001 – Tim Schmidt: Carry Or Consequences?

Carrying a firearm, concealed or open, is a topic of great controversy. In this episode, Tim Schmidt, founder of the USCCA (United States Concealed Carry Association), speaks openly with Buck about possessing and using firearms for self-defense. Tim tells us the story behind USCCA and discusses open carry versus concealed carry. He also explains the consequences of insufficient training requirements for gun owners.


How do you best handle firearms around your kids? Why is it important to pick the right firearm, and what kind of training should you go through? Tim's preferred firearm? To hear the answer to these and many other important questions, listen to this episode here or read the transcript at the SurvivalDad website.

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Survival Dad is for the alert Father who cares enough to be prepared. If the rising media coverage of pandemics, natural disasters, food security, terrorist threats and the “new” Russia has you concerned about your family’s future, you’re in the right place. Buck Rizvi, a father of 4, takes a practical and entertaining approach to prepping and self-reliance that’s free of the negativity found in many Survival communities. Every week, Buck covers topics such self defense (with and without weapons), prepping, wilderness survival, online business income, homesteading and much more. Guest experts frequently join the show to help guide Buck and the Survival Dad community on their journey to peace of mind through preparedness.