Q&A: Environmental Scientist and Professional Bass Angler, Grae Buck
Environmental scientist and Pennsylvania native, Grae Buck discusses what he and wife Jessica are usually up to when he’s not on the water competing as a professional bass angler. 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…
Q&A: Fashion Model and Equestrian Fanatic, Willow Hand
Victoria’s Secret fashion model and "horse-life” fanatic, Willow Hand reveals the exciting barn-conversion plans she and fiancé Josh Knight have for their Nashville, TN farm. 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…
Backyard Chicken Coop Build Considerations
Ever considered raising backyard chickens but have no idea where to start? You’re not alone. Raising chickens is a trend more and more homeowners are embracing. In this Done-In-A-Weekend Projects video, host and expert backyard designer, Doug Scott, will walk you through what to consider before building a chicken coop and raising chickens. Benefits of Raising Backyard Chickens Great activity for family time. Adults and kids can enjoy backyard chicken farming together. Believe it or…
5 Tips to Help you Complete Your DIY Projects
We know that most everyone sets New Year’s plans and resolutions. The things you're determined to put into reality. Aside from exercising more or losing weight, these resolutions often include completing DIY projects. The things you want to build, take apart or clean up. But the reality is that the majority of us don’t actually follow through with completing these DIY goals. So here are a 5 tips to help you complete your DIY projects.…
Trapping Tips
In this Backyard Life video, world-renowned hunter Michael Waddell discusses his top trapping tips. Learn how he prepares and sets traps to protect his farm from coyotes and other predatory animals. Michael Waddell's Trapping Tips First, Waddell shows viewers the bin where the materials for building leg-hole traps are kept. One of his trap preparation tips is to keep bait separate from the rest of the materials. This prevents coyotes and foxes from smelling the…
Shooting Range Safety Tips
When at the shooting range, safety should always come first. Taking the proper measures will mitigate risks, and keep everyone safe. Learn how you can do the same in this Backyard Life video. In the words of NASCAR star and lifelong hunter Austin Dillon, “The first part of having a good, successful day of shooting is, of course, safety.” In this Backyard Life video, Dillon provides an overview on shooting range safety as he tries…
