Outdoor propane fire pits sold at patio furniture stores can be expensive, and wood-burning ones are bad for our air quality. But if you’re handy with a few simple tools, you can build a ...

There’s something enticing about gathering around a backyard fire pit at dusk with a group of friends and family, enjoying stories over some of the best beers. If you've ever dreamt of building ...

As an author who writes books about science and nature, West Seattleite Lyanda Haupt relies on sharp binoculars, a clean hand lens and a pair of sturdy walking shoes. A less likely tool? Her backyard ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A backyard deck replete with yellow and white stripped wooden deck chairs, a matching side table ...

When it comes to getting set to move life outdoors, taking care of landscaping—like weeding and hedge pruning—may be a top priority. Yet, once the basics are taken care of, consider brightening up a ...