Treat yourself to a staycation with our tips, tricks and guides on how to make your home and backyard – or patio, or deck, or even front steps – a destination for outdoor fun.

How to Clean Outdoor Furniture

How to Clean a Dog Bed

How to Clean Your Hammock

How to Get Outside and Ease Your Mind

5 Walks to Boost Your Mental Wellness

5 Creative Ways to Track National Park Visits

Find Your Luggage Match for Any Trip

How to Layer for Changing Seasons

Be An Outsider in the City

Everyday City Activities Your Mind & Body Will Love

Hit the Pavement

Picnic Recipes to Take to the Park This Summer

5 Ways to Take Your Workout Outside this Summer

Get Ready for Fun in the Sun at the Beach

Do It Yourself: Get Your Bike Ready to Ride

Isaiah Scott: Birding Tips, Advice and Reflections

How to Layer for Cold, Rainy Weather

6 Ways to Get Ready to Spend Spring Outside

Have Fun Cleaning Up Your Neighborhood

6 Ways to Prepare the Perfect Picnic

Birding Basics

Trade Screen Time for Green Time

8 Delicious Twists on the Classic S'more

Fun Activities for Summer Evenings

Indoor Camping Guide

Well-Being Starts on the Inside

The Perfect Outdoor Reading Spot

Beginner's Guide to Backyard Camping

Easy Outdoor Games for Kids

5 Classic Backyard Games

The At-Home Guide to Outdoor Family Fun

5 Healthy Breaks for Days at Home

Build a Better Backyard

8 Quick and Easy Backyard Party Hacks

Create a Winter Oasis in Your Backyard

7 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays Outdoors

8 Outdoor Ideas for a Close-to-Home Halloween

Do It Yourself: Get Your Bike Ready to Ride

How to Wash an L.L.Bean School Backpack

6 Ways to Style a Flannel Shirt

3 Ways to Style a Vest

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