About Us
Orange Diamond Preparedness Group LLC (ODPG) delivers practical, reality-based training in firearms, navigation, communications, medical preparedness, fitness, and homesteading. Led by a veteran with over 17 years of combined military, private security, and operational leadership experience, ODPG was founded to close the growing gap between what people need to know—and what traditional training programs actually deliver.
We saw a problem: most training was either cost-prohibitive, overly complicated, or disconnected from the realities of everyday life. Too many capable people were being priced out of readiness. So, we built ODPG to change that—to break down the paywall and give every American access to high-quality, mission-driven training at a fair, sustainable rate.
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Our programs are designed for real people in real situations—from corporate teams and law enforcement agencies to families, athletes, and individuals who want to be more self-reliant. Every course, consultation, and workshop is built around one core principle: function over flash. You’ll learn proven methods drawn from military doctrine, high-level private security, and modern performance training—refined into systems that are simple to understand, easy to apply, and effective under pressure.
At ODPG, we believe preparedness isn’t paranoia—it’s stewardship. It’s about building strength, resilience, and community in a world that rewards dependence. Our goal is to create a more capable populace—people who can shoot, move, communicate, medicate, homestead, and harden. Whether that means defending your family, leading your team, or navigating uncertainty with confidence, we’re here to help you build the mindset and skillset to do it right.
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From the home to the headquarters, from the field to the boardroom, ODPG stands ready to train, support, and equip those who choose capability over complacency using three simple tenants.
Tenants (Training Values)
Keep It Stupid Simple
Transcendence
Functional
We follow the KISS methodology. If a concept or skill can't be broken down into five steps or fewer, it needs to be simplified further. Complexity is the enemy of execution—especially under pressure. Master the basics. Build from there. Repetition isn’t redundancy; it’s reliability.
Time is limited, so we don’t train for one-dimensional outcomes. Every drill, every rep, every decision should serve a purpose beyond its surface. Our goal is to design training that transcends its original intent—improving not just tactical performance, but also decision-making, confidence, discipline, and adaptability across life domains.
Training must be functional—relevant, applicable, and grounded in reality. It should solve problems, not just impress your buddies at the next wine-and-cheese party. Functionality is about purpose: can you use what you learned when it counts? If not, it’s just noise.
Casey Van Bastelaar
Founder / Lead Instructor
Qualifications:
1. Military Leadership (13 years): Repeatedly rated and awarded for my leadership efforts and methods as well as honor graduate from leadership schools. Dropped in numerous positions outside expertise and always achieved team victories.
2. Corporate Security Training Lead *Western Region*(3 years): Created and refined a training program that were implemented successfully in three states as well as leading all in-state training.
3. Fitness Director (2 years): Managed fitness training staff for multiple locations for a family-owned company. Created continued education program for trainers which empowered and improved the training staff which resulted in profit increase for the company and personnel.
Certifications:
Sniper School, SDM (x2), Ranger School, US Army EIC (Pistol), ORARNG Governor's Twenty (Pistol), Combat Engineer (Explosives), US Army MFT, NRA Basic Pistol, CPR-AED, NASM CPT, CF-L1
Interests:
Program design, learning as a whole, shooting, outdoor activities, playing (not watching) sports.
About Casey
Everyone has a story. Here’s his—specifically as it relates to preparedness and subject matter expertise.
Two events during his formative years fundamentally shaped how he approach preparedness. When he was eight years old, he witnessed a horrific accident: a high-speed collision left a driver trapped in a burning van, restrained by a jammed seatbelt. He watched helplessly as the individual burned alive. Years later, an active shooter incident occurred at his high school during the school day. Cell towers were overwhelmed by the surge of calls and texts, effectively shutting down all communication during a critical moment.
Why do these events matter? Because they cemented in him a lifelong belief: preparedness must be practical, redundant, and real. He believes in carrying tools that allow for self-rescue from vehicles, and in maintaining communications that don’t rely on vulnerable infrastructure. These aren’t abstract concepts for him—they drive how and what he teaches.
He's currently served in the military for over 17 years, including 6 years in special operations with the U.S. Army and 11 years in the Oregon Army National Guard. Military service alone doesn’t make someone an expert—but effective leadership, proven results, and a commitment to mentorship do. He has led teams in everything from no-knock direct-action raids and reconnaissance/sniper operations, to logistics, administration, and operational planning. He has deployed six times across the Middle East and Africa.
Why does this matter? Because his experience isn’t siloed. He provides not only in-person training, but also long-term guidance—whether through educational templates, sustained coaching, or scalable training models for continued skill development.
In addition to his military service, he spent three years as the Lead Regional Trainer for a premier private security firm. There, he built and led a comprehensive training cycle that spanned customer service, executive protection, first aid, tactics, marksmanship, and surveillance. The goal was clear: develop adaptable, competent agents capable of serving both high-profile clients and everyday protective missions.
Why does this matter? Because his knowledge extends far beyond traditional military contexts. He trains with a focus on practical application—real-world skillsets for civilians, professionals, and protectors alike.