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    Merrell Launches Sustainable Hiking Shoes for Zero Waste Week

    One of our favorite hiking footwear brands just launched a sustainable shoe line made from scrap materials.


    Seeding Square Review: Seed Spacer Tool for Maximum Harvest (We Tried It!)

    This ingenious tool provides a simple way to plant seeds with optimal spacing for vegetables to flourish. Here's...


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    Guide for Growing Goldenrod

    I can't imagine my fall garden without the bright yellow flowers of goldenrod attracting pollinators hungry for nectar before cold...


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    What To Know About Growing Sunflowers From Seeds

    Sunflowers grow best when you sow seeds directly in the garden. Here are a few tips to keep in mind...


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    10 Fast-Growing Flowers

    You can enjoy beautiful blooms in as little as six weeks!


    Alpicool C20 Portable Car Freezer: Your Road Trip’s Best Friend (We Tried It!)

    Meet the Alpicool fridge, a camping-friendly accessory that keeps almost any food or drink item at the right...


    The 15 Best Pool Gifts for That Person Who Practically Lives in the Water

    For chilling out, working out or just keeping things safe and orderly, we've got 16 great pool gifts for every...


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    How to Make a Kids’ Car Wash Sprinkler

    Impress your kids with a sprinkler car wash that they can run or ride through. All it takes is an...

    CobraHead vs. Grampa’s Weeder: Which Gardening Tool Is Right for You?

    To see which is the best weeding tool, we put the long-handle CobraHead weeder and cultivator and Grampa's Weeder against...


    Solo Stove Pi Prime Review: Is it An Affordable Home Pizza Oven? (We Tried It)

    Ready for a new pizza oven? We tested the just-launched Solo Stove Pi Prime and detail how it performs.


    When Should I Mow New Sod?

    New sod needs time to get established before you mow it. One or two weeks is typical, but the sod...


    Best Shrubs for Fall Leaf Color

    For outstanding fall color in your garden, plant a variety of shrubs that put on a showy display.


    Chill Out with the 12 Best Yeti Cooler Accessories

    Take your camping trips to the next level with these 14 innovative Yeti cooler accessories.


    10 Best Camping Chairs, According to Our Outdoor Experts

    Looking for a chair to bring to the beach or concert? Take a seat in one of the best camping...


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    Gardening By the Moon: How To Use Lunar Phases for Planting and Harvesting

    Connect with your ancestors and Mother Nature when you garden by the phases of the moon. Apply lunar gardening principles...


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    Learn to Diagnose and Treat These 8 Lawn Diseases

    Like people, lawns get sick. It can be minor, like a cold, or more serious. Learn how to identify these...


    Review of the Yeti Roadie 48: A Tall, Durable, and Rollable Cooler (We Tried it!)

    We tested the Yeti Roadie 48 to see how much it holds, how long it keeps things cold...

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    7 Favorite Sunflower Varieties for Fall

    Autumn's favorite flower comes in dozens of delightful shapes and colors.


    How To Make a DIY No Waste Chicken Feeder

    A no-waste chicken feeder is a quick, easy, affordable way to keep the coop clean, save money and keep your...


    EcoZoom Versa Camping Stove Review: Is It the Best Rocket Stove? We Tried It!

    The BioLite EcoZoom Versa turns twigs and leaves into some serious heat.


    PIC Insect Killer Torch Review: Is It the Best Bug Zapper? (We Tried It!)

    Enhance your backyard ambience and enjoy outdoor activities without being bugged (literally), thanks to the PIC insect killer...


    Best Portable & Budget-Friendly Emergency Radios for Your Survival Kit

    Whether you're a camper or prepper, be prepared for any situation that arises with the best emergency radio.


    8 Man Cave Shed Ideas

    Transform an ordinary storage shed into a chill hangout spot with these amazing designs.

    Editor-Tested UPF Gear Is on Deep Discount—Save 70% on Free Fly Apparel

    Free Fly is having their End-of-Season sale, featuring up to 70% off select styles. Take an additional 20% off end-of-season...


    EcoBorder Rubber Landscape Edging Review: Is Rubber Lawn Edging Any Good?

    When it’s time to elevate your garden and lawn, get instant impact with long-lasting results, thanks to EcoBorder...


    The 9 Best Yeti Products Our Editors Tested and Loved

    People love Yeti coolers and drinkware—and for good reasons: They’re durable, and they perform. But with so many options from...


    Brumate Rotera Review: Sleek Water Bottle with Tumbler-Like Insulation – We Tried It!

    We tried the new Brumate Rotera, and it has the insulation power of a stainless steel tumbler with...


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    8 Potting Shed Ideas

    A potting shed offers protection from the sun, rain and wind so you can garden any time of year.


    A Quality Outdoor TV Under $900? Prepare for an Upgraded Patio Space

    This Element outdoor TV turns your deck into the entertainment area of your dreams—all on a budget.