FEMA Links Are Broken Again: A Survival Guide
We need to talk about something frustrating that’s been happening lately: FEMA resources keep disappearing. Not in a dramatic, conspiracy-theory kind of way. More… Read More
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Big Freeze-Dry Doesn’t Want You to Know This (But We’re Telling You Anyway)
Look, we need to talk about freeze-dried food. Not because it’s exciting (it’s not), but because if you’re getting serious about emergency preparedness, you’re… Read More
The Disaster Drill Playlist: Why Your Emergency Practice Needs a Soundtrack
Look, we get it. Disaster drills aren’t exactly anyone’s idea of a good time. They’re right up there with flossing and testing your smoke… Read More
Why You Need a Family Code Word
Picture this: Your phone rings, and it’s your daughter’s voice — panicked, crying, begging for help. She’s been in an accident and needs money… Read More
Disaster Preparedness Gifts for Kids
See also: Our Favorite Holiday Gifts for Emergency Preparedness and Practical Disaster Preparedness Gifts for Mom and Dad In a world filled with adventure… Read More
Practical Disaster Preparedness Gifts for Mom and Dad
See also: Disaster Preparedness Gifts for Kids and Our Favorite Holiday Gifts for Emergency Preparedness In a world where preparedness meets practicality, we present… Read More
Our Favorite Holiday Gifts for Emergency Preparedness
See also: Practical Disaster Preparedness Gifts for Mom and Dad and Disaster Preparedness Gifts for Kids Unless your family and friends have agreed to… Read More
Five Free Go Bag Essentials
As the nature boy taught us, the greatest thing you’ll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return… but getting something… Read More
Low Waste Holidays
It’s the circle of liiiiiiiife! Climate change is a driver of disasters. Landfill is a driver of greenhouse gases exacerbating climate change. Overconsumption is… Read More
Podcast Interview: Cramming for the Apocalypse
In Cramming for the Apocalypse, host Elizabeth Doerr explores how emergency preparedness can help us process our fears and worries about climate change and… Read More
Podcast Interview: Read Me Live
In Read Me Live, host Sharifah Hardie gives entrepreneurs, authors, and creatives a platform to share their stories and promote their businesses, with each… Read More
Podcast Interview: Parenting like a Superdad
In Parenting like a Superdad, host Derrick W. shares his experience as a parent juggling afterschool programs to sports and everything in between. In… Read More
Podcast Interview: Global Warming is Real
In Global Warming is Real host Thomas Schueneman explores climate change through stories, expert interviews, and solutions that inspire action toward a sustainable future.… Read More
Why We Prepare: 5 Reasons We’re Non-Prepper Preppers
The urge to prepare for disasters hits everyone differently. Ideally, it doesn’t hit you as you’re experiencing a life-changing disaster, but I’m sure many… Read More
Podcast Interview: Unbreakable Mompreneurs
In Unbreakable Mompreneurs, host Charisse Walker shares her passion about finding enjoyment in building a thriving business, raising a family, and living a life… Read More
Podcast Interview: DisasterClass
In DisasterClass Podcast, former-EMS hosts Jason Perez and Jason “Pappy” Martin provide expert guidance on disaster preparedness and emergency management. In this episode, they… Read More
My Plastic Waste ‘Tis of Thee
This 4th of July, we want to talk about a long-brewing disaster that’s gaining traction in the mainstream: Plastic! United States citizens are the… Read More
Strap in for This Hurricane Solution
Since it’s hurricane season, it’s time to talk about the Florida Man™ who strapped his house to the ground last October! Is this a… Read More
Podcast Interview: I Date Money
In I Date Money, host Lisa Drennon shares money stories, the rollercoaster rides of finances, and money management strategies to multiply your money. In… Read More
Podcast Interview: The Sewing Room
In The Sewing Room, host Jennifer Serr provides sewing and fashion tips and tricks to make your sewing experience easier and more enjoyable. In… Read More
Prepping for Disasters as a Childless Adult
A lot of our preparedness content focuses on families — teaching kids about emergency readiness and including them in drills. Many resources assume you’re… Read More
What You Need To Know About Preparing for Severe Weather
April is Severe Weather Awareness Month—and according to NASA, the NOAA, the United Nations, and the Environmental Protection Agency (yep, all of them), climate… Read More
Podcast Interview: Healing Horizons
Healing Horizons explores paths to physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Through expert interviews, inspiring stories, and actionable tips, each episode empowers you to embrace… Read More
Podcast Interview: What’s Worthwhile
In What’s Worthwhile?, host Ramsey Zimmerman delves into the question of what makes life meaningful. In this episode, he is joined by HCTA founder… Read More
Podcast Interview: Mind Over Matter
In Mind Over Matter, host Aanya Diksha explores mental toughness through expert insights, actionable strategies, and inspiring stories that help you build resilience and… Read More
Podcast Interview: Vision with Execution
The podcast Vision with Execution showcases how every day people turn their visions into realities. Host Adam Torkildson is joined by HCTA Founder Jennifer… Read More
Podcast Interview: The Mindful Living
The podcast The Mindful Living explores mental health and mindfulness. In this episode, host Sana is joined by Jennifer Heller, founder of Here Comes… Read More
Who Is Taking Bird Flu Seriously?
