The Readys is a group of ordinary everyday people whose goal is to become extremely proficient in Self-Sufficiency and Emergency Preparedness (or SSEP). We all know that bad things can happen and will happen. Whether they're catastrophic natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, tornadoes and hurricanes OR man-made atrocities like acts of terrorism, economic disasters, pandemics and electromagnetic pulses (EMPs); The Readys is a rapidly growing network of frontline intelligent citizens who wan …

A quote from the recent HBO special The Weight of the Nation states that, “Obesity is the biggest threat to the health, welfare and future of this country”, and that regaining your own individual health is not only beneficial to you but is key to “The survival and well being of the US as a nation”. A citizen a native or naturalized member of a state or nation [or community] who owes allegiance to its government and is entitled to its protection [and benefits]. As citizens we have the right and …

The Wildlife Rescue Center hosts the national Wild and Scenic Film Festival. The purpose of the program is to cultivate community interest and engagement in local, national and global environmental issues centering nature and Missouri native wildlife. Through a focus on building collaboration for conservation with corporate employees, environmental groups, government agencies and community members, our programs, projects, and volunteer initiatives focus on connecting people to wildlife and conne …