Tasha Zemke is Outside magazine’s associate managing editor and a member of the Outside Online travel team. She's also an avid world traveler. Josh Drinkard always wanted to build his own cabin.

This project started with a massive log and the idea of turning it into a rustic throne. I walk through the entire build - from rough chainsaw shaping to carving, sanding, and final assembly. It’s a ...

At the age of 81, Charles “Mac” McRaven still can swing a goosewing broadax with the authority of a young Abe Lincoln. Through the decades, the Albemarle County author and master craftsman has built ...

Note: This property was sold between the time the photos and interview were done and publication. Though the home is no longer on the market, please enjoy the images and story of this interesting log ...