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Episode 39 • Air Date: Dec 02, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend Extreme: Undercover Outdoor Living
Want to learn how to install an underdeck ceiling? Then join Done-In-A-Weekend Extreme Projects host Doug Scott to see how you can turn unused space into additional outdoor living space.
Episode 38 • Air Date: Nov 25, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Firewood RackThe cold months mean warm, crackling fireplaces, and the warm months mean fun bonfire parties with s’mores! But fires need firewood, and that can present a pretty big problem; where can it be stored? No need to wonder anymore with this simple, easy, and quick cinderblock DIY firewood rack project....
Episode 37 • Air Date: Nov 18, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend Extreme: Made in the ShadeWant to learn how to build a pergola, complete with floor decking? Then, join landscape design expert and Done-In-A-Weekend Extreme Projects host Doug Scott to see how it’s done.
Episode 36 • Air Date: Nov 11, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend Extreme: Boulder WallInterested in learning how to build a boulder retaining wall? If so, join Done-In-A-Weekend Extreme Projects host Doug Scott to do just that.
Episode 35 • Air Date: Nov 04, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Waste Not Want NotDoug Scott shows how to install a simple rain barrel which can collect enough rain water to sustain potted plants and a small flower or vegetable garden.
Episode 34 • Air Date: Oct 28, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Inviting NatureDoug Scott reviews some of the best ways to maximize your outdoor spaces for local wildlife, while keeping an eye on getting the best bang for your buck.
Episode 33 • Air Date: Oct 14, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Coop DreamsDoug Scott reviews things to keep in mind when considering a chicken coop set-up and shares some resources for bringing your vision to life.
Episode 32 • Air Date: Sep 30, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Game Day Grill Like a ChampionMatt Stinchcomb shows how to build an easy and cost-effective outdoor cooking island that will help transform your grill, smoker, and cooler into a food and beverage focal point sure to keep your friends and family well fed – and wowed – in time for kickoff, tipoff, or faceoff.
Episode 31 • Air Date: Sep 23, 2024Prime Cuts: VenisonIn this episode of Prime Cuts, host David Bancroft welcomes back guest chef and good friend Rob McDaniel, formerly of SpringHouse, for one heck of a wild-game dish, seared venison.
Episode 30 • Air Date: Sep 16, 2024Backyard Smart: Fall-Winter Perennial CareIt’s a common misconception that once fall rolls around, perennials simply go dormant and don’t require any maintenance until the spring. This episode walks homeowners through the process of caring for their perennials throughout the colder months—so they can enjoy even more beautiful blooms in the...
Episode 29 • Air Date: Sep 09, 2024Prime Cuts: Grilling Ribeye‘Grilling Ribeye’: Watch top chefs David Bancroft and Kevin Nashan make grilled ribeye steak with grilled cabbage and homemade tater tots. Get this standout ribeye recipe from Exmark’s Backyard Life.
Episode 28 • Air Date: Sep 02, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Game OnDoug Scott demonstrates how install two universally-loved games: horseshoes and hook-and-ring toss. Both are inexpensive and easy projects that will bring a healthy dose of competition to your next backyard gathering.
Episode 27 • Air Date: Aug 26, 2024Prime Cuts: ChickenPrime Cuts host David Bancroft and guest chef Kevin Nashan unveil a chicken dish you and your guests will love. When’s the last time an Iron Chef Showdown winner (Bancroft) or “2017 Best Midwestern Chef” recipient (Nashan) gave you cooking tips.
Episode 26 • Air Date: Aug 19, 2024Dream Yards: Austin DillonWhen Austin Dillon isn’t busy burning rubber and chasing the Bill France Cup, he lets off the gas and unwinds at his 60-acre property in Thomasville, North Carolina. But how does the NASCAR star go about living his best backyard life? We took a trip to the Tar Heel State to visit Dillon and see how...
Episode 25 • Air Date: Aug 12, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Giant 4-In-A-Row4-in-a-Row is a timeless game enjoyed by millions of friends and family for decades. So, what could possibly make it better? Playing it in your favorite room of the house—the backyard. (And making it giant, of course).
Episode 24 • Air Date: Aug 05, 2024Backyard Smart: How To Prune Tomato PlantsThere’s a reason why tomatoes are known as the quintessential backyard crop—they’re easy to grow and almost everyone has a least a plant or two in their backyard. However, not even the most seasoned gardeners know that there’s a pruning method unique to tomatoes. This video illustrates that...
Episode 23 • Air Date: Jul 29, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Staircase PlanterThere are nearly endless ways to spruce up your deck. But what to do about those stairs? This build lets you bring a splash of color to an entirely new area of your house, while keeping your outdoor spaces easily accessible.
Episode 22 • Air Date: Jul 22, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Stowaway SeatingDoug Scott demonstrates how to build a patio storage bench that will serve double-duty for you and your family: providing a place to store things regularly used outside, as well as a place to just sit and enjoy.
Episode 21 • Air Date: Jul 15, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Grass 101Looking for the perfect backyard grass? Look no further—we’ve done the legwork for you!
Episode 20 • Air Date: Jul 08, 2024Dream Yards: Dodson, OHVeteran landscape designer Jane Waldrop showcases a 24 acre Ohio estate that epitomizes American pride.
