Lifestyles
If variety is the spice of life, then Rich and Wendy Tobiasz's Evergreen Oasis Farm certainly appeals to the taste buds. The Tobiaszes use every square inch of their 5 acres near Spring Grove, Illinois, packing in more gardens, birds, insects, and animals than peppers in a mill.
One of the great things about the country lifestyle is an incredible view of the landscape. See pictures of other country views, and post your own photos to share in our My View gallery.
There's no need to take a fancy vacation to enjoy yourself this summer. Add one of these fun features to your property and make the most of family time at home!
Watching a movie is a great way to relax and unwind at the end of a busy day. We've chosen ten of our favorite country-themed movies. Pop some popcorn and enjoy!
Chemist Daniel Lemke is best known for creating the stabilizer that makes cake mixes foolproof, but his latest challenge was learning how to make cheese. He and his family bought a 50-acre piece of property in Minnesota, built a herd of dairy cattle, and set up shop. Today, they're producing prize-winning cheese.
Whether you're harvesting bushel baskets of fruits and vegetables from your garden, or just finding great buys at the farmers' market, here are some great ways to savor the flavors of summer all year long!
Betsy Freese visited the Iowa State Fair this summer and took some fun photos. Take a look!
Volunteer with 4-H, and you'll help guide and counsel our country's future citizens and leaders.
Small towns all across America are celebrating summer with parades. Do you know the proper flag etiquette? Here are some reminders.
"Country View" asks you to share stories and photos about life on your rural property
The concept of outdoor kitchens and living rooms is growing, and that means a need for stylish and comfortable weather-tough furniture.
This stone and brick creation was designed and built with the American Arts and Crafts Movement in mind.
On the Hemmer farm, gorgeous gardens and abundant animals coexist in a family setting.
The science of agrometeorology has become a very helpful Internet tool, often with real-time data to help producers plan around the weather.
If your grandparents farmed, chances are they got a brand new copy of the Old Farmer's Almanac each year.
Instead of scanning your property for the next chore, cast a creative eye on it. You might be surprised at how many craft materials are in your backyard.
Farmer's markets are a great way for city residents and non-gardeners to get fresh produce straight from the grower. For acreage owners, this can mean extra income.
It's a good idea for every household to have an emergency kit in case of a natural disaster or other emergency. But when you live in the country, it really is a necessity.
We've got answers to ten commonly asked questions on rural living, ranging from nuisance wildlife to renting cropland.
Keeping track of the weather is important when you live in the country, far from the storm sirens in town.
There's no better place for kids to grow up than in the country, but along with all the benefits come some very real dangers.
While a handshake between hunter and landowner may once have been sufficient, today it's a good idea to have hunters sign a legal agreement.
There's nothing quite like a live auction. You'll find stuff you didn't know you wanted and have a blast bidding on it.
If you're concerned about rising oil and gas prices, consider collecting firewood to keep your house warm this winter.
Different kinds of firewood burn differently, and no matter what kind of wood you use, it has to be properly dried.
Although living the country life has many perks, building a sense of community can sometimes be difficult for the rural homeowner. When you're physically separated from your neighbors, it's often necessary to make an extra effort to encourage communication. The country wave, perhaps accompanied by a friendly smile, is one way to accomplish this.
All Around the Homestead
All Around the homestead, Early Spring 2012- Ideas for re-using farm tools and equipment for other useful purposes and more.
- Ideas for re-using farm tools and equipment for other useful purposes and more.
- Ideas for a versatile trellis, tool storage and more.
- Ideas for gardening, clotheslines and more!
- Ideas for a rolling gate, chain saw protection and more!
- Ideas for cleaner floors, dealing with rodents and more!
- Ideas for an attactive gate, moving chickens, and more!
Country View
Favorite Machinery - Country View- Worst Weather - Country View
- Country view: Poultry pets
- Country view: Favorite holiday traditions
- Country view: Fall festivities
- Country view: Summer fun
- Country view: Acreage blunders
- Country view: Ponds
- Country view: Good fences
- Country view: Winter weather
- Country view: Wild things
Country View: Audio stories
Country View: Michelle Richardson -- Horse Motel- Country View: Camrose Hill Farm
- Country View: Thistle Cove Farm
- Country View: Heritage Farm
- Country View: Nashville Star's Shawn Mayer
- Country View: Dave Buchanan -- Acres of Nature
- Country View: Hurricane dog
- Country View: Ugly gardening
- Country View: Butterfly farm
- Country View: Belted Galloway cattle
- Country View: Land for trails
Country view slideshows
Worst Weather - Country View- Country view: Winter weather
- Country view: Wild things
- Country view: Neighbors
- Country view: Best pets
Betsy's best
Betsy's Beginner?s Guide to Gardening- Betsy's advice: All Around the Homestead
- Betsy's life: Acreage 'blunders'
- Betsy's life: Balancing work, family and the acreage
- Betsy's advice: Gardening in the shade
- Betsy's advice: Soil problems
- Betsy's advice: Answering reader mail
- Betsy's advice: Dogs, lawns and compost
- Betsy's advice: Answering reader mail
- Besty's reflections: Fourth of July fireworks
- Betsy's reflections: Pop-Pop's turkey farm
From my place to yours
Bring on the spring babies!Living the Country Life editor Betsy Freese shares snapshots from her country home. She talks about her family, their many animals, and projects around her acreage.
- Best laid project plans
- My favorite pond
- Making hay, and a little profit too!
- Planning for spring planting
- Waiting eagerly for spring
- Fencing and wood chippers
- Hacking down my hackberry
- Rebuilding a beautiful, functional barn
- The family values of chores
- Controlling wildlife
So you're living the country life
The optimistic gardenerBrent Olson has lived in the country his whole life, and he manages to find the humor and enjoyment of the lifestyle, even in his native Minnesota winters. Well, maybe not those.
- Mushroom Recipes
- So you're living the country life
- Brent Olson
- My grandaughter, Meron
- Getting ready for the long, cold winter
- Tidying up for fall
- Knowing when to quit and enjoy summer
- Your place is a work in progress
- Getting ready for graduation
- Excuse the mess; we're remodeling
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