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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.

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.

Growing your own superfood crops  Rethink Rural Blog

Growing your own superfood crops | Rethink Rural Blog

Did you know Americans spend nearly 27 billion dollars on nutritional supplements annually, according to Consumer Reports?

Old dogs and their tricks

Old dogs and their tricks

I’m not sure why God gave us dogs. Maybe it was to remind us of our mortality. Perhaps he sent them to set a good example of what a friend should be...

A tale of two log houses

A tale of two log houses

When the company that owns Rethink:Rural, Raydient Places + Properties, recently had a study conducted that showed a significant share of would-be...

8 great places to go glamping in the South

8 great places to go "glamping" in the South

Glamour + Camping = Glamping, and we know where to go "glamping" in the South. Take a look at these 10 fantastic glamping destinations.