Episode 19 • Air Date: Jul 01, 2024Prime Cuts: Grilled Antelope MedallionsJoe Thomas is part of an elite group of hunters who’ve harvested the 29 North American animal species needed to claim Super Slam status. So, to say he knows a thing or two about timber-to-table cooking is likely an understatement.
Episode 18 • Air Date: Jun 24, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Butterfly HouseThere’s nothing sweeter than the sight of a butterfly—they add instant color and entertainment wherever they go. This build makes a home for an important pollinator, while offering endless hours of backyard beauty and fun for both children and adults alike.
Episode 17 • Air Date: Jun 17, 2024Backyard Smart: How to Sharpen Mower BladesThe foundation for a beautiful lawn is an immaculate cut—but not many homeowners are aware that caring for their mower’s blades does wonders for the health of their grass blades, too. This video illustrates the process—and benefits—of properly sharpening mower blades, so viewers can enjoy a green...
Episode 16 • Air Date: Jun 10, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: DIY Living FenceA fence is one of the most important parts of any backyard. This build provides a great alternative to standard fencing, helping define areas of your yard or create a bit of privacy with a touch of color, all while letting your vining plants and crops grow higher.
Episode 15 • Air Date: Jun 03, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Gardening for Mental HealthIn this Done-In-A-Weekend Projects episode, join host Doug Scott and discover how gardening can provide a huge boost to your mental health.
Episode 14 • Air Date: May 27, 2024Dream Yards: Greenfield FarmExperience an 80-acre, multi-generational dream yard just north of the hustle and bustle of Atlanta.
Episode 13 • Air Date: May 20, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Outdoor Pizza Oven StationNo backyard party is complete without pizza—it’s the perfect topping to a day full of family, friends and fun. So, join landscape designer and Done-In-A-Weekend Projects host Doug Scott as he walks you through building your own outdoor pizza oven stand.
Episode 12 • Air Date: May 13, 2024Prime Cuts: Fried Wild Turkey NuggetsFew people are better suited to offer up wild turkey cooking tips than legendary hunter Michael Waddell. In this Prime Cuts episode, host and fellow outdoor fanatic David Bancroft joins Waddell to cook up one of the Bone Collector’s favorite timber-to-table dishes: fried wild turkey nuggets.
Episode 11 • Air Date: May 06, 2024Dream Yards: Aiken, SCSee how an Aiken, SC equestrian property turns into an equestrian paradise in one family’s backyard. Then, let the Hulbert family’s ideas, featured in this episode of Dream Yards, provide you with the inspiration to do the same in yours!
Episode 10 • Air Date: Apr 29, 2024Backyard Smart: Landcaping Around TreesWhile planning and planting at the beginning of the year, it’s tempting to beautify the base of your trees with plenty of mulch, pine straw, plants, and flowers; however, overdoing it can have dire consequences. This episode illustrates the common considerations homeowners need to take into account...
Episode 9 • Air Date: Apr 22, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Window Bird FeederThere are very few things more relaxing than the amazing sights—and sounds—birds have to offer. But how do you go about bringing some of this outdoor Zen into your kitchen or living room? The answer is simple: a DIY window bird feeder.
Episode 8 • Air Date: Apr 15, 2024Backyard Smart: Benefits Of Lawn EdgingA perfectly edged lawn adds instant curb appeal. But, this routine task does way more than just keep unruly grass off your sidewalks. This animated short explains how lawn edging works to eliminate weeds, control runoff, fight against pests and disease, and help redefine how viewers use their...
Episode 7 • Air Date: Apr 08, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Vertical GardenRunning short on space in your traditional, in-ground garden? Then, it’s time to discover a whole new gardening dimension: building a DIY vertical garden bed. They provide more space to grow, and are particularly great for planting herbs.
Episode 6 • Air Date: Apr 01, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend Extreme: Raised Garden Bed BuildJoe Lamp'l will show you just how easy rock retaining walls are to build, and the additional usable space — and, beauty — they’ll create.
Episode 5 • Air Date: Mar 25, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Go With The FlowIn this Done-In-A-Weekend Projects video, host Doug Scott talks DIY water feature ideas. Learn the pros and cons of streams, fountains, water gardens and more.
Episode 4 • Air Date: Mar 18, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Pompano on the GrillIn this episode, Prime Cuts host David Bancroft and guest chef Rob McDaniel provide their contemporary spin on a pompano recipe inspired by both men’s love of Gulf Coast fishing. Grilled pompano with pickled peppers, topped with herb bread crumbs!
Episode 3 • Air Date: Mar 11, 2024Done-In-A-Weekend: Critter ControlIn this Done-In-A-Weekend Projects video, learn how to keep unwanted animals off your lawn. Deer, raccoons, even squirrels . . . Our expert tips will help deter them.
Episode 2 • Air Date: Feb 19, 2024Prime Cuts: Brunswick Stew & CornbreadThe cast iron legend comes saddled with a whole bunch of “dos” and “don’ts” that can make cooking with it quite daunting. So, who better to give you the lowdown on all things cast iron than James Beard-nominated chef David Bancroft? Watch this episode of Prime Cuts: Cast Iron Edition as Bancroft...
Episode 1 • Air Date: Feb 12, 2024Prime Cuts: Cast Iron RestorationThere’s a reason why the cast iron legend has grown so large over the years: it’s incredibly durable and lasts a long, long time. So long, in fact, it often becomes a family heirloom passed down from generation to generation. But time does a number to even the highest quality cast iron—and that’s...