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  • A northern cardinal on a post in winter
    Wildlife
    Wildlife By Kathy Adams 16 days ago

    Attract Cardinals To Your Yard With This Simple Winter Trick (No Bird Feeder Needed)

    Cardinals add joyous pops of color to a snowy or dreary winter background. It also happens you can provide more than just bird seed as winter progresses.

    By Kathy Adams 16 days ago Read More
  • Vintage Michigan license plate against an exterior wall
    Build
    Build By Kathy Adams 16 days ago

    Don't Throw Away Your Old License Plate, Repurpose It For A Rustic Garden Planter

    Building or decorating your own planters is a fun way to personalize the container garden on your patio or balcony. Those old, dusty plates are perfect.

    By Kathy Adams 16 days ago Read More
  • Bathsheba Beach and Natural Park in Barbados
    Travel
    Travel By Danno Wise 17 days ago

    Nature Enthusiasts Won't Want To Skip This Beautiful Barbados Park

    Barbados is a tiny island on the outskirts of the Caribbean, but it's packed with charm and beauty. This free park offers up spots to relax or hit the surf.

    By Danno Wise 17 days ago Read More
  • couple packing or unpacking car for a camping trip
    Camping
    Camping By Kathy Adams 17 days ago

    Campers Can't Get Enough Of Costco's Roomy Loveseat Camping Chair

    Fold-out camp chairs are a great solution to the question, "how are we going to sit around the campfire?" This Costco option offers cozy seating for two.

    By Kathy Adams 17 days ago Read More
  • Barred owl on a branch
    Build
    Build By Kathy Adams 17 days ago

    How To Create A More Owl-Friendly Birdbath For Your Yard

    Much like your other feathered friends, owls appreciate a nice dip in the bath. If you want to provide for these predators, you’ll need to make a change.

    By Kathy Adams 17 days ago Read More
  • Woman relaxing in her garden
    Garden
    Garden By Cayla Leonard 17 days ago

    Embrace Imperfection With This Low-Maintenance Landscaping Technique

    Gardening is supposed to be relaxing, but it can be exhausting edging every border and precisely pruning every plant. Relax: It doesn't need to be perfect.

    By Cayla Leonard 17 days ago Read More
  • Woman adding mulch to a small flowerbed
    Garden
    Garden By TeeJay Small 17 days ago

    Don't Throw Away Empty Toilet Paper Rolls, Use Them For DIY Garden Mulch

    Mulch offers a wide range of benefits to your garden, from weed suppression to moisture retention. If you want to DIY your own, check the bathroom waste bin.

    By TeeJay Small 17 days ago Read More
  • Desert plants in the southwestern U.S.
    Garden
    Garden By Cayla Leonard 18 days ago

    The Iconic Southwestern Plant That's Doing More Harm Than Good

    When this plant on screen in a movie or TV show, you know it's set in the American Southwest. The fact is, it's an invasive plant that can cause a lot of harm.

    By Cayla Leonard 18 days ago Read More
  • Aphids on the back of a potato leaf in a garden
    Garden
    Garden By Meghan Allsopp 18 days ago

    Skip Dangerous Pesticides - Reach For This Pantry Staple Instead

    If pests like aphids and whiteflies are attacking your plants, don't reach for a commercial pesticide: It's cheaper and safer to head to the kitchen instead.

    By Meghan Allsopp 18 days ago Read More
  • Building with various weather measuring tools on it
    Safety
    Safety By Danno Wise 18 days ago

    Low Vs High Pressure Weather: What To Know About How It'll Impact You

    If you've watched a weather forecast and wondered what low pressure and high pressure systems are all about, we — and the barometer — have got you covered.

    By Danno Wise 18 days ago Read More
  • Black bear cub sticking its head out from behind a tree
    Wildlife
    Wildlife By Meghan Allsopp 18 days ago

    What To Do If You Spot A Bear Cub In Your Yard

    A bear cub (or three) wandering into your yard can be adorable. But not only do you know mama is nearby, it can be surprisingly unsafe for the curious cub(s).

    By Meghan Allsopp 18 days ago Read More
  • Plant leaves with pest damage
    Garden
    Garden By Kathy Adams 18 days ago

    Repurpose Empty Toilet Paper Rolls To Help Protect Your Plants From Damaging Pests

    If you're seeing your plants' stems getting chewed on or otherwise damaged, you've got a pest problem. One easy way to fight back is with toilet paper tubes.

    By Kathy Adams 18 days ago Read More
  • Field of sunflowers
    Garden
    Garden By Cayla Leonard 19 days ago

    Attract More Birds To Your Yard With The Help Of These Sunflower Varieties

    Why buy sunflower seeds for your bird feeder when you can grow them? However, not all varieties of sunflower are created equally, as far as birds are concerned.

    By Cayla Leonard 19 days ago Read More
  • Rope lights running along the side of a walkway leading to a home
    Garden
    Garden By Nina Phillips 19 days ago

    How To Choose The Best Harbor Freight Rope Lighting For Your Backyard

    Outdoor rope lighting can add atmosphere to your back yard, providing soft, easy-to-setup illumination. These Harbor Freight finds are a great example.

