Rose Knows The Poconos
Stringing up garland is a popular decorating technique for fall and winter. Garland brings just a touch of the outdoors in, during seasons when we tend to retreat to the comfort and warmth of our homes.
Fall Foliage Garland
Bring the beauty of fall into your home with this garland.
READ ARTICLECranberry and Pinecone Garland
The scents of the season come alive in this festive garland.
READ ARTICLEHomemade Holiday Garland
Spruce up the house with homemade holiday cheer.
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Every parent or caregiver knows the difficulty of navigating stir crazy children when the weather prohibits a fun day outside.These activities can keep kids occupied while engaging their creativity or encouraging them to get moving in an indoor-appropriate manner.
Children’s Yoga VideosIf you are looking for an easy way to keep the children in your household active when outdoor play isn’t possible, yoga may be the answer. Yoga is on the top of many adults’ lists for in-home workouts because i...
Puttering in the garden is an age-old hobby pursued for several reasons; it can keep you fit, provide food and flowers, and help you live in a more beautiful world. Experienced gardeners say mastering a few simple skills can get you off to a productive start to the home garden of your dreams:
Know your soil. Before you plant, it’s important to know the kind of plants your soil will best support. If you’re new to the neighborhood, ask a neighbor or local garden shop if the soil is alkaline, acid...
If there’s one activity that has skyrocketed since the pandemic began, it’s kayaking. Literally, stores sold out of boats last summer as many first timers took to the water. Not surprising, many newcomers are still not all-checked-out on rules and safety as evident in the numerous posts I see daily on various kayaking forums and social media. May is the start of prime-time paddling in PA so it’s a good time to address some things.
There are a number of rules and suggestions that apply to everyo...
Summer is in full swing, and with it comes the opportunity for you and your family to spend more time outdoors, enjoying the warm weather and a laid-back atmosphere. Why not make the most of your family time by trying one of these life-size versions of classic board games?
Giant Yahtzee®
Everyone’s favorite game of chance gets supersized in this exciting backyard version.
READ ARTICLEJumbo Jenga®
Double the size and double the fun with a game of life-size Jenga!
READ ARTICLE Super S...
An award-winning author and internationally recognized expert on edible wild plants, Samuel Thayer reveals what watered the seeds of his lifelong fascination with foraging.
Where did you grow up? Who introduced you to foraging?I grew up in central and southern Wisconsin—mostly in the city, but I spent a lot of time in rural areas. I first remember my older sister teaching me to eat wood sorrel [an edible weed] when I was four years old. It was lemony and sour, and we all thought it was deliciou...
We’ve all seen them on Facebook—majestic photos of friends and family, their faces flushed with a healthy glow, at the top of what appears to be a mountain peak with a spectacular view. Pictures like this make the activity of hiking seem as simple as an afternoon stroll in the park. And while hiking is an excellent form of exercise and should be a highly enjoyable adventure, it’s not an activity to jump into blindly.
If you’re curious about the benefits that hiking provides and how you can get...- 1
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