Q: Every time I use my propane stove, it leaves black soot all over my cookware. How can I stop this from happening? What is causing that soot? — Alicia,…

Sleeping pads provide cushioning to help you get a good night’s sleep. Most are either inflatable, like the Therm-a-Rest Trail Scout ($60, thermarest.com), or are made with closed-cell foam, like…

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You can take your own fingerprints or the fingerprints of others by using a pencil, a sheet of paper and some clear adhesive tape. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO TAKE FINGERPRINTS…

Citizens — including youth — play an important role in crime prevention in the community. Here are easy ways that you can help make your neighborhood safer. Find out more…

Spring means it is time for the arrival of several billion feathered visitors from Mexico, Central America and South America. Many of these birds make incredible journeys every year to…

Whether you’re taking a break mid-hike, kicking back around the campfire or sitting down to eat a meal, a camp chair keeps you comfy and off the ground. Which chair…

Relax around camp by building a comfortable camping chair. It’s easy if you have the pioneering skills. WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE A CAMP CHAIR Three spars about 4 inches…

You can use an old neckerchief (or any fabric you like) to make a fun coaster for your drinks. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE A DRINK COASTER Fabric glue Construction…

Q: The survival kit my parents gave me came with a little sewing kit. What is that for? — Connor, Franklin, Tennessee A: Survival kits should include the Scout outdoor…