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Real-Life Survival Adventures

Lisa Bedford on 15 non-fiction books that teach many lessons.

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4/5/2017

How Will You Respond in a Crisis?

Lisa Bedford on 9 ways to train your brain.

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1/6/2017

Even in the Dead of Winter

Lisa Bedford on 24 ways to prepare your spring garden.

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11/24/2016

How To Stay Safe in a Questionable Crowd

Lisa Bedford on situational awareness and common-sense precautions.

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3/29/2016

Must-Haves for Off-the-Grid Living

Lisa Bedford on 23 kitchen items.

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2/2/2016

Could You Live in a Tiny House?

Lisa Bedford on this hot new trend.

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12/7/2015

Post-EMP Survival

What if you can’t get home? Article by Lisa Bedford.

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11/6/2015

Not Just for Science Nerds

Ham radio can save your life, says Lisa Bedford.

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10/23/2015

Your Remote Survival Refuge

13 reasons why it may no longer be safe. Article by Lisa Bedford.

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10/2/2015

Don’t Be Powerless

Lisa Bedford on unplugging from dependency.

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6/6/2014

No Light, No Batteries, No Problem

Lisa Bedford on an inexpensive, reliable alternative that lasts forever.

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4/19/2014

Got Pests?

Banish them, even fire ants, with this natural, non-toxic wonder, says Lisa Bedford.

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4/15/2014

Know Your Fires

And have the right extinguisher to save your life and property, says Lisa Bedford.

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3/17/2014

The Off-Grid Tool Box

Be prepared for when there's no power or hardware store, says Lisa Bedford.

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7/11/2013

When Is It Time To Get Out of Dodge?

Lisa Bedford gets answers from 3 experts.

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6/20/2013

Is Homeschooling Right For You?

Lisa Bedford on successes and challenges, grade by grade.

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6/8/2013

Wearable Currency?

For ease of use, transport, and concealment, consider 24K gold jewelry, says Lisa Bedford.

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5/31/2013

Collapse: America Will Fall

Lisa Bedford on a gripping, gritty story of disasters, war and survival.

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3/23/2013

Grow Your Own

Do these 7 things now and reap big benefits this summer, says Lisa Bedford.

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3/14/2013

20 Things I Never Throw Away

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1/30/2013

23 Ultimate Survival Gifts for the Person Who Has Everything

But not for the faint of heart, says Lisa Bedford.

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12/13/2012

A Mom's Guide To Getting Ready for Winter Travel

You may get stuck, but you can stay safe, warm, and alive.

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12/7/2012

15 Non-Traditional Containers for Your Bug Out Bag/Emergency Kit

15 creative containers for your bug-out/emergency needs.

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11/30/2012

UPDATE to PurifiCup Review: More Fluoride Info

PurifiCup amps-up its filter system, says Lisa Bedford, thanks to us.

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11/21/2012

The PurifiCup Is an All-Purpose Water Filter, Removing Even Fluoride!

Lisa Bedford tests a new product that even removes nasty fluoride.

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11/6/2012

What To Do When You Can't Avoid Being in the Wrong Place at the Wrong Time

Lisa Bedford on flash mobs, crowd control, and your safety.

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10/24/2012

Action Step: Buy Junk Silver

Lisa Bedford makes her first venture into the world of precious metals.

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10/22/2012

28 Ways a Laminating Machine Can Help You Get Prepared

Lisa Bedford goes on a laminating rampage with her critical documents.

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10/4/2012

Get Ready for the Cold and Flu Season With These All-Natural Recipes

Avoid the drugstore with these all-natural DIY remedies, says Lisa Bedford.

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9/17/2012

The Everyday Emergency Kit

Customize your supplies first, then pick the best types of containers to carry them in, says Lisa Bedford.

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8/23/2012

3 Survival Novels You Should Read and a Video Review

Lisa Bedford on three novels that will help you be ready for troubled times.

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8/17/2012

Food Storage Basics and Answers to Your Questions

Lisa Bedford on the art and science of food storage.

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8/10/2012

Who Knew Camping Could Make Your Kids Smarter?

The whole family can learn survival skills, geology, astronomy, and much more, says Lisa Bedford.

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8/4/2012

How Hot Is Too Hot?

Lisa Bedford on how to protect your precious supply of stored food.

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7/26/2012

Do You Have a Faraday Cage Prepared?

How to save your survival electronic equipment from solar disruption and EMPs.

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7/21/2012

8 Vital Skills To Teach Your Children

They will trump an Ivy League education, says Lisa Bedford.

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7/10/2012

21 Basic Survival Skills

Learn and practice them on your next camping trip, says Lisa Bedford.

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7/6/2012

Cool It

16 ways to survive when it's hotter than Hades.

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7/2/2012

Why Wait for a Catastrophe To Go Cold-Turkey?

Because of zombies and 4 other reasons, says Lisa Bedford.

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6/25/2012

Homeschooling Isn’t All Gold Stars and Happy Faces

And I wouldn't have it any other way, says Lisa Bedford.

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6/18/2012

21 Survival Items To Look for

Every time you go to a yard sale or thrift store.

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6/14/2012

What I Wished I’d Done Differently

Lisa Bedford on 5 valuable lessons she's learned in 4 years of being the Survival Mom.

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6/4/2012

Rev Up Your Shooting Skills with IDPA

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5/10/2012

The Vital Few and the Trivial Many

Lisa Bedford applies the 80/20 rule to 5 areas of your survival.

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5/4/2012

Don’t Call It ‘Junk’

Lisa Bedford on amassing a valuable stash of pre-1965 90% silver coins.

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4/27/2012

Cash Is King

Lisa Bedford on why it may be critical for your survival.

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4/23/2012

Coming to a Location Near You

Civil Unrest.

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4/18/2012

Survival Mom

What every family needs.

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4/3/2012

Book Review: Collapse by Richard Stephenson

Lisa Bedford on a gripping, gritty story of disasters, war and survival.

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3/23/2012

7 Things To Do Right Now To Get Ready for a Fabulous Summer Garden

Do these 7 things now and reap big benefits this summer, says Lisa Bedford.

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3/14/2012