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Slow Meals: A Trick for Getting Fit, Trim, and Resilient Again

A personal account of success
by Jason Wiskerchen
Wednesday, August 15, 2012, 1:18 PM

A look at how modification of diet and added exercise can help build resiliency. A healthier body, a healthier population is the goal.

http://www.resilientcommunities.com/heres-a-trick-for-getting-fit-trim-and-resilient-again/

Also read the post about Chris' transformation and new healthy lifestyle: Getting In Shape: The New Me

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http://blog.allstate.com/the-4-survival-skills-every-kid-should-know/

The 4 Survival Skills Every Kid Should Know

Resiliency for children
by Jason Wiskerchen
Tuesday, August 14, 2012, 1:57 PM

A simple list of essential skills and knowledge a child should know to be more resilient and safe.

http://blog.allstate.com/the-4-survival-skills-every-kid-should-know/

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http://www.natureskills.com/wild-foods/black-walnut-harvesting/

How to Harvest Black Walnuts

Learn to gather this nutritious food
by Jason Wiskerchen
Monday, August 13, 2012, 12:47 PM

A guide to havesting black walnuts. 

http://www.natureskills.com/wild-foods/black-walnut-harvesting/

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Carole Morison, Industrial Chicken Farmer From 'Food, Inc.' Switches To Sustainable Farming

Change in the right direction
by Jason Wiskerchen
Friday, August 10, 2012, 3:30 PM

Good to see people can change and move towards using more sustainable methods and be healthier and happier because of it.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/09/carole-morison-food-inc-chicken-farmer_n_1760444.html

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SunDanzer 12v Freezer/Refrigerator - http://eartheasy.com

Experience with a Solar Powered Refrigerator

A remote location setup of a 12v fridge
by Jason Wiskerchen
Thursday, August 9, 2012, 2:57 PM

Read about one family's experience with ordering and using a solar powered refrigerator.

http://eartheasy.com/blog/2009/09/our-experience-with-a-solar-powered-refrigerator/

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Worm Compost

Do’s and Don’ts of Composting Worms

A quick review of worm tips
by Jason Wiskerchen
Thursday, August 9, 2012, 12:35 PM

A nice knowledge refresher on working with your worms.

http://www.urbanfarmonline.com/urban-gardening/backyard-gardening/dos-donts-composting-worms.aspx

Also review the WSID article on Vermiculture here: Vermiculture: Getting Down and Dirty with Worms

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Marketplace - Photo courtesy of the Waldorf Astoria

NYC Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Rooftop Hives

Where 300,000 bees now call home
by Jason Wiskerchen
Wednesday, August 8, 2012, 5:34 PM

A podcast and transcript from the Marketplace Business desk about the Waldorf Astoria hotel in New York building resiliency on their roof.

http://www.marketplace.org/topics/business/bees-check-waldorf

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Farming Without Water

Grow your garden during drought conditions
by Jason Wiskerchen
Tuesday, August 7, 2012, 2:07 PM

An interesting look at a method of growing that significantly reduces your need for water.

http://grist.org/food/farming-without-water/

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Duckweed growing in a bucket

How to Grow Duckweed

A source of food for livestock and fish
by Jason Wiskerchen
Tuesday, August 7, 2012, 12:47 PM

Learn this simple method of growing duckweed in ponds and aquariums. 

http://www.ehow.com/how_5124227_grow-duckweed.html

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How Do You Attract Resilient People?

Give them room to grow
by Jason Wiskerchen
Monday, August 6, 2012, 11:22 AM

Some perspectives and ideas to attract resilience people.

One of the best ways to improve the quality of any community, or any property, is to provide residents with the opportunities they need to improve their resilience.

http://www.resilientcommunities.com/how-do-you-attract-resilient-people-give-them-room-to-grow/