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Wire hangers are surprisingly effective at sliding beneath, loosening, and extracting pavers, but palette, putty, and butter knives can do the trick, too.
The Closet Staple That'll Make Removing Patio Pavers A Breeze - Outdoor Guide
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November 20, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Wire hangers are surprisingly effective at sliding beneath, loosening, and extracting pavers, but palette, putty, and butter knives can do the trick, too.
If you encounter a bear in the wild, dropping your backpack is one critical mistake that might be the difference between life and death.
The Common Gear Mistake To Avoid When Encountering Bears While Hiking - Outdoor Guide
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November 20, 2025 at 5:02 AM
If you encounter a bear in the wild, dropping your backpack is one critical mistake that might be the difference between life and death.
Despite the weight, a quality cast iron camping Dutch oven is worth bringing on a camping trip. It serves as everything from a frying pan to a dessert oven.
The Popular Cooking Tool You Won't Regret Packing For Your Camping Trip - Outdoor Guide
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November 20, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Despite the weight, a quality cast iron camping Dutch oven is worth bringing on a camping trip. It serves as everything from a frying pan to a dessert oven.
Hummingbirds do eat from hanging feeders, but experts say they're not as good as or better than the real thing, which is why you should plant plenty of flowers.
A Common Hummingbird Nectar Myth You Should Stop Believing - Outdoor Guide
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November 20, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Hummingbirds do eat from hanging feeders, but experts say they're not as good as or better than the real thing, which is why you should plant plenty of flowers.
If you're sure that your neighbor's fence is in your yard, you'll want to negotiate with them about moving it or consider a third-party mediator if they won't.
What To Do If Your Neighbor's Fence Is In Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
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November 20, 2025 at 2:49 AM
If you're sure that your neighbor's fence is in your yard, you'll want to negotiate with them about moving it or consider a third-party mediator if they won't.
You can easily expand the scope of your campfire cooking beyond quick, premade meals by simply marinating your food ahead of time.
Upgrade Your Campsite Meals With A Simple Preparation Tip - Outdoor Guide
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November 20, 2025 at 2:02 AM
You can easily expand the scope of your campfire cooking beyond quick, premade meals by simply marinating your food ahead of time.
Explore the Natchez Trace Trail in Mississippi, where wetlands, forests, and horseback riding offer a scenic, historic outdoor adventure.
Explore The Mississippi Wetlands And Hardwood Forest On This Scenic Trail - Outdoor Guide
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November 20, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Explore the Natchez Trace Trail in Mississippi, where wetlands, forests, and horseback riding offer a scenic, historic outdoor adventure.
Bubble wrap is a cheap, effective way to protect plants from frost. Here’s how to insulate pots, gardens, and even greenhouses before a freeze.
The Unexpected Product That Can Help Protect Your Plants During Cold Weather - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Bubble wrap is a cheap, effective way to protect plants from frost. Here’s how to insulate pots, gardens, and even greenhouses before a freeze.
To protect young fruit trees from sunscald and frost cracking, wrap trunks and lower branches in Ace-style elastic bandages. They are flexible and breathable.
The First Aid Kit Essential That'll Help Protect Your Younger Trees From Frost - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 8:01 PM
To protect young fruit trees from sunscald and frost cracking, wrap trunks and lower branches in Ace-style elastic bandages. They are flexible and breathable.
Black widows are in every U.S. state except Alaska, but you're most likely to encounter them in Southern states like Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico or Hawaii.
U.S. States Where You're Most Likely To Encounter Black Widows - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Black widows are in every U.S. state except Alaska, but you're most likely to encounter them in Southern states like Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico or Hawaii.
When mulching over the winter, use natural mulch over plastic. Avoid easily compacted mulch, applying after first frost. And know which plants don't need help.
How To Choose The Best Type Of Mulch To Use In Your Winter Garden - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 4:44 PM
When mulching over the winter, use natural mulch over plastic. Avoid easily compacted mulch, applying after first frost. And know which plants don't need help.
Hike, swim, and explore Harriman State Park, the second-largest in New York, just a short drive from the city.
Visit The Second-Largest State Park In New York For Sweeping Views & Vast Hiking Trails - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Hike, swim, and explore Harriman State Park, the second-largest in New York, just a short drive from the city.
15 species of hummingbird live in or migrate through the U.S. From the large Rivoli's in Texas to Alaska's rufous, hummingbirds are as diverse as we are.
