Resilient America Conference & Expo

02/27/2020

Wondering how concerned you should be about the coronavirus outbreak?

NPR says, "Don't panic - but do prepare." Check out their article on simple tips to stay healthy and feel better about the possibility of coronavirus making its way into your community.

Hint: the most effective tip to avoid the flu may surprise you!

https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/02/26/809650625/a-guide-how-to-prepare-your-home-for-coronavirus

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention this week urged the American public "to prepare in the expectation that this could be bad." Here are some of the steps you might consider.

08/30/2019

Hurricane Dorian is rapidly approaching the East Coast, causing both Florida and Georgia to declare a state of emergency. Our thoughts go out to everyone in the hurricane's path.

During hurricane season it's important to know what actions you can take to make preparing for storms less scary. Stocking up so that you have enough food and water to last seven days is a great place to start. Read more about how communities in Florida are bracing themselves for what could be the worst storm to strike in almost 30 years.

Every county in Florida is under a state of emergency as the state prepares for what may be the strongest hurricane to hit its east coast in nearly three decades.

08/23/2019

Atlantic hurricane season usually peaks in August, but it continues to run through November. It's important to know how to prepare yourselves and your community for the possibility of a natural disaster!

Eversource Energy has put together some helpful tips for what to do before, during and even after a storm. Do you know how to build an emergency kit? Reading this article is a great place to start if you're feeling overwhelmed and under-prepared. Check it out: http://ow.ly/GhKF50vGeR4

08/15/2019

Disaster preparedness is on the rise, and people are finding different ways to empower themselves in the face of change. This article from the New York Times discusses the trend of luxury bunkers and how many Americans are getting involved. Is this Doomsday Capitalism or just being well-prepared? We'd love to hear your thoughts! What would you do to help your community become more resilient?

Personalized disaster prep has grown into a multimillion-dollar business, fueled by a seemingly endless stream of new and revamped threats.

08/14/2019

Are you an expert survivalist? Have you mastered the art of being prepared to face small and large-scale change? If so, we invite you to join us as a presenter at the 2020 Resilient America Conference & Expo Feb 29 - Mar 1 in Springfield, Mass! Submit your proposal present here:

The program will consist of three types of sessions: workshops, hands-on demos, and lightning talks. Submit a proposal to present!

07/30/2019

What does your resilience look like? Does it include...chickens? backyard or free range? We want to learn about YOUR ideas about resilience!

07/30/2019

We really like this: "...we believe the Survival Industry is the most appropriate catchall term for individuals, proprietors and companies actively engaged in prepping, do-it-yourself (DIY), self-reliance, homesteading, bushcraft, tactical..."
http://paratusnews.com/about-paratus-business-news/

07/26/2019

Your Workplace Emergency Kit! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SicHNdjrw0A

07/26/2019

Is your workplace resilient?https://www.earthquakecountry.org/library/7_Steps_to_a_Disaster_Resilient_Workplace.pdf

07/25/2019

The Resilient America Conference and Expo is seeking Vendors and Sponsors! Promote and sell your products and help us build a more resilient and empowered America!
https://www.resilientamerica.com/exhibit.html

07/25/2019

We were too hot to post during the heat wave...so here are some tips for the next bout of heat, from Dr. Bones (a presenter at the conference!):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBXQUQ3K3_g