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iKamper Wedge Rooftop Tent – The Blue Dot Voyager

Rooftop tents continue to evolve in both design and functionality to meet the needs of their customers. The brands that innovate and improve their products will continue to lead the way, which is why the new iKamper Blue Dot…

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Lowa Winter Boots

Lowa winter boots are coveted by avid outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. …

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How to Pack a Cooler

Use these cooler packing tips to maximize ice retention and keep your food and drink cold.…

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Roof Top Tent Reviews

The best roof top tent is out there, waiting for you to grab it and take it on an adventure of a lifetime. …

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Tough Mudder Obstacles Keep Getting Bigger and Badder

Tough Mudder has become synonymous with bad-ass obstacle courses. You know, the ones where you see people clamoring over giant wood structures or diving under wire into mud pits. It's like being a kid again. Fun right!…

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The Pros and Cons of Rooftop Tents vs. Ground Tents

Rooftop tents are the gear of the moment, and for some they add instant credibility to their outdoor aspirations. But, does that mean everyone who enjoys camping should pony up the big bucks just so they can sleep 6…

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New Pool Gear from Ryobi Outdoor

Ryobi Outdoor recently introduced three new pool tools that are getting plenty of use this summer. A pool vacuum, bluetooth speaker and light, and air inflator. These three tools have pool maintenance and outdoor fun covered. Check out our…

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Welcome to the Jungle

We love our yard, but after years of neglect from the previous owner, it has become an overgrown jungle of vines, weeds, and dead trees. Time to clear it!…

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John Deere Riding Mowers at Home Depot

Last month we visited one of the John Deere plants near Augusta, Georgia and were the first to check out their new lineup of utility tractors, zero-turn mowers and riding mowers. These tractors and riding mowers are targeted to…

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How To Build A Picnic Table

Building a picnic table is the best way to enjoy the great outdoors in the summer. Eating outside seems to take even the most ordinary of meals to something special, and your backyard is a great place for entertaining,…

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New John Deere Utility Tractors

The highlight of our John Deere factory tour was the introduction of a new lineup of sub-compact utility tractors that will replace their current 2305 model. The new series 1 tractors include the 1023E and 1026R. Functionality and versatility…

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Now’s the Time to Buy a Stihl Outdoor Power Tool

Stihl outdoor power equipment is coveted by homeowners and professionals everywhere. Now there is even more reason to consider Stihl as they've refreshed their cordless tool lineup by introducing their Lightning Battery System.…

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How To Build an Outdoor Shower

An outdoor shower is a simple luxury that anyone can setup. It's like installing your own outdoor waterfall as you enjoy nature a la naturale.…

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Husqvarna 1650EXL Snow Thrower Review

The constant barrage of snow New York has seen this winter proved the perfect setting to put the Husqvarna 1650EXL snow thrower through its paces. …

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Ryobi Pressure Washer

A pressure washer makes quick cleaning of driveways, decks, siding, windows and more.…

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Car Camping with an ARB Rooftop Tent

Take care camping to the next level and check out this roof mounted tent from ARB. It is great for expeditions as well as drive up camping.…

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Fly Your Flag the Right Way this 4th of July

If you choose to display your American spirit by flying the U.S. flag this 4th of July, please make sure you do it properly. Yes, there is more to it than just unfurling the flag and running it up…

Build It Yourself: Surfboard Storage Rack

Since moving to LA from NYC last year I thought I’d be doing a lot more surfing. It hasn’t worked out like that. As soon as the water got warm the waves went flat. I guess that’s par for…

How To Keep Bugs From Ruining Your Outdoor Party

Due to the drought, many wasps, yellow jackets and flies have begun to forge in people’s green yards and gardens. Besides being a nuisance these bugs can be aggressive and dangerous. In situations like this, some homeowners even turn…

Outdoor Living Made Easy with a Lowe’s Backyard Makeover

This summer we traveled to New York to check out the Lowe’s Designer Charity Challenge. We were inspired by what all three designers were able to accomplish using Lowe’s 2012 outdoor collection as well as other items from the…

Build a Fire Ring Pit With Stone and Sweat

If you are looking for inspiration in home design, Houzz is a great place to start. They have more than 500,000 photos from designers that you can clip and save in your “ideabook” for easy reference. Houzz also has…

How to Explore Tide Pools (Responsibly)

Everyday the ocean reveals a bit of itself as the tide recedes and in areas of shallow shoreline the trapped water becomes a tide pool that can contain an amazing variety of marine life including seaweeds, coral, mussels, crabs,…

Scraping Topsoil: Why Your Lawn and Garden Won’t Grow

For years developers have been scraping the topsoil (8-12 inches) from properties and selling it to sod farms. It’s another way that land can be monetized and topsoil is a valuable commodity that contains minerals and nutrients from years…

Fixing a Spotty Lawn with 1 Step Complete

A couple months ago I checked out the NexGen grass seed lab and the Pennington Seed factory in Oregon and received some valuable information on lawn care as well as a hands-on look at their 1 Step Complete combo…

Build the Ultimate Home Workout Space

Gyms are expensive and if you’ve got the space at home, why not invest a bit in building and setting up a home workout space. Not just a home gym with some weights and a Soloflex but a real…