FireWatch Magazine is a proud sponsor of Wreaths Across America. Listen to Team FireWatch live every Thursday morning at 8:15 AM. New expanded lineup! Listen to past shows.
The process of managing disability claims can be intricate and challenging. It is not uncommon for veterans to overlook key details. This was evident in my initial 10% designation. Many years later, with guidance from an experienced former VA employee, my rating escalated to 80%; however, this was after a
Navigating Financial Success After Service For veterans transitioning to civilian life, managing finances can be a significant challenge. The shift from military structure to personal financial responsibility requires careful planning and budgeting. This article explores effective budgeting strategies tailored to veterans’ unique circumstances. Understanding Your New Financial Landscape The first
GAMERS BRIGADE By Derek Waterford Video game addiction can have significant impacts on an individual’s life, affecting their health, relationships, and productivity. Addressing this issue requires a balanced and strategic approach. Here are some effective tips to combat video game addiction: Recognize the Problem – Understanding and acknowledging that there
By Kurt Waterstradt Food, the glue of humanity, is a survival need, community builder, and connection to nature. It’s omnipresent in celebration and sorrow. A family recipe is a preserved ancestry that’s celebrated as delicious, enticing aromas float from the kitchen during holiday gatherings. Let’s not forget about the ubiquitous
By Chris “Ranger” Gay The cooler weather is finally coming, and it is time to get out there and enjoy a beautiful outdoor range. Nothing quite compares with the fresh air and open space to spread your freedom. Earlier I spoke of Range Preparations so that you have a plan
K9 CORNER By Mary Peter When teaching veterans how to train the K9 that becomes his or her service dog, veterans must ensure that, when in public places their dog is wearing its vest at all times. It is especially important for the veteran and the K9 so that service
Urban Harvest Tips What are your needs? Don’t grow just for the sake of it. What is your budget? What are your food needs? What do you eat consistently? How much time do you want to dedicate? How many people does this need to support? Like so many aspects
BYWAYS By Kurt Waterstradt I have a serious sweet tooth and I love cereal. Obviously, this isn’t good for my overall health, but it’s something I’ve tried to manage, with some success, since I was a kid. Well, not as a kid, but as an adult near the midpoint of
As we near the end of summer, most of us are looking forward to the cooler months ahead and if you are anything like me, you are looking forward to getting back out to the range. Yes, we can train indoors in the AC, but if you like to shoot
Ryder Gason spent 16 years in service; 10 years in the Air Force, and 6 years in the National Guard. “I had some phenomenal mentors when I got out,” Ryder says. “I was blessed. A lot of our veterans nowadays don’t have that.” What mentors couldn’t help with were the
No spam, notifications only about new editions, events & monthly top articles. Our digital edition is FIRE!
Absolutely no spam! Receive notifications about new editions, events, and monthly top articles only. Get your copy of FireWatch Digital Edition delivered to your inbox FREE.
