There’s nothing quite like spending time outdoors with your kids, especially when you can turn your backyard into a place for both fun and learning. Sometimes, the best memories come from simple ...

If we had to list our top parent-approved pastimes, backyard science experiments for kids are a hot contender for the #1 spot because kids have fun learning while soaking up a little vitamin D in the ...

It looks like the rain is gone — for now, at least — which means outdoor fun can be had without carrying an umbrella. The Best of the Week has more outdoor concerts, a water balloon fight, a Father’s ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. What is a "Fort Soakington," you may ask? Well, it's basically a giant inflatable playground that you can set up anywhere outdoors ...

Yard Smarts is a free yard and garden design service provided by the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy to help keep our community’s water clean and our wildlife thriving. Photo by Carol Markham It’s ...

Turning a backyard into an appealing play spot doesn't have to cost a lot. “Everyone is feeling the money pinch these days but keeping your kids happy does not need to be expensive," says Laurie ...

Summer is here, and you want to make the most of your backyard. There’s nothing worse than planning a cookout or relaxing outside, only to be chased indoors by swarms of bugs. A few smart tweaks can ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When a summer heatwave rolls in, we'll do anything to stay cool, whether that's hunkering down indoors ...