Why You Should Never Wear Cotton Socks When Hiking
A walk taken with feet covered in blisters is a painful experience. Here's why you should never wear cotton socks while hiking.
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Stories By Laura Zbinden
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If You Use Salt To Kill Weeds, You May Be Making This Critical Mistake
Although some folks recommend using salt as a weed killer, be wary of a critical mistake you may be making.
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Think Twice Before Watering Your Lawn Every Day
Many popular lawn care myths exist, especially regarding how often to water your lawn. Here's why you should think twice before doing it daily.
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This Is The Best Time Of Year To Plant Tomatoes In Your Garden
While tomatoes are relatively easy to grow and make a great addition to your garden, it's essential to know the best time of year to plant them.
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The Common Kitchen Item You Don't Want To Bring On Your Camping Trip
Many folks look forward to the tasty meals they'll cook over an open fire during a camping trip. That said, here's one kitchen item you should leave at home.
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How To Choose The Right Backpack For Your Hike
Choosing the right backpack is essential when preparing for a hiking trip. Here's how to pick the right one for the type of hike you're going on.
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Signs It's Time To Repaint Your Home's Exterior
While you may want to repaint your house for aesthetic reasons, it's essential to do so to help protect your home, as well.
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Water Isn't Always The Best Drink To Take On Your Hike
It's always important to be wary of the dangers of dehydration when out for a hike. However, here's why water isn't always the best drink to take with you.
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Wearing The Wrong Hiking Shoes Is More Dangerous Than You Thought
Wearing the right hiking shoes is something that cannot be stressed enough. Here's why wearing the wrong ones is more dangerous than you thought.
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What You Should Do If You See Dolphins In The Water With You
Although pop culture makes us think that approaching dolphins is no big deal, that's far from the truth. Here's what you should do if you spot one in the water.
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Why Aluminum Foil Is The Cooking Tool You Need When Camping
Instead of lugging around heavy pots and pans on your next camping adventure, here's why you should consider bringing aluminum foil for your meals instead.
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Here's Why Your Tomato Plants Are Hollow Inside
While tomatoes are known to be a relatively easy-to-grow plant, some problems can arise. If your tomatoes are hollow inside, here's why.
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How To Treat Poison Ivy When You're Camping
Brushing up against poison ivy is never fun. Here's how to treat it if you're out camping and in a pinch.
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The Herb That You Want To Keep Far Away From Onions In The Garden
While onions are a common garden plant and relatively easy to grow, there's one herb you'll want to keep away from them.
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This Common Garden Mirror Mistake Is Actually Deadly
Garden mirrors are beloved for their ability to make a space appear larger than it is. That said, there's one mistake when placing them that can be deadly.
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The Unexpected Use Leftover Coffee Grounds Have In The Winter
Dealing with the snow in the winter is never fun. Thankfully, there's an unexpected use for your leftover coffee grounds that may come in handy.
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Keep Sand From Sticking To You With One Household Staple
Getting sand stuck to your body while enjoying a day at the beach can be an annoying experience. Luckily, one household staple can take away your worries.
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Rain Water Vs. Distilled Water: Which Is Best For Watering Your Plants?
Not all houseplants are easy to take care of. In fact, they may grow better if you use rain water or distilled water, but which type is best?
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The Simple Trick To Warm Up Your Sleeping Bag Without Electricity
Trying to sleep in the wilderness at night can be a chilly experience. Here's a simple trick to warm up your sleeping bag while camping.
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The Vegetable You Need To Add To Your Garden If You Have A Raccoon Problem
While raccoons can look adorable from a distance, they can also be a huge nuisance if you have a garden. Here is the vegetable that acts as a raccoon repellent.
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The Secret Ingredient That Will Keep Hydrangeas Flourishing
Although hydrangeas are absolutely stunning flowers, they're quite hard to keep alive. Here's the secret ingredient that will keep them flourishing.
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Joanna Gaines' Top Tip For Growing A Successful Garden
Joanna Gaines is an expert at renovating houses. As it turns out, she now has a green thumb, too. Here is her top tip for growing a successful garden.
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Leave These Household Items At Home To Keep Ants Out Of Your Tent
Your relaxing camping trip can definitely get interrupted by the arrival of pesky ants. Here are the household items you should leave at home to keep ants away.
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The Shortest Amount Of Time A Contestant Has Ever Stayed On Alone
History Channel's Alone is a hit reality TV series that drops off contestants alone in the wild. Here is the shortest amount of time a contestant has stayed on.
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Plants You Should Never Plant Anywhere Near Your Blueberries
Blueberries are a nutrient-dense fruit that make a wonderful addition to any garden. That said, there are certain plants you should never plant near them.
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If You Get Sprayed By A Skunk Here's What To Do
Getting sprayed by a skunk is probably not on your list of life goals, but unfortunately, it can happen. Here's what to do in this situation.
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The Little-Known Hidden Dangers Of Kayaking
While kayaking can be a peaceful way to connect with nature, there are also some little-known hidden dangers you should be wary of.
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