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There’s nothing like summer! Here in Michigan, these are the months we look forward to and this year feels extra special as we get ready to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Around here, we’re weaving in more American stories, learning about the Revolutionary War in our homeschool, pulling out the red, white and blue, and bringing […]

The Mama Bear Survival Guide to Celebrating an Americana Summer

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In Mama Bear Survival, I share a growing love for returning to traditional skills… working with your hands, choosing things that are made well, and creating a home that feels thoughtful and lived in. I was recently asked to share some of my favorite Mother’s Day gift ideas on FOX 17, so I highlighted all  […]

Handcrafted Mother’s Day Gift Ideas: Meaningful Gifts for Mom (From Small Businesses)

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Hosts of FOX 17 Morning Mix posing with products

Spring always feels like a reset… the days get longer, everything starts coming back to life, and there’s this natural invitation to slow down and be a little more intentional. I recently had the chance to share some of our favorite spring rhythms and a few of the products we use and love on FOX […]

Simple Spring Rhythms at Home: Screen-Free Ideas for Kids & Meaningful Family Days

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One of the easiest ways to boost your family’s preparedness is to build a simple everyday field kit—a small bag stocked with the essentials you need for emergencies, unexpected situations, or everyday life. Keep it on you or in your car, and you’ll always have a baseline supply to handle whatever comes your way. I […]

Hosts from FOX 17 Morning Mix on set for a prepared stocking stuffer gift guide with Emily Richett

Hey there, Mama Bear! This special episode is packed with exciting updates! My book Mama Bear Survival: Raising Strong Families in an Uncertain World is officially LIVE and shipping now—just in time for Mother’s Day! I’m celebrating with a massive giveaway valued at over $2,000, featuring some of my favorite brands and partners that support moms, […]

20. Book Launch and a Big Mother’s Day Mama Bear Survival Giveaway

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Author Emily Richett posing with her newly released book Mama Bear Survival.

Welcome back, Mama Bears! In this episode, I sit down with Amber Elle—a dedicated homesteader, homeschooling mom, preparedness coach, and content creator. Amber embodies self-reliance and resilience in motherhood, and today she’s sharing practical advice to help you build a safer, more prepared home for your family. Amber’s wisdom is the perfect guide for any […]

19. Resilient Motherhood- Homesteading, Homeschooling & Family Preparedness with Amber Elle

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Mama Bear Survival episode on motherhood and resilience with Amber Elle

This is the second episode in a special series with Renée Thornton, founder of Women Hunt.  If you missed the first episode, listen to the first part over at episode 17 for a full introduction to Women Hunt. Today we continue the conversation with Renée Thornton, founder of the Women Hunt™ program, joined by two […]

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In today’s episode, we’re kicking off a special series featuring the Women Hunt program and Emily’s journey venturing into hunting and conservation. This is the very first episode in a special series with Renée Thornton, founder of Women Hunt© a program under the Wild Sheep Foundation dedicated to guiding women into the hunting and conservation space. […]

17. Becoming a Hunter: A New Hunter’s Journey in the Women Hunt Program with Renée Thornton and Emily Richett

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Emily Richett and Renee Thornton of Women Hunt discuss the upcoming Women Hunt class of 2024 and opportunities for women who want to venture into hunting and conservation on episode 17 of the Mama Bear Survival Show.