Some Of The Different Types Of Hummingbirds That Could Be Visiting Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 1:59 PM
15 species of hummingbird live in or migrate through the U.S. From the large Rivoli's in Texas to Alaska's rufous, hummingbirds are as diverse as we are.
Dress up your pergola with these gorgeous climbing plants that provide color, elevated ambiance, and shade.
Beautiful Climbing Plants That'll Add Shade To Your Pergola - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Dress up your pergola with these gorgeous climbing plants that provide color, elevated ambiance, and shade.
Remove a thick layer of snow from a pitched roof by tossing a thick rope up and around one slope. With a friend, "saw" underneath the snow, using the rope.
The Roof Snow Removal Trick That May Be Worth The Effort - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Remove a thick layer of snow from a pitched roof by tossing a thick rope up and around one slope. With a friend, "saw" underneath the snow, using the rope.
Wire hangers are surprisingly effective at sliding beneath, loosening, and extracting pavers, but palette, putty, and butter knives can do the trick, too.
The Closet Staple That'll Make Removing Patio Pavers A Breeze - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 4:45 AM
Wire hangers are surprisingly effective at sliding beneath, loosening, and extracting pavers, but palette, putty, and butter knives can do the trick, too.
Prevent theft while hiking in national parks by keeping your car clear of valuables, choosing smart parking spots, and avoiding common break-in risks.
How To Prevent Theft While Hiking In Popular National Parks - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Prevent theft while hiking in national parks by keeping your car clear of valuables, choosing smart parking spots, and avoiding common break-in risks.
Despite the weight, a quality cast iron camping Dutch oven is worth bringing on a camping trip. It serves as everything from a frying pan to a dessert oven.
The Popular Cooking Tool You Won't Regret Packing For Your Camping Trip - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Despite the weight, a quality cast iron camping Dutch oven is worth bringing on a camping trip. It serves as everything from a frying pan to a dessert oven.
Foxtail lily is a variety with tall spikes of colorful flowers, that’s not commonly planted. You can plant tubers in late fall to get blooms in the spring.
The Underrated Lily Variety To Plant In November For Beautiful Spring Blooms - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Foxtail lily is a variety with tall spikes of colorful flowers, that’s not commonly planted. You can plant tubers in late fall to get blooms in the spring.
Snow not only acts as an insulating mulch for dormant plants, you can study melt patterns to help decide where to plant sun-loving and shade-loving plants.
How To Use Snow In Your Yard To Help Plan Your Spring Garden - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Snow not only acts as an insulating mulch for dormant plants, you can study melt patterns to help decide where to plant sun-loving and shade-loving plants.
Mount Mansfield in Vermont is a daunting peak above the town of Stowe in the Green Mountains, but hikes up it reward you with stunning sweeping views.
There's No Shortage Of Sweeping Views While Hiking Vermont's Highest Peak - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Mount Mansfield in Vermont is a daunting peak above the town of Stowe in the Green Mountains, but hikes up it reward you with stunning sweeping views.
If you encounter a bear in the wild, dropping your backpack is one critical mistake that might be the difference between life and death.
The Common Gear Mistake To Avoid When Encountering Bears While Hiking - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 1:48 AM
If you encounter a bear in the wild, dropping your backpack is one critical mistake that might be the difference between life and death.
Make snow removal easier by spraying your shovel with cooking oil. It prevents snow from sticking, making shoveling faster and less exhausting.
Make Snow Removal Easier With The Help Of A Cooking Essential - Outdoor Guide
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November 19, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Make snow removal easier by spraying your shovel with cooking oil. It prevents snow from sticking, making shoveling faster and less exhausting.
If you're sure that your neighbor's fence is in your yard, you'll want to negotiate with them about moving it or consider a third-party mediator if they won't.
What To Do If Your Neighbor's Fence Is In Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
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November 18, 2025 at 11:58 PM
If you're sure that your neighbor's fence is in your yard, you'll want to negotiate with them about moving it or consider a third-party mediator if they won't.
If a bear approaches your tent, you should loudly announce your presence. Unless it has been habituated, they don't want anything to do with humans.
What To Do If You Hear A Bear Right Outside Your Tent - Outdoor Guide
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November 18, 2025 at 11:26 PM
If a bear approaches your tent, you should loudly announce your presence. Unless it has been habituated, they don't want anything to do with humans.