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Make the ultimate raingutter regatta racer
A winning raingutter racer stays on an even keel, moves in a straight line, keeps the bow above water and does not drag. If your boat does all this, it finishes ahead of any boat that can't. Here's how to build your winner.
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Speed Secrets of the Pinewood Derby
There are many ways to make your pinewood derby car go faster. Here are some of them.
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Paint a pinewood derby racer
Make that block of wood look like steel with these pinewood derby painting tips.
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How to build a bug board
They might annoy us or amaze us, but there's no question about it: Bugs are an essential part of the natural order of things. Here's how to make your own nature museum to display them.
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Make a periscope
Making a periscope from wood and a few pieces of mirror is easier than you might think. Here are plans and instructions for a periscope more than two feet long—just what you want for heavy-duty secret agent work.
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Use nature to make great gifts
Mother’s Day is coming up. Show your mom just how great she is by making her a gift inspired by Mother Nature herself! Topped off with a homemade card, it will be a present Mom will never forget.
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Make a ‘hide rack’ display
Show off your patches and other stuff with this rustic “hide rack” display.
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Build a rain barrel
Conserve water by collecting rainwater and using it for your garden or lawn.
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How to make a Kazoo
A kazoo is perfect to add some extra fun to your campout sing-alongs. Here's how to make one.
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How to build an igloo
The best-known snow shelter is the igloo. A brilliant use of engineering and resources, this simple dome made out of snow blocks is both strong and versatile.
