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We love a good excuse to gather up friends and family, throw the coals on and have a party. Super Bowl Sunday is one of those good excuses. While you're planning your own spread, consider our Top 5 Game Day Recipes.  You'll find a good assortment of game day recipes from appetizers to main course dishes to make your game day party a huge hit. ...

How To Turn Everyday Winter Chores Into Calorie Burners Christmas and New Years have come and gone and winter will soon follow, leaving behind those added pounds from holiday parties, snacks, and treats. Motivation to exercise in the winter can be as low as the temperature! Luckily, though, you don't need a treadmill in order to exercise. Here...

It pays to be picky when it comes to choosing a hydraulic fluid. Sure, your equipment may run on a less-than-optimal viscosity of hydraulic fluid; however, not using the best lubricant for your machine may shorten its life in the long run. Here's the info you need to pick the best hydraulic oil for your machine. Continue reading →

We Carry A  Wide Assortment Of Heavy Duty Carhartt Coats  For The Winter Winter can be harsh, but it shouldn't slow you down. Whether you're working out in the farm, tending the ranch, or just trying to survive winter without turning into an icicle, here are some great choices for winter coats from Carhartt. Known for their durability and...

Your Live Christmas Tree Needs A Proper Disposal The radio stations have stopped playing Christmas music, the lights are coming down, and everyone's getting ready for New Years celebrations. Meanwhile, that live Christmas tree you and your family had so much fun chopping down and decorating is becoming more of a fire hazard with every passing day....

Tips To Help You Exercise Your Dog During The Winter The leaves finished falling a while ago. If you live in the north, you probably look outside to see a blanket of snow; in the south, the air is brisker and you're probably spending more time indoors. Likewise, your dog isn't enjoying the freedom of warm weather and long walks these days. Being...

There's nothing quite like a live Christmas tree. But the work isn't done after you and the family chop it down, haul it home, and set it up. Live Christmas trees continue to dry out after you cut them down. Your tree will soon start to lose its needles and look a little less jolly. Here's how you can extend the life of your Christmas tree and...

If you're reading this, chances are you're thinking about becoming a beekeeper. Beekeeping is a rewarding hobby, and it's not as overwhelming as it seems. Not only does it help the environment by bolstering the bee population, but you get free honey out of it! Maintaining a beehive is a relatively simple process, from setting up the hive to...

Most people don't realize that there are several different types of honey bees out there, which can make starting your hive a confusing process. You may have thought all honey bees were the same, but different species have specific traits and characteristics. Some species produce more honey, bigger hives, and some are more aggressive. Choose a...

If you haven't done this yet, the time is now! Failing to properly winterize your lawn mower can result in hundreds of dollars worth of repairs next season. So if you've been dragging your feet, you'd better get moving. Even if you're storing your lawn mower in a garage, shed or basement, you need to winterize it. Don't worry, though -- winterizing...