WHISKEY AND WOUNDS
Insights from the Frontline of Goat-Trail Austere Medicine Solutions
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Whiskey and Wounds is the official blog of Goat-Trail Austere Medical Solutions (GAMS), dedicated to reshaping the way we think about tactical medicine, active shooter response, and public safety integration. Here, we challenge outdated protocols, highlight field-proven frameworks like Chaos, Stabilization, Recovery (CSR), and provide real-world insights for law enforcement, EMS, fire, and emergency management professionals. Whether you're on the front lines or behind the scenes, this blog delivers actionable strategies, training philosophy, and hard-won lessons to prepare you for the realities of today’s high-threat environments.
Transitioning from Chaos to Structure: Developing a Cohesive Approach for First Responders in Active Shooter Situations Part 3
By: Rory Hill Published on: 19/08/2025This post examines the limitations of traditional active shooter response and proposes the CSR framework as a phased, integrated strategy to align medical and tactical efforts. It highlights how MRT deployment and unified command can improve casualty outcomes.
Active Shooter Response
Transitioning from Chaos to Structure: Developing a Cohesive Approach for First Responders in Active Shooter Situations Part 2
By: Rory Hill Published on: 12/08/2025This post explores the critical gaps in traditional active shooter response models and introduces the CSR framework as a unified solution integrating law enforcement, EMS, and fire services for faster threat mitigation and life-saving trauma care.
Active Shooter Response
