Category Archives: Guest Posts

Protecting Against Hypothermia [Guest Post]

Posted on September 16, 2013 by

Today’s post is from Ryan Larsen of Excursion Outfitters.  With temperatures starting to dip, it’s an opportune moment to go over safety precautions for your fall and winter outdoor experiences. Hypothermia is the most common danger in the outdoors With … Continue reading →

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GUEST POST: Bird Feeders: The Human/Bird Meeting Ground

Posted on November 5, 2012 by

Why have a bird feeder? They’re certainly not saving the world. Ellen Honeycutt makes this case very well. She explains that very few birds actually use bird feeders, and that most eat insects instead. She suggests, rightfully so, that we … Continue reading →

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Creating Father & Son Memories with Camping & Survival Skills

Posted on October 8, 2012 by

The leaves have turned color and are beginning to fall in the Upper Midwest.  Camping is a great way to usher in the new season and teach the next generation about life.  This post, by my friend Kirk Anderson, is … Continue reading →

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GUEST POST: Refill Your Emotional Tank with Jen McDonough

Posted on September 24, 2012 by

This guest post is from my friend Jen McDonough.  If anyone knows about Living Beyond Awesome, it’s her! Interested in writing a guest post for BackyardLifeBlog.com? Here are the guidelines. Life is fun and adventurous for our family of six … Continue reading →

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