In a narrow alley behind a busy worksite, I witnessed a scene so small—and so beautiful—I almost walked past it. One woman, balancing effortlessly on a scooter seat, was trimming her friend’s hair. Two others stood nearby, chatting and laughing, dressed in matching blue work [...]
A Brief History of Valentine’s Day Everyone knows that Valentine's Day is a special day for love, friendship, sweethearts, pretty cards and flowers, but no one knows exactly how or why it got started. One legend has it that birds choose their mates on Valentine's [...]
With Valentine's coming up, you may want to try this cookie valentine bouquet. It is sure to please that special person you share it with. Valentine's Day presents the perfect opportunity for lighthearted expressions of love or friendship. Whether the object of your affection is [...]
Barbecue Safety Tips Memorial Day unofficially marks the beginning of summertime activity, and summer marks the beginning of barbecue season. It's time to dust off the grill, stock up on briquets and get ready for the delicious smoked flavor of barbecued meats and vegetables. But [...]
Choosing the Right Camp Stove More and more outdoor enthusiasts mean tighter and stricter fire regulations in wilderness areas. If you love to camp or cook outside, you may want to consider these alternatives to open fires. Choose a lightweight (1 to 2 pounds) one-burner stove [...]
Camping is an excellent opportunity to enjoy each other's company, enjoy your backyard and enjoy activities you don't normally do. If the activities director asks each family member to create one activity, you'd be in for one fun trip. Activity Ideas for Backyard Camping NATURE [...]
Understanding the Dutch Oven One of the oldest and most popular types of preparing food outdoors, Dutch oven cooking is probably the most versatile of all. And since summer weather calls for out-of-the-kitchen Dutch oven cooking, get ready to give your taste buds a vacation [...]
The Four Key Ingredients of Camping Success I love to camp, and now is the perfect time of year to camp. The weather has turned to a wonderful temperature for camping, and I'm sure most of you already have some plans for your summer fun. [...]
Preparing for Your Ice Fishing Trip One of the exciting adventures in the winter in this area is ice fishing. Recently I went ice fishing on Scofield Lake with two other friends. The three of us caught 62 fish in six hours. Most of the [...]
How to Build a Snow Dome How to Build a Snow Dome Activities for me have been the key to enjoying the cold and snow. When we get a big snow storm one of my favorite activities is to build a snow dome. This is [...]
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