August might not be packed with holidays, but that’s exactly why it’s the perfect month for planning ahead. While you're squeezing in the last pool days and savoring summer nights, carve out a little time to prepare for what’s coming next: Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. [...]
August often flies under the radar with no major national holidays—but don’t let that fool you. It’s actually packed with quirky, charming, and surprisingly meaningful celebrations. Whether you’re looking for fun ideas to beat the summer doldrums, or creative ways to bond as a family, [...]
Orange Campfire Cupcakes Ingredients 1 orange per person 1 (18.5 oz) box of yellow or spice cake mix Ingredients to prepare the cake batter (eggs, oil, water as package requires) 1 (12-inch) piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil per orange [...]
Campfire Kabobs Ingredients Vegetables (no pre-cooking needed) Bell peppers (red, yellow, green) Zucchini Cherry tomatoes Summer squash Onions Mushrooms (fresh or marinated) Black or green olives Water chestnuts Vegetables (pre-cook recommended) Carrots Broccoli Cauliflower Fennel Small potatoes [...]
Campfire Banana Boats Ingredients 4 bananas, in the peel 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows Heavy-duty foil If you’re looking for a quick and easy campfire dessert that’s guaranteed to bring smiles to every face around [...]
Smoked Turkey Ingredients (Serves 8–10) 1 whole turkey (9 to 12 pounds) 8 to 10 fresh sage leaves 1 tablespoon coarse salt 2 teaspoons Hungarian paprika 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Dash of cayenne pepper 1/4 cup vegetable oil [...]
Island Punch for Tropical Vibes Ingredients 1 (1 pint) can of each juice:• Passion fruit• Mango• Papaya• Pineapple• Orange• Cranberry (optional, adds a tart balance) 1 star fruit Ice Looking for a simple, crowd-pleasing drink that [...]
Kabobs are the ultimate customizable campfire meal. From savory meats to sweet treats, they let everyone build their own dinner on a stick. Best Kabob Ingredients Choose foods that cook at similar rates: Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms Steak cubes, chicken pieces, pork Pineapple chunks, cherry [...]
One of the most innovative outdoor cooking methods (and is excellent to have for power-related emergencies at home) isthe simple homemade tin can stove which can be used for frying,boiling and toasting. It is best used for one or two peoplebecause of its small size. [...]
People often ask me if I’m afraid of artificial intelligence. My answer is simple: I see no reason to fear AI, because I’ve always welcomed new tools that help me learn, grow, and connect. AI doesn’t replace me—it enhances me. It’s like having a thoughtful, [...]
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