Thank Goodness for my Hot Tub!

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Posted by J L | Posted in Backyard Activities, Spas & Hot Tubs | Posted on 02-02-2012

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hot tub in the winterIt’s the deep dreary days of Winter and it’s grey damp and cold, thank goodness I have my hot tub! Continue reading “Thank Goodness for my Hot Tub!” »

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Hot Tub Covers Keep Clear of Snow!

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Posted by J L | Posted in Spas & Hot Tubs | Posted on 09-01-2012

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hot tub in the winter

If there is one tip we can give you this winter make sure you keep your hot tub and more importantly your hot tub covers free of snow. If you let the snow pile on your hot tub cover it can be damaged beyond repair and you may damage other parts of your hot tub as well. Continue reading “Hot Tub Covers Keep Clear of Snow!” »

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Beer Can Chicken

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Posted by J L | Posted in BBQ Recipes & Drinks, Uncategorized | Posted on 27-11-2011

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Beer Can Chicken

OK do you want to be the envy of your neighbors, have a smell of the perfect BBQ in the neighborhood air. Create the crispy most juicy BBQ chicken ever? Then follow this simple recipe. Continue reading “Beer Can Chicken” »

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Building the Perfect Horseshoe Pit

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Posted by J L | Posted in Backyard Activities, Gardens & Landscaping, Uncategorized | Posted on 21-11-2011

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Horseshoes in the backyard
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Nothing says summer like a group of friends enjoying a beverage around the horseshoe pit. Horseshoes is a great social game, that can be enjoyed by everyone and a great theme for your party. A few summers ago I decided to make a horseshoe pit for an upcoming backyard BBQ pool party we were having.

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How Long should my Hot Tub Cover Last?

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Posted by J L | Posted in Spas & Hot Tubs, Uncategorized | Posted on 19-11-2011

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hot tub coverPoor ole hot tub covers they take a licking but can they keep on ticking? How long should hot tub covers last? Do hot tub covers last longer in BC than in Quebec or longer in Florida than Buffalo NY? Is it the location of the hot tub or how the hot tub cover is taken care of? We will delve into how long your hot tub cover should last and what you can do to make it last longer and preform  longer for you.

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Washers a Great Game to Play and Make

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Posted by J L | Posted in Backyard Activities, Uncategorized | Posted on 12-11-2011

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Washers A Great Social Game

Washer’s is a great social game for the backyard and really easy to make. The game involves two one foot square boxes, with three inch tubes in the middle, 20 feet or less away from each other. The object of the game is to toss your 1 inch washer from behind one box into the other box. If your washer lands in the box you get one point and if it lands in the tube you get three points. The game is a lot like horseshoes. You can set your own throw lines, or point structure we usually play to 21. Continue reading “Washers a Great Game to Play and Make” »

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Preparing your Backyard for a Hot Tub

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Posted by J L | Posted in Backyard Structures, Gardens & Landscaping, Spas & Hot Tubs | Posted on 11-11-2011

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Hot Tub Placement and Preparations

Preparing your backyard for a hot tub is easy if you follow a few simple steps. There are basically Three steps to preparing for your hot tub delivery. The first step is choosing a location, second step is preparing the required electrical components, and the last thing is preparing the ground for the hot tub. Continue reading “Preparing your Backyard for a Hot Tub” »

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Nook Tablet, Kindle, & Ipad Great Company on the Backyard Swing!

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Posted by J L | Posted in Backyard Activities, Backyard Furniture, Gardens & Landscaping, Product Reviews | Posted on 09-11-2011

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nook tablet outside

Nook tablet, kindle, Ipad, and Android tablets I am not going to get into a review of these devices, which one is better, which one is better value or anything of that nature in this post. Instead I am going to talk about what a great device they are for entertaining and enjoying your backyard. Many people will tell you to turn off the electronics and take in nature and enjoy the outdoors, but I am going to tell you there is a nice compromise to be had, and there is even a reason to say your outdoor enjoyment can be heightened with your Nook, kindle, iPad or Android tablets. Continue reading “Nook Tablet, Kindle, & Ipad Great Company on the Backyard Swing!” »

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BBQ Grilled Pesto Red Pepper Brie Cheese Sandwich

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Posted by J L | Posted in Backyard Activities, BBQ Recipes & Drinks | Posted on 09-11-2011

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BBQ Brie Sandwich

Grilled cheese sandwich is there anything better? From a young age my mom always presented this old standby, and I picked up the torch and have been serving to my kids since they were young. But this is a little twist on the old classic grilled cheese, and the best part, you can do it on the backyard grill. Continue reading “BBQ Grilled Pesto Red Pepper Brie Cheese Sandwich” »

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Product Review – Hot Tub Cover Caps

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Posted by J L | Posted in Product Reviews, Spas & Hot Tubs, Uncategorized | Posted on 08-11-2011

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Hot Tub Cover Cap

Hot tub cover caps are a very useful new product that saves years on your hot tub covers. The cover cap which acts like a shower cap helps to keep the hot tub cover from being directly in harms way of mother nature, and at a price tag under $80 it is a savings from having to purchase a new hot tub cover. The hot tub cover cap is constructed of woven polyethylene, and stands up to the rigors of snow, ice, and debris.

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