florida. The Center encompasses 1200 acres of secured land and includes multi-operational training venues and furnished scenario buildings. The Center features an off-road tactical driving range, 360 firing range, a 2-mile precision rifle range with a 4-story sniper tower, FAA certified unrestricted airspace 3721(Class G), a 3,700ft runway, and multiple landing zones for helicopters.

Additionally, the FORCE CENTER offers on-site housing accommodations consisting of a five-acre housing village with six duplexes and a larger open barracks area capable of sleeping up to 80+ personnel. Each Duplex has 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a full kitchen, a living room and covered parking for one vehicle.

About FORCE IMI

Established in 2018, FORCE IMI core’s mission is to provide advanced training to law enforcement, military, and security industry professionals by enhancing the human factor through advanced methods and skills derived from the Military and Homeland Security Experience.

For more information on FORCE IMI, its services, and its facilities, visit www.forceimi.com

Primary Facility Contact
Roy Levy – CEO
RLEVI@forceimi.com

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Varusteleka’s Remote Military March

Wednesday, April 15th, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all FTXs in Finland have been canceled. But as Varusteleka OY points out, they have 1600km of common border with Russia. Consequently, they see a need to keep their troops in top condition.

Varusteleka has taken it upon themselves launch what they calling a “remote military march.”

Rather than unit-level training, they want individuals to participate and they don’t care if you aren’t in Finland. It’s about solidarity and fitness after all. They already have some of the US partners joining up as well as lots of other Europeans as well.

Participants will get an awesome patch. They also have the Corona-division, where you need to do either 25km or 50km march with your protective mask on.

Plain and simple, each individual warrior executes their march according to their guidelines and shares the fun on social media. This way everyone can keep in top rucking condition and bring some good vibes to these grim times.

All participants who complete the challenge and share it in social media will get the desired Varusteleka’s Remote Military March patch and they will also do raffle off 1 pcs of 100 € gift card and 2 pcs of 50 € gift cards.

Sat 25.4. – Sun 26.4.

• Military: BDU, military boots, at least 10 kg rucksack from start to finish

• Open: No requirements for clothing and shoes. At least 10 kg rucksack from start to finish

• Corona: Same as the military division but wearing gasmask throughout the route. Gas mask can be removed for drinking and maintenance. ATTENTION! Please be aware of your own performance level and health. If you are unsure or do not have experience of marching with the gas mask, do not take this challenge.

25 km or 50 km. Route according to own choice but the route should contain both paved roads and off-road sections. The route should avoid areas which might be heavily crowded

Alone or in small groups and keeping in mind required social distances. If possible, some sort of trailing or GPS tracking would be nice. Share your experiences on social media by using hashtags: #varusteleka #etäsotilasmarssi #remotemilitarymarch #ves #vrmm and mentioning us so they can find your efforts.

So fill your rucksack with rocks, replace the boot laces and go!

To learn more, visit www.varusteleka.com/en/event/varustelekas-remote-military-march-25-26-4-2020

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How to Install the SureFire Warcomp with Barry Dueck

Wednesday, April 15th, 2020

SureFire’s Barry Dueck shows how to install a WarComp device.

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7th SFG(A) Conducts High Angle Rescue Training

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

Members of 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) conduct high angle rescue training on February 27, 2020, in Panama. The Soldiers were practicing how to tie knots and lift a litter up a cliff.

US Army photos by SGT Sean Hall and SPC Aaron Schaeper

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New Instructional Video from Panteao with War HOGG Tactical: Concealed Carry

Sunday, April 5th, 2020

Columbia, SC, April 3, 2020 – Panteao announces the release of a new video title with instructor Rick Hogg. Rick recently joined Panteao’s cadre of instructors. Rick is a 29 year US Army Special Operation Combat Veteran that has taken his 13 combat deployment, both Iraq and Afghanistan, and teaching experience as a Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat instructor and harnessed them into a proven training methodology service company, War HOGG Tactical, Inc.

War HOGG Tactical, Inc. offers professional comprehensive mobile firearms, tactical and K9 training to law abiding civilians, military and law enforcement agencies through combat proven techniques and experience to improve the students skill ability. War HOGG also conducts product development and product field testing along with a verity of consulting services in the defense and firearms industry.

“Panteao is extremely pleased to be able to work with Rick Hogg,” said Fernando Coelho, President/CEO of Panteao Productions. Fernando continued, “Rick was introduced to us by fellow instructor Pat McNamara. Rick will be covering firearm-based techniques with us that are always in demand. We will also be kicking off a whole new series of K9 videos with him. A topic Panteao has been wanting to expand into for years.”

Rick Hogg said, “It is great to be working with Panteao Productions to share my firearms and real-world experience with the shooting community. Hopefully this video will help shooters improve their marksmanship skills and develop a solid dry and live fire training plan. Just remember nothing replaces actual hands on firearms instruction.”

