Home & Backyard Stories

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Treat yourself to a staycation with our tips, tricks and guides on how to make your home and backyard – or patio, or deck, or even front steps – a destination for outdoor fun.

How to Get Outside and Ease Your Mind

5 Walks to Boost Your Mental Wellness

5 Creative Ways to Track National Park Visits

Find Your Luggage Match for Any Trip

How to Layer for Changing Seasons

Hit the Pavement

5 Ways to Take Your Workout Outside this Summer

Get Ready for Fun in the Sun at the Beach

Do It Yourself: Get Your Bike Ready to Ride

Isaiah Scott: Birding Tips, Advice and Reflections

How to Layer for Cold, Rainy Weather

6 Ways to Get Ready to Spend Spring Outside

Have Fun Cleaning Up Your Neighborhood

6 Ways to Prepare the Perfect Picnic

Trade Screen Time for Green Time

8 Delicious Twists on the Classic S'more

Fun Activities for Summer Evenings

Indoor Camping Guide

Well-Being Starts on the Inside

The Perfect Outdoor Reading Spot

Beginner's Guide to Backyard Camping

Easy Outdoor Games for Kids

5 Classic Backyard Games

The At-Home Guide to Outdoor Family Fun

5 Healthy Breaks for Days at Home

Build a Better Backyard

8 Quick and Easy Backyard Party Hacks

Create a Winter Oasis in Your Backyard

7 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays Outdoors

8 Outdoor Ideas for a Close-to-Home Halloween

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