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Hosting Family + Friends at the Cabin

You probably bought your cabin mindful of family and friends coming to share in the cabin life activities. The responsibility of hosting family and friends doesn't have to be overwhelming; our tips and tricks on sleeping arrangements and how to share in the workload can make the experience enjoyable for all.

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These Thanksgiving Essentials Will Spice Up Your Hosting
If you're hosting a feast or party, you'll need a few key pieces for your table decor and general entertaining essentials.
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Tips for Hosting Memorable Cabin Gatherings This Spring
The beauty of a springtime celebration is that there are various ways to entertain and have a good time.
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Planning an Unforgettable Birthday Party at the Cabin
Learn how to make the right preparations for your cabin birthday party to be a smash hit for everyone involved.
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Outdoor Entertaining Must-Haves
Creating a fun outdoor hangout spot doesn’t need to be hard. Mix and match our favorite items to achieve the open-air entertainin…
Holiday Decor for Cabins
Our Favorite Holiday Decor Finds for Cabins
The holidays are the most magical time of year at the cabin! We’ve rounded up 12 of our favorite decor finds that are must-haves …
Personalized Gift Ideas
Gift Guide: Personalized Cabin Gifts
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Gift Guide: For the Adventurous Spirit
The best gift ideas for the friend who always says yes to adventure.
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Essentials for Hosting the Ultimate Outdoor Movie Night
Your how-to guide for hosting a perfect screening under the stars.
Decor for the Fourth of July
Patriotic Finds for the Fourth of July
These affordable decor ideas add a patriotic pop for July Fourth cabin festivities.
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The Ultimate Holiday Feast at the Cabin
A classic holiday feast from our friends at Cuisine at Home. This collection of recipes is all you need to make your meal memorab…
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Summer Cocktails at the Cabin
Cool off with these refreshing, ice cold drinks from our friends at Cuisine at Home.
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Grilling with Dad at the Cabin
These recipes from our friends at Cuisine at Home make for the perfect dinners for dad.
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Breakfast at the Cabin
Hot & Hearty breakfasts from our friends at Cuisine at Home. Give the bagels and cream cheese a rest and try one of these five sw…
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The 4 Essentials for Porch Parties
Whether you’re having friends over for a drink or serving dinner to a crowd, make sure you keep your loved ones warm and cozy all…
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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3 Sparkling Wines for Early Spring
Here are three sparkling wines perfect for early spring that cost under $30 a bottle.
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7 Tips to Hosting a Stress-Free Feast at the Cabin
Try these seven tips to make your holiday as laid-back as possible as you cook for a crowd at the cabin.
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Family Cabin, Family Reunion
If you build a family cabin, they will come.
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Cooking at the Cabin: Freshly Caught Fish
Shore lunch at the cabin or wherever you happen to be.
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Built-Ins, Bunk Beds, and Other Cabin Space Savers
Make the most of every square inch in your cabin–even tiny niches and nooks. From banquettes to window seats to built-in beds, he…
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Creative Fire Pit Ideas for the Cabin
Take a look at these outdoor living space designs to see what inspires you.
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5 Paths to an Affordable Outdoor Kitchen
You can create a deluxe food prep, grilling & entertaining space on your deck or patio without breaking the bank.
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Our Top Tips for Entertaining Holiday Guests at the Cabin
Create a warm welcome for guests, fight cabin fever, and make cleanup a snap with these helpful tips.
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Light Up Your Winter Outdoors
Don't let winter's chill put a freeze on your outdoor entertaining plans!
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Black Lab Loves Swinging in the Hammock
Our black Lab, Cabella, cannot resist a chance to swing in the hammock. Good thing there's enough room for two!
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Brody: Dock Diving
Brody shows off his dock-jumping skills at the cabin.
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Playing Fetch Without a Lake
Our chocolate Lab loves to play fetch on land and in the water. When we're at home and can't get to the cabin or to a nearby lake for fetch, I fill up our kiddie pool with water out in our yard so our dog can have water with her fetch. As you can see, our pup made her own game out of the situation, and loves it!

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