March 2013

Cabin Life brings you the joy of cabin, cottage and lakehome living with ideas, information, and inspiration for your special place. Gorgeous photos, beautiful cabins, renovation ideas, delicious recipes and fun weekend projects are only a few of the things you'll receive in every issue of Cabin Life magazine.

From the Editor

How Far Will You Go?

By Mark R. Johnson

The passion for cabins, cottages, lakehomes and camps stretches far and wide

pg. 6

Features

Hot Boats for the Cabin: Fish & Ski

Here’s a look at four crafts ready to multi-task for today’s families.

pg. 24

Prevent Dock Rash

Protect your boat with mooring whips.

pg. 27

Do You Need an Architect?

What a professional designer can provide when building, renovating or adding on. COVER STORY

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Design insights from architect Christine L. Albertsson, AIA, CID, NCARB.

pg. 28

A Welcoming Cabin with a View

Tearing down walls, but keeping memories.

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Bonus photos and floor plans of a Minnesota lake cabin that opened up when a few of its walls were torn down.

pg. 34

Renovation Showcase

Beauty, smarts and practicality. Discover 23 products for renovating your cabin.

pg. 40

Eye-Catching Stairways

Make a statement with your stairway design.

pg. 46

Do-It-Yourself Pathway

Dress up your cabin for spring with this landscaping project.

pg. 50

In Every Issue

From the Deck

American Robins, a log studio, history of drywall, bookshelf, reverse osmosis water treatment systems, skipper test, fishing tips from Larry, lake association spotlight, kitsch, fun festivals, ATV buying tips, and more!