Author Description

The Modern Minuteman is book 8 in The Professional Citizen Project series of manuals. The Modern Minuteman was written for the guy and gal just discovering the Minuteman Movement. It is written in a way to give you, the reader, both historical and modern perspectives on the Minuteman, their equipment, and skills and tactics through examples and personal lessons learned while on his own journey into this lifestyle. Examples include: The Historical relevance of the Minuteman The Minuteman Philosophy Minuteman Equipment Firearm Selection Fieldcraft Skills Patrolling and Realistic Tactics...and most importantly, why the Minuteman is needed today. The CM-8 is written by Jay Pallardy, author and the creator of The Modern Minuteman on YouTube and The Real Modern Minuteman on IG Jay Pallardy is an outdoor enthusiast with 3 decades of experience climbing, paddling, mountaineering, skiing, and backpacking all across the American West, the Pacific Northwest, and New England. Jay has years of experience working as a backcountry guide, climbing instructor, outdoor educator, and as a consultant and gear tester in the outdoor industry. His experiences during those years lead to him being a strong and outspoken advocate for learning outdoor skills, personal preparedness, and experiencing positive personal growth. Today Jay is focused on sharing his experiences with others all the while being encouraged by his wife of 20+ years, two children, and his close-knit circle of friends. The CM-8 The Modern Minuteman is 196 pages of easy to read and useful information covering the historical relevance of the Minuteman during the American Revolutionary War, the Minuteman Philosophy, Minuteman Equipment, Firearm Selection, Fieldcraft Skills, Patrols and Realistic Tactics, and most importantly, why the Minuteman is needed today. All of this in a 5.5 x 8.5 inch package; the perfect ruck, cargo pocket, or