Have you ever heard a sudden noise in a dark environment, possibly in one of the outbuildings at work or on your property, or simply outside your home in the middle of the night? Reaching for a flashlight, your heart races as several thoughts flash through your mind. But what if you could see everything around you clear as day, without giving away your position? This is where night vision would greatly benefit you. Intuitive Self Protection is collaborating with Applied Defense Concepts and Virginia Moon Lighters to offer a new game-changing course to teach you the knowledge and skills to own the night.

Note: This article was written from a 30-minute video-recorded lunch with NVG’s expert Sean Smith of Va Moonlighter Group (Former Mil special operations) and Kia Tomas of Applied Defense Concepts, and Hank Hayes, CEO of NLB Tactical and Intuitive Self Protection.

Most people think night vision is only for military operations, high-stakes missions, and rich guys, but its usage extends far beyond and applies to everyday people. Home security is just the beginning. We’ll focus on five key areas (The top five questions we get asked) and cover everything from the basics of night vision technology to advanced tactical applications that could make a big difference in critical situations. You’ll likely determine that this course is for you when you finish reading.

1. Night Vision Costs

If you think night vision is only for the wealthy or that it’s the cost of a new car, you’ve been fed a load of bull. You can spend tens of thousands of dollars on Night Vision Googles (NVGs). You can get yourself a solid night vision setup for around $3,000. That’s right, three grand, and you’re in business. We’re talking about a single-tube night vision device, a helmet, a mounting system and a laser and Illuminator combo is everything you need to get started and get proficient. You can “grow as you go” rather than buying all the expensive and stuff right out of the gate.

2. It’s Not as Complicated as You May Think

You might be thinking, “This sounds complicated.” Well, that’s another common misconception. We’ll start with the basics to get familiar with the equipment. You can walk around your house and your neighborhood (if your area permits) and go out in the woods just to get used to it. Before hitting the range, you also need to intuitively know where everything on your rifle is located and how to clear malfunctions and reload. But if you can handle a gun during the day, you can handle it at night with the right gear. You can then move up to advanced training, where you’re moving, shooting at multiple targets, transitioning weapons, and basically bringing all your other skills together to build a solid training foundation. Let me be clear: you will have to put time into getting used to NVGs, but this can be done off-range.

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3. Adjusting To a New Field of View

Standard night vision devices give you about a 40-degree field of view, which is narrower than what you’re used to. At first, it’ll feel like you’re missing something because you won’t have your peripheral view to rely on, but you’ll adapt. You’ll see that in scanning, you’ll be turning your head more to cover your blind spots. It just takes some getting used to but you’ll have plenty of visibility to do what needs to be done.

4. Active vs. Passive Aiming

You’ve got two options when it comes to night vision: passive and active aiming.

· Passive Aiming: This is the stealth mode. You’re using regular optics like red dot sights without shining any light or lasers. Nobody knows you’re there. Just make sure your red dot sight can adjust to lower brightness for night use.

· Active Aiming: This is when you use infrared or visible lasers to mark your target. It’s effective, but it might give away your position to someone else with night vision. You’ve gotta know when and where to use it.

5. IS This Course for Me?

So, you’re probably wondering, “Is this night vision course for me?” Hell, yeah, if you’re serious about safety, being ready for anything, and having the edge when the lights go out. Here’s what you’ll get:

1. Home Security: It gives you an advantage in securing your home; catch intruders before they even know what hit them.

2. Personal Defense: Gain the skills to move confidently through the dark on your property, on the streets or in the wild.

3. Recreational Use: Use it to up your game in hunting, hiking, or checking out wildlife.

4. Emergency Situations: When the power’s out or things go south, it’ll help you navigate and help others if needed.

Kia Tomas demonstrating the use of night vision gear in a controlled setting.

Conclusion

Don’t wait around and miss your chance to get ahead of the game. This course changes the way you handle the dark. We’re launching soon, and spots are limited, so stay tuned and be ready to jump in. Get ready to own the night like never before.

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About The Author

Hank Hayes is a Combat Arts Hall of Famer and inventor of the No Lie Blade. He is the founder and CEO of both Intuitive Self Protection and NLB Tactical and creator of the ISP/NLB viscous fighting system. Since 1998, he has trained well over 30,000 Military and Law Enforcement personnel via Government contract mainly at the elite special teams level and continues to train both civilians and MIL/LE how to come home safe.