The Easiest, Laziest Way to Build a Fire
If you didn’t grow up camping, you may be surprised to find out that starting a campfire isn’t as easy as it looks in the cartoons. (My daughter recently tried…
Eight of the Best Kid-Friendly Fireworks Alternatives (and Two Terrible Ideas)
Blowing things up for fun is encoded deeply in our nation’s DNA, but it’s generally not a safe activity for children. That doesn’t mean you can’t create an impressive spectacle…
The Easiest Way to Build a Roaring Fire in Your Fireplace
Photo: Pan_Da (Shutterstock) Fireplace weather is fast approaching. A fire in the hearth is a good way to add cozy warmth to your home, but if starting a fire in…
How to Participate in International Dark Sky Week From Anywhere
Photo: nienora (Shutterstock) Anyone from a city tends to comment on the brightness of the stars when they find themselves in a rural area after dark. But, cliché or not,…