Autumn hiking can be a unique and exciting experience. Thanks to the vibrant foliage, crisp air and smaller crowds than might be around during summer, fall is a prime time to lace up one’s boots and hit the trails. Beyond the opportunity to check out the amazing foliage displays synonymous with this...

Pumpkin spice may be all the rage in October and November, but it’s all about apples in the early weeks of autumn. Visiting a local orchard to hand-pick apples is an entertaining way to spend an afternoon with young or old, and it’s a great opportunity to gather ingredients for apple pie. For fall b...

When the summer entertaining season draws to a close, homeowners need to ensure their outdoor living areas can handle weather that’s right around the corner. Although outdoor furniture and other items tend to be durable, the impact snow, wind and ice can have on them may lead to damage over time. Th...

Since the dawn of the twenty-first century, much has changed about the way businesses and consumers interact with one another. The Internet has had a lot to do with that shift, and it continues to inform and affect consumer decisions every day. Online reviews are particularly influential components ...

Autumn means many things: leaves changing color, cool breezes and plenty of apples to pick. When an afternoon spent at the local orchard provides a bounty of apples, people can turn them into flavor-packed treats. This recipe for “Orange-Glazed Apple Tarts” from “Small Sweet Treats” (Gibbs Smith) by...

Welcoming a new puppy into a home is a rewarding and exciting venture that comes with a good deal of responsibility. The first few months of a young dog’s life are essential for development, which impacts the puppy’s behavior, health and well-being for the duration of the animal’s life. It’s crucial...

Visiting a local apple orchard and picking one’s fill of apples is a quintessential autumn activity. Apple picking is an ideal way to spend time outdoors when the weather tends to be cool and pleasant. Gathering fresh-from-the-tree fruit to turn into favorite fall desserts like cobblers and pies is ...

The meaning of the term “cozy” varies as it pertains to home decor. For some, cozy may mean intimate spaces with lots of quilts and throws. For others, cozy could indicate bright and airy spaces enhanced by plenty of fresh foliage. Regardless of how they define cozy, homeowners typically want their ...

b C by Courtney Llewellyn Ll ll The same way humans need vegetables to survive, growers need bees for their operations to thrive. In light of that, a team from Michigan State University Extension put together a Pollinator Stewardship Guide to help us help our six-legged friends. Ana Heck, Ron Goldy,...

Fresh air and sunshine can do wonders for the body and even the soul. People realize this, which is why outdoor activity is encouraged. Staying indoors all the time can quickly sap energy levels and diminish mood. What is good for human beings also may be good for pets – within reason, of course. Do...

by Enrico Villamaino Take heed, farmers and ag workers: May marks National Melanoma/ Skin Cancer Detection & Prevention Month. Farmers are among the most sun-exposed professionals, often working outdoors during peak sunlight hours. According to Dr. Vingh Chung, a dermatologist specializing in the di...

Father’s Day celebrations began on June 19, 1910, in the state of Washington. However, it wasn’t until 1972 that a day honoring fathers became a national holiday. Since then, children have been trying to cgure out how they can show their dads and other father cgures in their lives just how much they...

by Andrea Knepper, UVM Extension Master Gardener Drying herbs from your garden is a satisfying, fun way to enjoy the bright davors of summer throughout the year. You can preserve your herbs by drying them with tools you already have at home. There are three go-to methods for drying herbs at home – a...

Millions of people across the globe have a passion for grilling. Cooking over an open dame imparts a unique davor to a variety of foods, and that procle can be augmented with marinades, wood chips and a host of other tweaks that help to create a delicious cnished product. Though many people grill th...

Looking for a picturesque golf course that offers both challenging play and best greens in the area? Look no further than Canajoharie Golf & Country Club! With a staff led by a passionate golf pro, John Liu, and a commitment to continually improving its already great greens, Canajoharie Golf & Count...