Looking for reliable information about Avian Flu (H5N1)? Join the club! With all the changes that are happening at federal agencies, Americans are becoming… Read More
Japan’s Earthquake-Proof Houses
Japan has more earthquakes than any other country, an average of 1,500 each year. And that’s just the earthquakes we can feel! To avoid… Read More
Get Organized Before Disaster Prep
Effective disaster prep is an extension of good organization, which might be why people find it so difficult to complete their disaster prep. Who’s… Read More
How Much Food Do I Need for the Apocalypse?
When someone mentions emergencies supplies, most people instantly think of food and water. That’s probably because they know humans die when they’re deprived of… Read More
Are You Ready For a Disaster?
Pop quiz! How much water per person do you need in your Stay Bag? If you’re not sure, it’s a sign you’re not fully… Read More
Video Games Can Boost Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Are you aware of your mental health? (Newsflash, buddy! It’s with you all the time, whether it’s improving,… Read More
Why Do People Love HCTA?
If you’re wandering around our website wondering, “Who is this FOR?” we’re glad you’re still here, and we have to ask… are you really… Read More
POV: You Survived a Disaster
Wondering what a disaster is really like? We collected some stories from people who went through the worst Mother Nature could throw at them… Read More
Winter Grief
Winter is coming to an end for many, but some may have already said goodbye weeks ago, much sooner than they had wished. Winter… Read More
Our Favorite Stay Bag Items
Power outages and shelter-in-place orders can last a long time! Make your life easier by keeping a few sanity essentials on hand. Special treats… Read More
Prepper Girl Essentials
Aesthetic trends are back. Flappers, mods, hippies, goths, scene kids, and VSCO girls of yore: make way for niche microtrends! Tomato Girl is now… Read More
Should I Add a Stanley Cup to My Go Bag?
If you’ve been on social media lately, especially TikTok, you’ve probably heard of the Stanley Cup. No, not the hockey trophy, but the 40… Read More
Get Paid to Prep
Welcome to 2024! If you’re holed up indoors, avoiding contact with the rest of the world as they spread respiratory illnesses to one another,… Read More
Waffle House’s Disaster Playbook
Most businesses will stay closed in the wake of a local disaster to assess damage and ensure employees can safely make it to work.… Read More
Why Is Festivus a Prep-Friendly Holiday?
It’s a Festivus for the Rest of Us… especially for people who want to be at their best during an emergency. Don’t believe me?… Read More
5 Scary Movies That Will Inspire You to Prep*
*4 scary movies, plus 1 movie for the whole family. It’s spooky szn! We’re planning our horror movie marathons and stockpiling candy, but our… Read More
Phone Apps for Disasters
You may be pleasantly surprised to learn that not all emergency situations will require you to fend for yourself for many days on end.… Read More
Power Outages Are Getting Worse
If you have fond memories of uneventful (and short) power outages from your childhood that were opportunities to pretend you were camping, this may… Read More
Emergency Clothes: A Capsule Wardrobe for the Apocalypse
Sometimes I think about Laura Ingalls browsing the calico fabrics in town so she can have one new dress, and I get a little… Read More
What Can I Actually Recycle?
“Wait a minute, is this recyclable?” We’ve all asked ourselves this question. For the more neurotic amongst us (it’s me… hi, I’m the problem;… Read More
Our Top 5 Dystopian Novels to Get You Motivated to Prepare
Ah, books: the best friends who will always be with us, even after civilization ends. We may only be able to read by the… Read More
Best Long Term Apocalypse Gear
WELCOME TO HELL! JK, hell isn’t real; it’s just the apocalypse. All societal structures have failed, and your survival is entirely up to you!… Read More
Getting Prepared on a Smaller Budget
Even if you don’t have a spreadsheet defining spending limits for each category of your life, you’re probably aware of how much is too… Read More