Rick Swain is a retired Army combat veteran with a background in specialized military and emergency response roles. With over two decades of experience as a Special Operations Combat Medic and Paramedic/HAZMAT Technician, he has demonstrated exceptional expertise in technical and tactical units. Even after retiring from the military, Rick continued his service as a government contractor and consultant, offering mentorship, training, and evaluation for units within the National Guard's Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Response Enterprise for a decade. His operational experience spans diverse environments, including deserts, mountains, and jungles in locations such as Iraq, Afghanistan, Panama, and Ecuador. Notably, Rick's deep passion for wilderness preparedness has been cultivated over 30 years, as he remains dedicated to continuous learning and practical skill development. This dedication has allowed him to distill invaluable life-sustaining lessons from his experiences, which have proven instrumental in real-life scenarios. As the founder and owner of The SCROLL LLC, Rick shares his extensive expertise in critical readiness skills for the outdoors, as well as life-sustaining lessons. His qualifications include being a Registered Outdoor Guide, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security, completing specialized military courses such as U.S. Army Ranger School and USASOC SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) High-Risk Course - Level C, and obtaining certifications from Jack Mountain Bushcraft School exemplify his commitment to excellence and preparedness. Rick's deployments with the 75th Ranger Regiment and his involvement in the review committee for the Tactical Ranger Medic Handbook underscore the depth of his practical knowledge and leadership within high-stakes environments.