Eric Lucas
Eric Lucas is a retired associate editor at Alaska Beyond Magazine and lives on a small farm on a remote island north of Seattle, where he grows organic hay, beans, apples, and squash.
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Don’t Like Grits? You Just Haven’t Tried Greg Johnsman’s
The South Carolina miller makes a case for milling heirloom corn the old-fashioned way, for hearty, flavorful grits in all their intended glory.
Yes, You Can Grow Roses—It’s Not as Complicated as You Think
Expert rosarians bust common myths and reveal secrets for lush, healthy blooms.
Juneau, Alaska: A City Where Indigenous Culture, Rich History, and Nature’s Wonders Collide
In Juneau, Alaska, you’ll be able to see wild bears up close—and many other memorable sights.
Deliver Us the Beans: How to Grow, Harvest, and Dry These Humble Garden Gems
Beans are easy enough for anyone to grow, and once they’re dried, they provide delicious nutrition all year long.
How One Woman Went From Untrained Gardener to World-Class Rosarian, Plus Her Rose Planting Tips
At Rose Story Farm in California’s Carpinteria Valley, Danielle Dall’Armi Hahn has brought her lifelong love of the flowers into full, multicolored bloom.
The 5 Best Places to Buy Seeds for Your 2024 Garden
Dreaming of summer? Starting planning now—these American seed companies are here to help.
Learn From a 7th-Generation Cattle Rancher How To Host Heartfelt Gatherings With the People You Love
Elizabeth Poett demonstrates what rancher hospitality is all about: bringing loved ones around the table.
What Gardening Can Teach Us About Living
7 life lessons, from resilience to unexpected joy.
How an Immigrant From a Village in Italy Surpassed All Odds To Become Mayor of New York City in 1950
A writer remembers his great-uncle, who came a family of shoe cobblers in the Italian countryside and eventually became New York City mayor.
How to Plant Tulips for the Most Beautiful Blooms, According to America’s Top Tulip Farm
A Dutch-American tulip empire shares fall tips for beautiful backyard blooms come spring.
