We have a special treat today for all you bird lovers and nature junkies. Taking care of our planet and all of the wonderful creatures on it is not as hard as it sounds! While we can’t care for each and every animal, we can make sure to do our part for the ones in …
When I think about the winter, I see snow. It’s because, as a kid growing up in Poland, we had tons of fresh snow every year. My friends and I used to spend a lot of time outside having fun with it. We played different games and did various winter activities. When I got older, …
The chiminea got its start in Spain around 400 years ago. Back then, clay chimineas were used indoors to both cook food and warm up houses. Nowadays, chimineas are still popular although metal chimineas have become a lot more common than clay chimineas. It’s still possible to find a traditional clay chiminea although chimineas with …
Every year, winter comes and lays out gorgeous thick blankets of snow covering the ground and although it’s best to clear it off of path walks, driveways, and roads, that’s also the perfect time to create some gorgeous winter sculptures in your yard! Whether it’s your first time trying it or you’ve done it countless …
Can your trash also be your treasure? Yes, through composting! Home composting transforms your food waste, scraps, kitchen scraps, plant, and garden waste into a gardener’s black gold — fertile and healthy humus soil. Though everyone should try it, we don’t all have the patience to wait out the natural composting period that, with an improperly …
Although winter brings gorgeous and heavy snow fall, it could also trigger the growth of snow mold on your lawn if you’re not careful. This is why when the seasons change and the temperatures start to drop, you need to update your yard maintenance routine into something better for winter to preserve your healthy lawn. …
When it comes to heating the outdoors, there’s nothing like a roaring fire to take on the job. It will warm you nicely but it’s also entertaining. Not something you get with a regular outdoor heater. There’s a reason why camp fires are nicknamed nature’s television. If you’re so inclined, your outdoor heating solution could …
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Growing up in Poland, we had plenty of snow each winter. We always played in it, building snowmen, having snowball fights, or sledding. However, I enjoyed eating it. It might sound crazy, but as a young boy, I couldn’t resist. Now, as a grown-up man, I wonder if what I was doing was safe or …
The holidays are officially upon us and many of us are digging out boxes of Christmas lights, ready to decorate for the season. There are many different resources out there to help us choose the best lighting options for our space and inspire us to put together creative and eye-catching outdoor lighting displays. However, there’s …
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Carving a snow sculpture is like building a snowman for adults. With plenty of practice, you could carve pretty much anything you want out of a mound of snow. It’s also the perfect activity to combat cabin fever during those long winters. An ice sculpture is a bit more detailed than a snowman, so you’ll …