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Backwoods Home Magazinepractical ideas for self-reliant living2018-2019Media Kit
a unique and loyal marketWhat is Backwoods Home Magazine?Backwoods Home Magazine is publishedin Oregon and is written forpeople who have a desire topursue personal independenceand self-sufficiency. Since1989, we have publishedarticles on owner-built housing,independent energy, countryliving, gardening, and othertopics related to a self-reliantlifestyle.We are available both in printand on Kindle, where we haveabout 5,000 subscribers for each.All of our readers have one thing incommon: They want to know aboutself-reliance, preparedness, and theproducts and services that helpthem become self-reliant and prepared.Why advertise with us?Over the last 28 years, we have attained thousands ofloyal subscribers who view us as an extension of theirfamily. They look to us for products and services that willmake their journey to independence an easier one.Backwoods Home onlineIn addition to display ads within our magazine, we offerwebsite ads separately. Our 57,000 monthly pageviewsmake it easy for website ads to be seen by customers. Youcan view select articles from our current issue on ourwebsite at www.backwoodshome.com.@backwoodshome
in each issueWhat makes Backwoods Home Magazine crucial reading fordown-to-earth consumers? We deliver reliable information thathelps them make the decision to buy non-perishable food products, farming equipment, building tools and supplies, canningequipment, preparedness gear, and other items to help themachieve their goals.Check out some of our regular features:PREPAREDNESS: Advice on being prepared foranything from a bad year in the garden, to natural or manmade disasters.cSELF-RELIANCE: We are one of the country’s leadersin promoting a self-sufficient lifestyle. Articles cover topicssuch as food preservation, starting your own business, harvesting wild foods and game, and protecting your familywith firearms in times of trouble.cHOMESTEADING: Skills for both urban and ruralhomesteaders, including developing water sources, usingand cooking with wood stoves, building homes and outbuildings, caring for livestock, and living off the grid.cCANNING & GARDENING: Articles on the manybenefits of growing and canning fruits and vegetables. Plus,information on how to compost, make organic fertilizers,and protect your garden from pests and predators.cWHOLE FOODS & COOKING: A tried and truesource for recipes that stand the test of time.cc ALTERNATIVEENERGY: Extensive coverage ofthe latest information on solar power for your home andeveryday use, wood heat, wind power, biodiesel, and otherrenewable energy options.c BUILDING: How-to instructions on natural buildingincluding log, timber frame, straw bale, adobe, earth-sheltered, and cordwood homes; solar designs; energy-efficientappliances, and more.c HEALTH: Expert advice on emergency and do-it-your-self healthcare — from using herbal remedies to creating acustom medical kit.c COUNTRYLIVING: Inspiring articles that remind ourreaders of the simplicity and enjoyment that comes withliving a country life.
advertiser ratesGeneral InformationCirculationBackwoods Home Magazine is publishedquarterly (four times a year) on boththe Kindle platform and in print. Wecurrently have 5,000 paid Kindle subscribers.Mechanical RequirementsRates are for print-ready ads (300 dpi, CMYK color)Full Bleed size 9" x 11½"Trim size 8 3/8" x 10 7/8"Please submit ads as a .tif, .jpeg, or .pdfPolicyAll advertisers must prepay ads placed with us. If ad is received toolate for the current issue, ad will automatically be placed in the nextissue unless specified.Cancellations/ChangesCancellations or copy changes will not be accepted past the deadline and must be received prior to closing date.PAGEFULLPAGE1/6Full page .Half-page (hor.) .One-third page (hor.) .One-third page (vert.) .One-sixth page (hor.) .One-sixth page (vert.) .One-twelfth page .One-inch .Issue #175 (Jan/Feb/Mar 2019) . Nov 12, 2018Issue #176 (Apr/May/June 2019) . Feb 25, 2019Issue #177 (July/Aug/Sept 2019) . May 28, 2019Issue #178 (Oct/Nov/Dec 2019) . Aug 19, 2019VERT.PAGEVERT.Ad TypeAd Copy DueWe sell right-column banners that appearon www.backwoodshome.com, in randomorder. We get 57,000 unique visitors permonth to our site.1/6HOR.HOR.1/3PGIssueWeb AdsDisplay Ad Dimensions1/2Issues & closing dates1/3PAGEHOR.Size7" W x 9-1/4"H7"W x 4-5/8"H4-1/2"W x 4-5/8"H2-1/4"W x 9-1/4"H4-1/2"W x 2-5/16"H2-1/4"W x 4-5/8"H2-1/4"W x 2-5/16"H2-1/4"W x 1"HMultiple Insertion DiscountsRun ad for a full year (4 issues) — 10% discount1"300 x 100 pixels1/12PAGE 200/monthRates 600 300 250 250 150 150 100 50Banners must be in gif, jpg, or png format.No animated banners. Multiple bannersper slot not supported. Click-tracking notcurrently available. Clicks must be trackedfrom your server. A dedicated landingpage (http://yoursite.com/bhmad.html) ortracking code (http://yoursite.com?ref bhm)is allowed.Contact InformationLisa Nourseadvertising@backwoodshome.com
classified ad ratesRATES: 1.00 per word. Minimum: 20. Write or fax your ad in the form below. We'll print up to the first four words in boldcapital letters. Additional capitalized words cost 1 each. Payment (check, M.O., cash in U.S. funds only) must accompany ad.DISCOUNTS: Run your ad in four consecutive issues (1 full year) and receive a 10% discount when you prepay.SPECIAL RATE FOR PERSONALS: To encourage those seeking mates or jobs, individuals (as opposed to companies)advertising under the “PERSONALS” category will be charged half price.CLOSING DATES: Contact advertising@backwoodshome.com for closing dates.Order online at: EADINGS:(Circle one)ALTERNATIVE BUILDING/SUPPLIESGARDEN/FARMHERBSREAL ESTATESURVIVAL GEARBUSINESS OPPORTUNITIESDO-IT-YOURSELFDOMES AND TIPISFOODLIVESTOCKMISCELLANEOUSPERSONALS (special rate)POULTRYWANTEDWATERYOU CHOOSE HEADING:(add more words as needed)Insert this ad in the next issues (10% discount if run for full year — 4 consecutive issues).Enclosed is my check or money order for Card No. Exp. Date Security code VisaNameAddress Discover MasterCardCity,State, Zip AmericanExpressPhoneEmail
buildings, caring for livestock, and living off the grid. c CANNING & GARDENING: Articles on the many benefits of growing and canning fruits and vegetables. Plus, information on how to compost, make organic fertilizers, and protect your garden from pests and
