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Playing basketball is a great way to get in some exercise, have fun and spend time with family and friends. If you or your kids want to play hoops at home, you’ve got plenty of options. Regardless of your budget, DIY ability or your available space; there is a backyard basketball court that will work…

When it comes to backyard sports fields, a baseball field is typically one of the easiest and least expensive to build. As long as you have the space and are willing to put in the work, a basic backyard baseball field could cost you as little as a few hundred dollars and several hours of…

Hiring a Landscape Designer or Architect Though they’re commonly mistaken for each other, land designers and architects focus on different areas of your property. A landscape architect has a formal license and can lay out a plan for your entire yard, including structural changes. A designer focuses on the plants and typically has a horticultural…

Left Photo: anucha sirivisansuwan / Moment / Getty Images Right Photo: Changyu Lu / Moment / Getty Images Although there are a few more details to cover in this guide, the two main differences between a saltwater pool versus a chlorine pool are cost and health. Traditional chlorine pools are the most common and least…

Poisonous plants can grow virtually anywhere, from remote fields and forests to parks and backyards. Spending time outdoors relaxing or having fun can lead to unexpected contact with poisonous plants, which could harm both humans and pets. This guide will help you identify these in your yard to make it a safe place for your…

You can set up a unique course, plan a routine and train your pet right in the comfort of your backyard. Plus, nothing can beat the quality time spent with your dog.

Fresh air and time on a swing set or playground can create memories for children that last a lifetime. However, injuries and trips to the hospital may make memories that are more bitter than sweet. Statistics show that about 200,000 children end up in the emergency room each year due to injuries that could be…

Unlike putting greens, hockey rinks, and soccer fields, building a backyard archery range doesn’t require extensive amounts of time, money, or do-it-yourself expertise. There are only a few pieces of equipment to buy or make as well as a few key concerns to address. However, just because the process isn’t as complicated doesn’t mean careful…

When rain and snowmelt flow freely over the land without seeping into the soil, it’s called stormwater runoff. Although this is a natural occurrence, vegetation has always been the natural remedy to ensure that stormwater is adequately absorbed. With the overabundance of development that has reduced naturally absorbent vegetation, stormwater runoff has become a problem. But…

While building your own sports field may seem like a pipe dream, it’s not as far-fetched an idea as you may think. While you may not be able to recreate Old Trafford, there’s a pitch possibility for nearly every space and every budget.