Living the Cabin Life
Now that you've found and built your perfect cabin, it's time to reap the benefits of cabin life. Enjoy outdoor recreation like hiking and boating, learn about the nature that resides around your property, and prepare for hosting large families and guests so you're stress-free.










Every kid occasionally comes up with a dumb idea—trying to get a broken bone for attention is one of them.
This family cabin in Northern Ontario is a year-round, off-grid treasure, but they debated getting a cell phone service booster to make it truly remote.
To DIY or not to DIY? That's the question,and log home experts offer some advice on how to finish your cabin build.
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Make a scarecrow that is customizable so it can change with the seasons and take on a different personality.
Visit the Bear Ranch for family-friendly fun.
A family evolves and updates their cabin over time to make the perfect place
This is some cool stuff! Get inspired about boat lifts, canopies & curtains and start having fun on the water at your cabin.
Four deck boats for the cabin that offer the maximum capacity for family, friends and fun!
Make it fancy without fussing.
When old friends issued an invitation to share a cabin for a weekend of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, I jumped at the idea. Spending time with people I don’t see enough while engaging in an activity I don’t do enough sounded perfect. And hadn’t I been meaning to get my family out on skinny skis?
"A Twist of Lyme: Battling a Disease That Doesn't Exist" by Andrea H. Caesar is an eye-opening book that documents Caesar's journey through life with lyme disease.
Lighten up a little by choosing the right hiking gear for you. The lighter your equipment, the easier your adventure will be!
As with most specialized outdoor gear, footwear has become lighter, more durable and versatile, while at the same time not sacrificing in the critical areas of support, cushioning and perhaps most importantly, comfort.
Choosing the right trekking poles for you is an important part of the hiking experience. Which type of poles will you choose?