Seasonal Maintenance for the Cabin
Closing up the cabin for winter? And what cabin maintenance is needed during the summer months? We answer your common questions to seasonal maintenance.

The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1st and runs through November 30th. Ready your cabin with these tips.
After a long winter, spring is the season of new life for our cabins. This checklist gives our cabins the care they need to rep...
Megan Schetzsle of The Cabin Diary shares with us her insider tips for choosing the right firewood for your wood stove.
Keep cabin pests from making themselves at home with The Cabin Diary's tried-and-true tips:
No matter the season, log home maintenance will go a long way and keep your home looking like new for a lifetime.
Protect your tools this winter with a few simple, easy-to-do care techniques.
Why do we see such beautiful foliage in the fall? We reveal the biology behind why the leaves change color every year.
Do you have a cold and unattractive basement? Add this barrier to keep your place warmer.
We’ve pulled together all the information you need to keep your garden looking good, season after season
Containers should be fun, not work. Here are three handy tips that’ll make it easier to enjoy your containers without breaking ...
Help is available for managing your private woods
Use these checklists to prep your cabin for the winter ahead, especially if you don’t plan to visit frequently.
Fun on the water often comes with lots of gear – from boats to life jackets, skis to sails, paddles to deck chairs. A boathouse...
Prepare for spring storms with these tips.
Small efforts make a big difference when preserving and maintaining your cabin, and today’s products make the jobs easier.
When to hold ’em, when to fold ’em. You know your cabin roofs are worth more than a winning hand at poker, so don’t leave its u...
With the snow melting and the ground thawing, it’s time to get your cabin ready for the coming year. Here’s what should be on y...
Winter’s coming, and the summer toys and tools should be put away properly, or they may give you trouble when it’s time to star...