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Recreation

Watching stars

Backyard astronomy is a hobby that's fun for the whole family and uniquely suited to the needs of rural residents. Since you don't have to deal with tall buildings and the glare of city lights, you probably have a great view of the stars from your own backyard!



Options for agritourism

You know that living in the country is special, and city folks know it, too. That's why agritourism -- making agriculture into a tourist venture -- is so popular.


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Tips for night photography

Life in the country is beautiful, and it begs to be photographed. But as the sky gets darker, it's harder and harder to snap the perfect picture. Check out these night time photography tips.


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Build a backyard ball field

If you're looking for an area for the kids to pretend they're major-leaguers, find a spot that's flat and without obstructions, and build them their own ball field.


Luke Prater with bat & batting helmet

Mushroom hunting

Take your walk at the right time this spring and you might come home with more than just a song in your heart. With a little know-how and a lot of luck, you could bag the tastiest treat in the woods -- morel mushrooms.


Morel mushrooms

Morel mushroom hunting radio program

Walking in the woods is its own reward, but with a little know-how and a lot of luck, you may come home with the tastiest treat in the forest: morel mushrooms.


Morel mushrooms

Installing a hot tub

There's nothing like soaking in hot, steaming water to soothe aches and pains, and having a hot tub on your property can give you that personal spa experience anytime.


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Rubber playground mulch

One way to help protect kids is by placing rubber mulch made from recycled tires around play equipment.


girl outside on playground

Building a tree bench

With a bench that wraps around a shady tree, you've got a comfortable spot to gaze upon your property in every direction!



Throw a pumpkin-chucking party

Once the excitement of Halloween has passed, it's time to dispose of your pumpkins. However, pumpkins are too much fun to simply toss in the trash. Instead, treat your family to a pumpkin-chucking party!


Pumpkins

Making ice luminaries

You may have just about had it with cold weather and ice by now, but with a little imagination, you can use the ice to welcome visitors to your acreage.


Luminarias

Egg decorating

In today's radio program, you'll hear how items like tree bark, fruits and vegetables can be used to color eggs.



Getting into beekeeping

Honey bees can be kept nearly anywhere, and acreage owners may find the hobby of beekeeping also makes good business sense.


Bees and beehive

 
 
 


 

 
 
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