The Great Outdoors

Holy Cow (For Sale)

Sometimes us outdoor types get to thinking that we can raise our own food.  Now just because I killed my goldfish as a child (multiple times) doesn’t disqualify me from raising cattle.  Now, the part I really enjoy is the sustainable farming so I’m going to go look for some nice beef cows for...
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A Reason To Install Fake Grass

There are many reasons that someone may have to install fake grass in their yard to replace their lawn. It may be that they have been unsuccessful in growing grass and this is the last chance they have for giving the yard the look that it has a natural lawn. It may be that...
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Different Types of Lanterns for Camping

When it comes to camping, there are a lot of things that you will want to bring. One of those things is a camping lantern. There are many different types of lanterns that you can choose from with different types having different advantages and disadvantages over the other types. If you want to be...
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Buying Swimming Pool Accessories

Buying Swimming Pool Accessories

photo credit: lori05871 Deciding which swimming pool slide to purchase can be very difficult. Many people are so excited that they have a swimming pool that they rush out to purchase the biggest, fastest pool slides available. However, you would be very wise to consider the safety of your pool slide before you make...
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So You Really Want To Be A Beekeeper?

So You Really Want To Be A Beekeeper?

photo credit: Bumi Beekeeping is a noble hobby or profession that has been around for thousands of years.  Many people find keeping bees to be a good way to connect with nature and to bring in an extra income.  You can certainly keep bees full time and make a full time living from it,...
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Bug Zapper Controversy

So, over the years, there have been many developments in designs for insect repellant devices.  The bug zapper is one of the originals dating back to 1911.  It was found to be too financially intensive to be mass produced, so it wasn’t done.  Later, in 1934, the first patented bug zappers began to appear. ...
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How Many Poison Ivy Cures are Out There?

Poison ivy cures are all over the internet.  Many of these cures work but there are many that do not.  While dealing with the itch and burn of a poison ivy, it is easy to feel a sense of desperation and be willing to try any cure.  These are the top poison ivy cures...
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Freshwater Fishing Gear

Many people might think that all fishing gear is the same. How many variations on a rod and reel can there be right? This however is very, very wrong. Not only does fishing gear change between what species you’re fishing for, it even changes for what kind of water said fish is living in!...
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