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Living the Cabin Life

Now that you've found and built your perfect cabin, it's time to reap the benefits of cabin life. Enjoy outdoor recreation like hiking and boating, learn about the nature that resides around your property, and prepare for hosting large families and guests so you're stress-free.

DIY Copper Garden Tower
DIY Copper Garden Tower
Build this trellis in a day. Then use it to dress up any corner of your garden!
DIY: Build Your Own Adirondack Chair
DIY: Build Your Own Adirondack Chair
Adirondack chairs are the perfect accessory for any outdoor cabin space. Add a touch of personal flair to your yard by following …
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The Right Place to Put a Bird Feeder
The perfect place to put a bird feeder isn't as easy to figure out as you might think.
The Best Weekend Backpack to Take to the Cabin
The Best Weekend Backpack to Take to the Cabin
Finding a backpack that conveniently carries all your things—while still looking fashionable—for that quick weekend getaway at th…
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How to Keep Your Dog Safe During the Summer Heat
One of the most important things pet owners can do during the summer is make sure their dogs stay safe during the hottest months.
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How to Teach a Dog to Swim
Teaching a dog to swim can seem daunting, but we've got tips from an expert to make it a little bit easier!
Our Favorite Fire-Making Tools
Our Favorite Fire-Making Tools
Not everyone can start a fire by rubbing two sticks together. Here are some of the best tools to help ignite the spark.
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How To Start a Fire Without Matches
Even the most experienced outdoors enthusiasts may find themselves stranded from time to time with no means to start a fire. This…
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The Best Life Jackets for Dogs
We've rounded up the best life jackets to keep your dog safe on the water this summer.
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Grill-Fired Pork Steaks with Smoky Greens
Here’s an inexpensive pork steak that grills up like a sirloin but packs the flavor of pricier pork cuts.
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Sweet Potato Hash
Add this sweet potato hash to any main course and you’ve got a work of art.
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Barbecue Basics: How to BBQ
Become a grill master with these basic barbecue tips. When it comes to proper barbecuing technique, patience is definitely a virt…
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Check Out This Amazing Deck Makeover
A bare and boring deck didn’t entice anyone to head outside to relax — but a dramatic makeover turned it into the perfect outdoor retreat.
Decorate Your Outdoor Seating Area with Style
Decorate Your Outdoor Seating Area with Style
It doesn't take a lot to enjoy spending time in the garden, but following these decorating tips can make your outdoor seating are…
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Recipes at the Cabin: White Sangria
A refreshing drink that pairs well with a light seafood dinner.
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How to Tap a Maple Tree
A sugar maple is the most popular tree to tap due to the high concentration of sugars.
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Forager’s Pot Pie
After we’ve had a full day of running or exploring in the out- door air on a fall or winter day, there’s nothing quite like servi…
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Chopped Salad with Red Chili Shrimp and Grilled Vegetables
Seems like chopped salads are everywhere now. This one, loaded with the flavors of summertime, is topped with the sweet heat of spicy grilled shrimp and grilled vegetables.
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Ceviche Salad
How about a little blast from the past? Citrusy, light-tasting grilled seafood gives a classic spinach salad a refreshing makeover.
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Recipes at the Cabin: Key Lime Bars with Berries and Cream
Creamy and oh so tangy, these easy-to-bake bars will make a fabulous finale for your next grilled feast.
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Pros (And Cons!) of Deck + Patio Flooring
Of the many choices involved in building a deck or patio, which material to use is one of the most important. This guide will exp…
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Tomato-Potato Salad
This tomato and potato salad is a perfect, easy side for any chicken dinner.
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Robin Hood Chicken
I don’t know how this recipe got its name. But I will say that slow-roasting it outdoors and eating the tender meat with your hands is the only way to go!
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Grilled Corn on the Cob
Grilled corn has a very distinct “campfire” flavor. Doused with spicy lime butter, this will be one of the season’s favorites.
Road Trip Guide: Flathead Lake in Western Montana
Road Trip Guide: Flathead Lake in Western Montana
A quick two-hour drive from Missoula, Flathead Lake is one dreamy road trip destination!
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Fall Recipe: Bourbon Beans
These bourbon beans are a great side dish for barbecues, tailgates, or even simply for a night in.
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Cilantro-Lime Mayonnaise
This is not your typical mayonnaise. The cilantro and lime recipe adds an extra zest to any dish and is super simple to make.
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The 5 Best Campfire Lays and How to Build Them
A campfire lay, the method used to assemble a campfire before lighting it, determines how that fire will burn. Learn about the fi…

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