In today’s episode, we learn practical steps to getting started with food storage, budget-friendly tips, small spaces & faith-based preparedness. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily talks to Jessica Cardwell, founder of The Faithful Preppers. Jessica shares her journey from being a newlywed with an empty pantry to becoming a thoughtful, […]

In today’s episode, we’re talking about personal protection, from firearms to non-lethal defense, and the training all gun owners need with with Rob Chadwick of the USCCA. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily Richett chats with Rob Chadwick, Director of Education and Training for the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), about […]

It’s only a few weeks into summer, and while boredom hasn’t fully set in yet—it will. And that’s actually a good thing. As Ginny Yurich writes in Until the Streetlights Come On (which I reference in Mama Bear Survival), boredom isn’t a problem to solve—it’s a gift to reclaim. She puts it simply: “A bored […]

Day 3 at the Rose Retreat was all about lifestyle sessions in concealed carry, self defense, and shopping! ** This is part 3 of a series. If you haven’t read it yet, checkout day 1 and day 2 for the start of my firearms journey at the Rose Retreat.** It was the final day of […]

As I set out on a preparedness journey this year, I quickly realized personal protection and firearms had to be at the forefront. Even though it was completely new to me, the growing unease about the direction of the world made it feel urgent. I knew I needed to learn, but had no clue where […]