Finding a basketball game to watch in the Norfolk, Va., area is a slam dunk. And finding a place to play basketball there is an alley-oop. Figures from the Trust for Public Land, a nonprofit that promotes parks and other public spaces, indicate Norfolk lays up 406 public basketball hoops […]
The next time you see a snake slithering through the grass, think twice before hitting it with a shovel. The much-maligned reptiles are great for gardens. “Most snakes pose no danger,” says Robert T. Mason, professor of integrative biology at Oregon State University. “Even if you see a snake, you’re […]
Those fortunate enough to live by a shoreline have inherited a special responsibility along with spectacular views: Your landscaping habits can either help your gorgeous waterway — or harm it. Summer has become algae outbreak season, with the thick scum coating the surface of lakes, rivers and ponds — and […]
Roughing it not quite your thing? If you’re looking to get out of town and connect with nature without having to rough it in a traditional camping situation, then try glamping just outside your city. Glamping is a form of “glamour camping” with a more adjustable way to experience nature […]
Sometimes, you just need to get outside. Get away from work or school or the general busyness of life. Hiding out in the forest or the desert or the beach, pitching a tent and relaxing with your friends and family can be just the escape you need. And better yet, […]
The Richmond, Virginia area is a great spot for those residents who want easy access to the outdoors. Just an hour’s drive East will take you to the Atlantic Ocean for a day of fun in the sun. A few hours West will get you into the beautiful Appalachian Mountains […]
Urban living provides an unparalleled lifestyle–amazing walkability, strong community, and vibrant energy at every turn. But, if you live in a charming Denver townhome or a modern Mile High City condo, you may be sans garden. What do you do? The answer is simple; join a community garden! With community […]
Bad news for residents of the Lone Star State: Not everything is bigger in Texas … at least when it comes to growing Christmas trees. By far, North Carolina is the biggest state for production of Christmas trees in the U.S., with nearly 4.3 million trees harvested in 2012, according […]
Ladies and gentlemen, as you know, it is the greatest time of the year. The leaves are falling off the trees, decorating your delectable LawnStarter-groomed lawn, but most importantly, college football has finally returned. Which means, of course, the return of tailgating. Who do you root for? Hopefully, it’s one […]