    By Nina Phillips 19 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding Maxwell House coffee outside
    Garden
    Garden By Kathy Adams 19 days ago

    Don't Throw Away Your Coffee Container: Use It To Help Your Favorite Plants Thrive

    Don't toss your empty coffee container — instead, repurpose it to water and nourish your plants, giving them the boost they need to thrive.

    By Kathy Adams 19 days ago Read More
  • A beautiful lawn with artificial grass and a strip of gravel along the right side of the yard along the driveway
    Garden
    Garden By Alisha Land 19 days ago

    The Best Method For Laying Artificial Grass In Your Yard

    Artificial grass doesn't have to look as if it's foreign to your yard. Here is the best method for laying it and making it appear as natural as possible.

    By Alisha Land 19 days ago Read More
  • Iceberg in fjord at Northeast Greenland National Park
    Travel
    Travel By Danno Wise 19 days ago

    Explore Greenland's Dramatic Fjords And Glaciers At The World's Largest National Park

    Greenland is the world's largest island, boasting the world's largest national park. Exploring this Arctic wonderland takes effort, but it's well rewarded.

    By Danno Wise 19 days ago Read More
  • Crow and raven on lawn
    Garden
    Garden By Kathy Adams 19 days ago

    If These Birds Won't Stop Damaging Your Lawn, They May Actually Be Helping

    A crow or two can be a fun sighting. Several crows, digging up your lawn, can be aggravating. But really, they're sending you a message to check your lawn.

    By Kathy Adams 19 days ago Read More
  • Cars in a heavy snowstorm
    Safety
    Safety By Danno Wise 20 days ago

    Winter Storm Warning: How Much Time Do You Have Until The Snow Hits?

    Weather forecasts are invaluable during the winter, particularly winter storm warnings. Do you have enough time to prepare your home and car? It's complicated.

    By Danno Wise 20 days ago Read More
  • Multiple wind chimes on a porch
    Build
    Build By Kathy Adams 20 days ago

    DIY A More Peaceful Wind Chime With An Idea Inspired By Erin Napier

    Wind chimes are generally charming, until they're not. The metallic ting and clang can get old. Wood offers a softer, more zen-like tone and is easy to DIY.

    By Kathy Adams 20 days ago Read More
  • Fly on plant outside
    Wildlife
    Wildlife By Yvonne Glasgow 20 days ago

    The Popular Fly Myth That You Should Try Yourself Before Fully Debunking

    There are plenty of reasons why your yard might be swarming with flies, but what about solutions? There's one hack that some people swear by.

    By Yvonne Glasgow 20 days ago Read More
  • A scenic view of Arches National Park in Utah
    Travel
    Travel By TeeJay Small 20 days ago

    Thinking Of Taking Natural Souvenirs From A National Park? You Might Be Breaking Some Rules

    When admiring the natural beauty that are America's national parks, it can get tempting to pocket a rock or feather as a memory. But that's not a great idea.

    By TeeJay Small 20 days ago Read More
  • Cars parked on a street, completely covered in snow
    Safety
    Safety By Kathy Adams 20 days ago

    Don't Forget To Clear Snow Off Your Car! You May Get Into Legal Trouble If You Live In These States

    Even though it's kind of fun to see a car driving around with a foot or two of snow on its roof, it's actually illegal in many places, and dangerous everywhere.

    By Kathy Adams 20 days ago Read More
  • Pink hydrangeas in fall
    Garden
    Garden By Kathy Adams 21 days ago

    Mistakes To Avoid When Preparing Your Hydrangeas For Harsh Winter Weather

    There are about 80 species of hydrangea, and not all get ready for spring in the same way. So it's important to know how to deal with yours before winter hits.

    By Kathy Adams 21 days ago Read More
  • Yosemite National Park entrance sign
    Camping
    Camping By Danno Wise 21 days ago

    The Yosemite National Park Rule You Need To Know Before Setting Up A Campfire In 2026

    Yosemite National Park covers almost 750,000 acres and about 11,000 feet in elevation changes. That means the rules covering campfires may be very specific.

    By Danno Wise 21 days ago Read More
  • Worker with tool box on a shingled roof
    Build
    Build By Cayla Leonard 22 days ago

    Repair Or Replace: Which Is The Best Option For Fixing Roof Damage

    Roof replacements are something of a rite of passage for homeowners. Determining whether the roof needs replaced or just repaired depends on several factors.

    By Cayla Leonard 22 days ago Read More
  • Person refills a bird feeder on a cold day
    Wildlife
    Wildlife By Kathy Adams 22 days ago

    Bird Food Mistakes To Avoid Making During The Winter Months

    Filling bird feeders for overwintering birds is a wonderful way to help when resources are scarce. Do it responsibly, or you could be doing more harm than good.

    By Kathy Adams 22 days ago Read More
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