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The Feel of an Old Quilt

The Feel of an Old Quilt

As the days get shorter and the nights chillier, there's nothing like the comforting feel of an old quilt. Writer Jim Mize shares the story of his...

5 ZeroWaste Ideas for ecofriendly Pumpkin Decor

5 Zero-Waste Ideas for eco-friendly Pumpkin Decor

As soon as fall arrives, so do the ornamental (and edible) pumpkins. Rethink:Rural writer, Mara Watts, shares a few ideas for minimizing waste and...

How to Teach Kids to Build A Campfire Safely: A StepByStep Guide

How to Teach Kids to Build A Campfire Safely: A Step-By-Step Guide

Learning how to build a campfire is a rite of passage for country and city kids, but it must be done with great adult intention and attention to...

10 Fall Activities to Do in the Country

10 Fall Activities to Do in the Country

Looking for fun fall activities to do in your rural area or small town? Check out these 10 creative ideas the whole family will enjoy, from picking...

The Science Behind Why Leaves Change Color in Autumn

The Science Behind Why Leaves Change Color in Autumn

Country living near forests affords one a beautiful view of fall colors. But have you ever wondered why leaves change color in Autumn? Read on to...

Memories of a OneRoom Rural Schoolhouse

Memories of a One-Room Rural Schoolhouse

Have you ever wondered what school was like in a one-room country schoolhouse? In this nostalgia piece, L. Woodrow Ross shares colorful and beloved...

How a Growth Mindset Improved My Hunting

How a Growth Mindset Improved My Hunting

One new hunter shares the joys and challenges of her journey of getting started hunting as an adult.

The Best Weather Gadgets To Track Conditions in Rural Areas

The Best Weather Gadgets To Track Conditions in Rural Areas

In some rural places, the weather can vary significantly from the local weather report. Outdoorsman Jim Mize shares his favorite low-tech and...

The Importance of Wildlife Corridors the Landowner's Role in Preserving Biodiversity

The Importance of Wildlife Corridors & the Landowner's Role in Preserving Biodiversity

Discover how wildlife corridors are helping reconnect fragmented sections of animal habitat while increasing human safety, plus how to use your rural...

Heard It Through the Grapvine

Heard It Through the Grapvine

How does news get around rural communities these days? Hint: it's not all by social media or newsfeed. Humor writer, outdoorsman and rural-living...