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How Did State Fairs Start?

How Did State Fairs Start?

Kentucky farmwife Catherine Pond takes us to the fair and looks into the history of how state and county fairs began in the United States.

TreePods: Portable treehouses, no building required

TreePods: Portable treehouses, no building required

The TreePod, a hanging treehouse, allows you to create a "hideout" wherever you go. No hammer and nails needed, and you can stowe it away when you're...

20 signs it's time to sell your boat

20 signs it's time to sell your boat

Humor writer Jim Mize offers 20 sure signs it's time to retire your boat.

Mountain biking: A culture of its own

Mountain biking: A culture of its own

Mountain bikers have their own language, equipment and tricks to get the best out of their sport - and to avoid the worst. Humor writer Jim Mize...

5 unbelievable health benefits of playing outside

5 unbelievable health benefits of playing outside

Research makes the case for the benefits of the outdoors for kids, from reducing ADD and ADHD symptoms to better eyesight. We look at the research...

How Many Acres Do You Need to Board Horses?

How Many Acres Do You Need to Board Horses?

Kentucky horse farming management expert Ron Wallace explains how many acres of land you need to raise or board horses.

How many acres do I need for an outdoor retreat?

How many acres do I need for an outdoor retreat?

The owners of a mountain bike getaway talk about how they found the property of their dreams and made it work for their retreat. 

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4 ways to make your big backyard amazing

4 ways to make your big backyard amazing

Jacksonville landscaper Shawn White, owner of A Cut Above Outdoor Specialty Services, shares 4 ways to make the most of a big backyard.

Getting stuck

Getting stuck

Funny how things change. When I first started hunting, we all wanted four-wheel-drive vehicles to get us out of big mud holes; now people want...

Master craftsman builds the Ultimate Picnic Table

Master craftsman builds the Ultimate Picnic Table

Jeff Hurr is a master craftsman who has hand-built massive sculptures, furniture destined to become family heirlooms and metal artwork that changes...