A generation ago, a plain plywood rectangle with a netless orange rim was a common sight on garage roofs everywhere.

Washer toss is a variation of horseshoes that’s especially popular in the mid-Atlantic states, where leagues and tournaments are common. If you’d rather not dig up your yard, make a suitcase version of the game that can be stored easily and will go anywhere.

This clever little toy never fails to elicit oohs and aahs when it’s seen in action for the first time. A simple assembly of 1/2-in. CPVC and fittings, the blowgun can propel a mini-marshmallow in excess of 50 ft., and at impressive velocity.

If you’re looking for an easy-to-build backyard game that’s fun for all ages, ladder golf will suit your needs to a tee.

Whether you use community programs or direct delivery to a private recycling agency, you can find some promising technologies being used to recycle these common DIY leftovers.

Keeping more "green" in your wallet.

Even if you’ve never given a hoot about spotted owls, succumbing to the green-house effect is a worthwhile cause. Eco-conscious living offers finacial rewards and is easier than ever.

Demand for darn good drinking water drives us to the bottle and unnecessary — but very nice — water purifiers.

Today’s ecology-focused companies and organizations are in their pioneering stages. The forward-thinking Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. (RBRC) is one example.

Choosing the right alternative fuel source depends on your priorities.