The first video to be introduced with Rick is Concealed Carry. Rick walks you through the training plan & fundamentals, eye dominance, loading and reloads, the draw, one handed shooting, multiple targets, concealed carry considerations, off body carry, concealed carry in a vehicle, dry fire, training drills, shooting under physical duress, and much more. Whether you are new to concealed carry or have been doing it for years, this video is worth watching.

Panteao greatly appreciates the support of the sponsors that help make this video happen: Archon, Standard Holster, Archon Ammunition, Aimpoint, Brute Force, Benchmade, and Grizzly Targets.

Make Ready with War HOGG Tactical: Concealed Carry is now available streaming for Panteao subscribers. It can be watched online via a PC or Mac, on a smartphone or tablet using the Panteao Make Ready Android and iTunes apps, or on television with the Panteao Make Ready channel on Roku, Amazon Fire TV and Apple TV. For more information on how to stream the Panteao videos, visit: panteao.com/streaming-video-ways-to-watch

The video will also be available shortly on DVD and Digital Download formats. For more information on this title, visit Panteao at: panteao.com/product/war-hogg-tactical-concealed-carry

About War HOGG Tactical

For more information, visit: www.warhogg.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/warhoggtactical

Facebook: www.facebook.com/warhoggtactical

Video Bio: youtu.be/fXkbwR_ltuQ

For more information about Panteao, visit panteao.com/about-us

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US Army To Test New Tech-based JROTC Program at Select Schools

Sunday, March 29th, 2020

WASHINGTON — The Army plans to implement a new cybersecurity and tech education program for high school students enrolled in junior ROTC programs, leaders told lawmakers March 11.

The program, scheduled to be implemented at select schools by fiscal year 2022, will focus on cybersecurity and computer science. Assistant Secretary of the Army for Manpower and Reserve Affairs Casey Wardynski said the program’s curriculum remains under development.

The Army wants to reach a broader, more academically diverse group of students while also expanding its science, technology, engineering and math curriculum in its JROTC programs, said Assistant Deputy for Recruiting and Retention Lin St. Clair.

While the Army’s JROTC programs aren’t inherently a recruiting tool, they could open the doors toward a possible military career, Wardynski said. The cyber pilot program is being developed by the Office of the Secretary of the Army (Manpower and Reserve Affairs), Army Training and Doctrine Command and U.S. Army Cadet Command.

“Our effort here is designed to capture the imagination of young adults,” Wardynski said during a Senate Committee on Armed Services personnel oversight hearing. The assistant secretary added the service has been working to expand the number of eligible candidates for military service through education.

Through the program, Army leaders hope young men and women will be steered toward a possible Army career earlier in life. While the goal of junior ROTC remains to create better citizens, Wardynski said the program will raise awareness of career opportunities in computer science and cyber security so that the Army will be on recruits’ radars when they decide on their post-high school plans.

In many of the Army’s 22 priority cities for recruiting, young people don’t have much awareness about the Army as a potential career path, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army Jim Bland said recently. CASAs are community leaders who provide advice and counsel to Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy.

“We need to begin educating them much earlier about the opportunities in the military, the benefits of service and the challenges of service,” Wardynski said, “so that as they form their set of life-course alternatives, military service can be in there early enough to shape their behaviors throughout high school. So by the time they graduate, they can avail themselves to those opportunities.”

St. Clair said many of areas with schools that remain underrepresented in junior ROTC programs lie in the Midwest and Northeast. And that diverse student populations are located in or near the Army’s priority cities.

The proposed pilot program is intended to educate students at the Advanced Placement and honors course level St. Clair said the program would cover the entire four-year junior ROTC program.

The pilot program as envisioned would be “rigorous and arduous enough that it would warrant AP or honors-level equivalency in terms of points or grade structure,” St. Clair said. He added it would be graded the same and it would be viewed the same as an honors or advanced-placement class.

By Joseph Lacdan, Army News Service

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SureFire Field Notes Ep 56: Intro to Night Vision Use with Don Edwards

Friday, March 27th, 2020

In this episode, Don Edwards of Greenline Tactical discusses techniques for getting acclimated with Night Vision, for new users.

Don Edwards is a retired 20+ year veteran of US Army Special Operations. He began his career in 3rd Bn 75th Ranger Regiment where he was a participant in Operation Just Cause. Retired from 20th Special Forces Group where he served as a Team Sergeant, a Weapons Sergeant and Intelligence Sergeant during combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. He has served for five years as the Use of Force training manager and primary instructor at the ATF National Academy in Glynco, GA instructing in tactics and firearms as well. Don has worked as tactical advisor to the Department of Defense since 2008 serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan and is a FLETC certified firearms instructor.

Greenline Tactical was founded, and is run by Don Edwards. Don is the former Director of Training for TNVC and he is considered a leader in Night Vision Operations Training offering real world tactical and defensive training to law abiding civilians, State/Local Law Enforcement officers and SWAT teams as well as Conventional and Special Operations military units around the country.

www.surefire.com

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