BLat’s Version of “Conversion”
Join MLF bass pro Brian Latimer for his “fish cave” conversion project including a climate-controlled space for his boat, fishing tackle, and whatever else he dreams up.
Q&A: Environmental Scientist and Professional Bass Angler, Grae Buck
Backyard Life: Tell us a little about yourself—where you live, family, pets, what you do for work that might relate to your love of being outdoors or prioritizing a backyard lifestyle? Grae Buck: I was born and raised in southeast PA, where I began fishing from a young age. I got into the sport with my grandfather, and my fishing career—currently in my fifth year on the professional circuit—has continued to grow from there, ever…
Q&A: Fashion Model and Equestrian Fanatic, Willow Hand
Backyard Life: Tell us a little about yourself—where you live, family, pets, what you do for work that might relate to your love of being outdoors or prioritizing a backyard lifestyle? Willow Hand: My fiancé, Josh Knight, and I live in Nashville, TN, and have recently purchased our dream farmhouse that sits on 5 acres of land. We’re the proud owners of two Pomeranians and a five-year-old thoroughbred mare named Silver Sky Baby. We’re in…
Is Your Lawn Mower Ready for Spring?
Late winter is a great time to take stock of your mower’s maintenance needs. Doing so before the spring growing season will ensure it performs better while also ensuring that it will last longer and be more reliable over the course of its life. You should always consult the owner’s manual of your lawnmower to determine the machine-specific tasks that are needed. However, we have also developed this checklist of basic annual spring mower maintenance…
DIY Backyard Project Inspiration
You’re already dreaming about beautifying the backyard once warmer weekends arrive, right? Spring is the perfect time to transform your yard and garden with easy DIY backyard projects. There are virtually endless possibilities when it comes to backyard upgrades. That’s why we’ve created this roundup of some of our favorites. Whether you’re looking to plant a garden or pave a walkway, or fix-up a backyard problem area, we’ve got a DIY plan for you. 1.…
Get Fired Up With This Easy DIY Fire Pit Build
Your lawn's in tip-top shape, so now it’s time to turn your backyard into an even more, inviting living space. It's time to build a fire pit! In this Done-In-A-Weekend Projects video, host and landscape designer Doug Scott shares tips on how to create an easy DIY fire pit area that will look and function just like a room in your house. Naturally, we all love a warm backyard gathering area—an area perfect for fireside…
How to Prevent Weeds from Growing this Spring
If you want to prevent weeds from growing in your lawn this spring, you should think beyond using a weed killer or pre-emergent. Follow these simple tips to keep your lawn looking full and green during spring and summer. As the snow begins to melt and temperatures warm, it’s not just your grass that springs back to life. Weeds—especially, dandelions—are just waiting to take root in your lawn, plantings, and other areas. While weed killer…
