A Creative Outdoor Solution If you want to keep kids from tracking dirt into your house during your next pool or sprinkler party, just construct an instant outdoor dressing room. All you need is a large, sturdy umbrella with a hook handle, two shower curtains [...]
Why Winter Picnics Are Worth Trying If you think picnics are just for balmy summer days, think again. Some of the most pleasurable times I have are driving up into the mountains after a snowfall with a winter picnic and a few friends in tow. [...]
Combining Gardening and Playtime With the weather warming comes the opportunity to till the soil and begin planting the garden. Here are some fun ideas that also pass for fun places for the kids to play. Green Bean Tepees: A Jungle Adventure for Kids [...]
The Unique Appeal of Winter Camping With the mild Utah weather thus far this winter, there may be few days or weekends left for an exhilarating winter camping experience. February is traditionally a good transition month — not bitingly cold but just about right [...]
In a narrow alley behind a busy worksite, I witnessed a scene so small—and so beautiful—I almost walked past it. One woman, balancing effortlessly on a scooter seat, was trimming her friend’s hair. Two others stood nearby, chatting and laughing, dressed in matching blue work [...]
A Brief History of Valentine’s Day Everyone knows that Valentine's Day is a special day for love, friendship, sweethearts, pretty cards and flowers, but no one knows exactly how or why it got started. One legend has it that birds choose their mates on Valentine's [...]
With Valentine's coming up, you may want to try this cookie valentine bouquet. It is sure to please that special person you share it with. Valentine's Day presents the perfect opportunity for lighthearted expressions of love or friendship. Whether the object of your affection is [...]
Barbecue Safety Tips Memorial Day unofficially marks the beginning of summertime activity, and summer marks the beginning of barbecue season. It's time to dust off the grill, stock up on briquets and get ready for the delicious smoked flavor of barbecued meats and vegetables. But [...]
Choosing the Right Camp Stove More and more outdoor enthusiasts mean tighter and stricter fire regulations in wilderness areas. If you love to camp or cook outside, you may want to consider these alternatives to open fires. Choose a lightweight (1 to 2 pounds) one-burner stove [...]
Camping is an excellent opportunity to enjoy each other's company, enjoy your backyard and enjoy activities you don't normally do. If the activities director asks each family member to create one activity, you'd be in for one fun trip. Activity Ideas for Backyard Camping NATURE [...]
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