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If outdoorsmen planned rural weddings

If outdoorsmen planned rural weddings

Last Saturday, I sat in the back of a church watching a hunting buddy give away his daughter in holy matrimony. Tears welled in his eyes, while I...

How Rural Living Helps You Stress Less and Live Longer

How Rural Living Helps You Stress Less and Live Longer

Five ways living in the country can give you a huge boost in your health by reducing daily stress levels.

How the countryside is changing

How the countryside is changing

When I moved here thirty years ago, the countryside was considerably different.  It’s amazing how quickly it has changed.

9 healthy benefits of eating wild game

9 healthy benefits of eating wild game

Our health expert explains the many health benefits of eating wild game.

Close encounters of the bird kind

Close encounters of the bird kind

It's no secret around our house that my husband is slightly more than obsessed with woodpeckers. And when I say obsessed, I mean it’s almost as bad...

13 unstructured playtime ideas to get the kids outside

13 unstructured playtime ideas to get the kids outside

It’s no surprise kids are overscheduled these days.

Starting a farm at midlife: The 1000mile journey

Starting a farm at midlife: The 1000-mile journey

Since we moved nearly 1000 miles from New England to Kentucky eight years ago, where we knew absolutely no one, native folks often ask us, “Why...

Why land is one of the safest places to invest money

Why land is one of the safest places to invest money

The stock market could crash, but your land isn't going anywhere. Land broker Jonathan Goode explains why investing in rural land pays off.

13 home remedies for the homestead

13 home remedies for the homestead

When it comes to common health issues—like minor illness, ailments, and injuries—many families are seeking natural ways to stay healthy.

From chicken farm to corn maze

From chicken farm to corn maze

One plot of farmland has served the Conner family’s evolving needs for more than 150 years. We visit them in Hilliard, Florida, to hear their story...