Hannah DeMoss, Author at Own The Yard

Types of Squirrels: Identification, Their Diet, and Other Interesting Facts

November 24, 2020November 22, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

Squirrels are common little backyard critters that most of us generally don’t pay much attention to. Though at first glance, squirrels may seem like uninteresting creatures, they actually come in an interesting variety of colors, sizes, and features that are intriguing to consider. Like all kinds of animals, squirrels differ pretty widely in what they …

21 Best Tree Swing Ideas: Images and Inspiration

October 21, 2020October 18, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

For decades, tree swings have been the primary joy of children when playing outside on long summer days. Not only can these swings be entertaining, but they can be leisurely as well. Tree swings come in all shapes and sizes, and not every swing has to be for rambunctious playing. Here we’ve compiled 21 of the …

25 Tree Stump Ideas to Put Your Fallen Trees to Good Use

October 19, 2020October 7, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

For those who live in wooded areas with fallen or cut trees, transforming tree trunks into something decorative and eye-catching for your garden is a wonderful way to repurpose unused wood. Adorning tree stumps with dainty items or reshaping the wood into a spectacular image can add a rustic look to your yard and increase …

Mechanical vs Electronic Paintball Guns

May 1, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

Whether you’re new to paintball or just don’t know which type of paintball gun to get next, we’re here to help you sort it out! Mechanical paintball guns are great for beginners, and generally more affordable, but they lack the speed and some of the features that electronic paintball guns offer. In this article, we’ll …

Best Trampoline Brands for Quality and Fun

October 9, 2020April 29, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

Trampolines are a great activity to provide for any kid, no matter their age. But the wrong trampoline can pose health risks and won’t last the years you need it to. Today, we’ll be taking a look at the 5 best trampoline brands that provide the most top-quality options on the market today! Let’s jump …

What is a Koi Pond? The Ins and Outs

April 29, 2020April 28, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

There’s nothing quite like tranquility in the garden, and what better way to achieve that than with a koi pond? While not officially landscape, koi ponds are formal-style fish ponds that nestle within and enhance the surrounding landscape. Landscaping can be placed right up to and overhanging koi ponds. Designing Your Koi Pond Every good …

Best Places to Buy Airsoft Guns Today

April 20, 2020April 19, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

Airsoft is an intense way to test your shooter survival skills and with many different options for gameplay and lots of different airsoft shops online, we’ve taken the time to narrow down some of the best places to buy airsoft guns today! That way, the next time you go to a game, you know you’re …

Best Pop Up Soccer Goals for Practice on the Go

April 16, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

Whether your child is always on the go in their soccer career or you just want a simple, easy-to-set-up goal for their backyard shots, a pop up soccer goal is a handy and reliable tool for practice. And, in this article, we’ll be reviewing 5 of the best pop up soccer goals available on the …

How to Find Gemstones in Your Backyard

April 16, 2020April 9, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

When it comes to gemstones you may think of them as only being found in far-off lands or grown in jewelry laboratories. But even if you don’t see them on the surface, some common gemstones may be sitting right in your backyard. And, in this article, we’ll be discussing just how to find gemstones in …

What is Mulch and How Do You Use it?

April 3, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

If you’ve found yourself asking, “what is mulch”? you’ve made it to the right place! Mulch is a protective layer of either organic or inorganic material that is placed on top of the soil in a garden or throughout your landscape. It’s used for keeping moisture in the soil, preventing weeds from growing, and making …

How to Get Rid of Poison Ivy in Your Backyard for Good

March 4, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

If you spend a lot of time in your backyard, the last thing you want to see is a plethora of poison ivy. Contact with poison ivy can cause an unpleasant bumpy reaction and redness of the skin, itching, and sometimes even worse in people who are severely allergic. In this article, we’ll be going …

How to Raise Turkeys in Your Backyard

February 27, 2020 by Hannah DeMoss

The first step to learning how to raise turkeys in your backyard is realizing that turkey-rearing is usually for the meat rather than the eggs (like when you raise chickens). Turkey meat is chock full of protein, healthy fats, and other essential nutrients that keep our bodies healthy — and they’re large birds — which …