Eric Lucas
Author
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.
LATEST
Weather Secrets: How Microclimates Make or Break a Garden
Subtle shifts in elevation, sunlight, and airflow create distinct microclimates that shape your garden.
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How to Visit London
Walking through Covent Garden’s market halls or crossing the Thames toward St. Paul’s gleaming dome proves that this city rewards curiosity at every turn.
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Juicy Fruits: Tropicals and Subtropicals for American Gardens
Smart hacks enable gardeners to grow citrus and other warm-weather fruits in colder regions.
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How One Man Revived the Art of Making Salt on San Juan Island
With just seawater, sunshine, and greenhouses, Brady Ryan is bringing back one of the oldest human trades.
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Unusual Fruits That Deserve a Spot in the Garden
Aronia and quince may be little-known, but they reward patient gardeners with one-of-a-kind harvests.
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Are Hybrid Seeds Really Worth It? Debunking Common Myths Related to Your Garden
Watering by hand always beats high-tech drip systems and it’s hard to go wrong with heirloom.
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How to Talk to Your Horse
There’s no point arguing with a 1,400-pound retired eventing horse—unless you learn to speak its language.
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Debunking Common Myths About Maintaining a Home Orchard
The truth about dwarf trees and other common myths about growing fruit trees.
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Living by Hand and by Heart
In an age when fancy gadgets and smart devices are easily accessible, working with the hands brings a renewed sense of purpose.
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How to Visit Glacier Bay National Park
It takes planes, boats, and grit to get there, but Alaska’s Glacier Bay rewards travelers with stunning beauty.
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Weather Secrets: How Microclimates Make or Break a Garden
Subtle shifts in elevation, sunlight, and airflow create distinct microclimates that shape your garden.
|
How to Visit London
Walking through Covent Garden’s market halls or crossing the Thames toward St. Paul’s gleaming dome proves that this city rewards curiosity at every turn.
|
Juicy Fruits: Tropicals and Subtropicals for American Gardens
Smart hacks enable gardeners to grow citrus and other warm-weather fruits in colder regions.
|
How One Man Revived the Art of Making Salt on San Juan Island
With just seawater, sunshine, and greenhouses, Brady Ryan is bringing back one of the oldest human trades.
|
Unusual Fruits That Deserve a Spot in the Garden
Aronia and quince may be little-known, but they reward patient gardeners with one-of-a-kind harvests.
|
Are Hybrid Seeds Really Worth It? Debunking Common Myths Related to Your Garden
Watering by hand always beats high-tech drip systems and it’s hard to go wrong with heirloom.
|
How to Talk to Your Horse
There’s no point arguing with a 1,400-pound retired eventing horse—unless you learn to speak its language.
|
Debunking Common Myths About Maintaining a Home Orchard
The truth about dwarf trees and other common myths about growing fruit trees.
|
Living by Hand and by Heart
In an age when fancy gadgets and smart devices are easily accessible, working with the hands brings a renewed sense of purpose.
|
How to Visit Glacier Bay National Park
It takes planes, boats, and grit to get there, but Alaska’s Glacier Bay rewards travelers with stunning beauty.
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