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I have to write my first pdrs also...does anyone have a template or example of one that i might use? I'm on a tasking away from my home unit so i dont have access to my own to kinda get a feel for one.

the 82 ruck .*cough* but seriously..ICE combat jacket and my gortex boots  :-*

+1 for the stand alone belt easier to pass over to the next person should your 203 man go down.

I have 2 CP drifire in OD...not as great as under armour, but with the non melting fire resistant jazz,  i suppose its as best as its gonna get

experience is something we seem to be lacking..how many times have you said, "I think Pte. Bloggins is taking care of the stove tonight" and sure enough, that SAME PERSON(s) always end up doing the same tasks. This is an issue that goes farther than just how to safely light a stove...perhaps...

YES! I remember that commercial where the dad is buying the shirt for his kid.. "It's not pink! It's Salmon! Grrr...Salmon! Tough fish! Grrr!" ;D

**WARNING TO READERS- A FRUSTRATING RANT ABOUT MY PARENTS AND THE ARMY IS BELOW ** So good news everyone; I am signing on the 14th, leaving on the 16th, beginning BMQ on the 18. I understand my parents (or for that matter, parents in general), being what they are, worry about me and only want...

Hey everyone! I'm gonna be at BMQ with you starting August 18th! Swearing in on the 14th in Vancouver, flying out from Abbotsford on the 16th. I was offered Infantry PPCLI. Sweet! Anyone actually gonna start that facebook group? haha Anyways, see ya then! -Alex D.

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Your result for The Commonly Confused Words Test ... English Genius You scored 93% Beginner, 100% Intermediate, 80% Advanced, and 93% Expert! You did so extremely well, even I can't find a word to describe your excellence! You have the uncommon intelligence necessary to understand things that...

Would it be more realistic to inflict wounds using 7.62x39 as opposed to 5.56x45, due to different ballistics, size of the would, and a bullet that is designed to "tumble"? I do realize we are supposed to administer first aid on our wounded enemy, but I'm just saying, if they're gonna go to the...

As far as I understand after speaking with a good friend of mine who was one of the original members of the E Div. RCMP Dive Team (with Robert Teather) , the body decomposes, it loses its elasticity and "hold together-ness" (not sure of the correct scientific term).  Other factors include...

Thanks for the sound advice. On somewhat of a side note, just wanted to say how refreshing it is to come here looking for help, and not only do you guys give me some good advice, but also the reasoning behind it. Its nice to know WHY this would/would not work. Again, thanks.

I thought that was covered in previous posts and determined to not be a good idea. I know what you mean, but am I correct that the alternative is getting jacked by the course instructors for not shaving? Or constantly cutting up my face..

I've been told I'll be heading off for BMQ for August or September, so when I do get there, am I to try to get on the first sick parade I can to see the medic and get that chit? Or should someone else be notified.

I'm hoping that someone out there will some advice for me. Here's my dilemma: With approx. 3 days growth, I can shave down to nice and smooth. However, if i try and shave the next day, or day after that, I just chew up my face and receive a lot razor burn. I have tried Mach 3, Gillette...

I read the title of the post, and thought this was gonna be an article about the price of hamsters for consumption :pop:

make it 4

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From the book Fighting Fit by Adrian Weale it's written: "Tabbing is a fast marching technique that Paras have developed as as efficient (though knackering) method of getting themselves and their kit into battle. On a tab you must try to average a mile every 10 minutes without running; the...