Camping

Whether to introduce your kids to the solace of a quiet wooded space or to bolster a sense of independence and self-sustenance, camping provides a much needed breather in our ever more hectic daily lives. Dian’s tips will ease you into camping if you’ve never done it before, and will give helpful
tips to the experienced camper to make your outings go more smoothly.

Camping provides the opportunity for enormous creativity. (Imagine how creative pioneers had to be.) When released from the constraints of daily conveniences, you will surprise yourself with the many fun and creative ways you handle the everyday necessities of life.

Camping gets Kids and Parents Together
Camping gets Kids and Parents Together

Camping gets Kids and Parents Together

Dian Thomas2023-05-31T21:47:11+00:00February 28th, 2023|Backyard, Camping|

Camping is an excellent opportunity to enjoy each other's company, enjoy your backyard and enjoy activities you don't normally do. Take time to have a family activity in the backyard to build your skills before going camping if you do not have a backyard go to [...]

Smoked Turkey Pockets
Smoked Turkey Pockets

Smoked Turkey Pockets

Dian Thomas2024-11-08T22:42:38+00:00February 18th, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, Lunch|

6 pita pockets, halved 1/2 cup mayonnaise 12 slices smoked turkey 2 avocados, peeled and sliced 3 tomatoes, sliced Grill and At Home On a hot grill, heat pita pockets until thoroughly warmed. Open pita pockets and spread mayonnaise inside on both sides. Insert turkey, [...]

Nothing Better than Sourdough
Nothing Better than Sourdough

Nothing Better than Sourdough

jsteffan2023-05-31T21:34:26+00:00February 17th, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, Dutch Oven|

As a young outdoor lover I can to remember anything better the biscuits, pancakes and sourdough my dad would make. I remember as a ten-year-old going camping with our family. My dad would get up and fire up the fire to burn down the hot coal [...]

Sunshine Toast
Sunshine Toast

Sunshine Toast

jsteffan2023-05-31T21:10:01+00:00February 17th, 2023|Backyard, Camping, Delicious Food|

My all-time, most-often-cooked recipe. I love to cook it on a tin can stove. 4 slices bacon 4 slices bread 4 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Camp Stove & At Home In a large frying pan, fold bacon strips into "V's".Cook on one [...]

Make Your Meal an Adventure
Make Your Meal an Adventure

Make Your Meal an Adventure

jsteffan2023-05-11T16:20:34+00:00February 17th, 2023|Backyard, Camping, Delicious Food|

It's truly amazing what you can do on an outdoor outing if you just have the right ideas. Two favorite off-the-wall ideas of mine are Backpack Chicken and Car Manifold cooking. Backpack Chicken Cook your chicken in a backpack while going [...]

Make Orange Juice in a Bag
Make Orange Juice in a Bag

Make Orange Juice in a Bag

Dian Thomas2023-05-11T03:29:10+00:00February 16th, 2023|Breakfast, Camping|

Remove the pulp from an orange using the method described on page 89 of my book Roughig It Eays. Place the fruit inside a 1-quart plastic self-sealing bag. Press on both sides of the bag, getting as much air out as you can. Seal the bag. [...]

Cowboy Potatoes

jsteffan2023-02-16T01:33:04+00:00February 15th, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, Dutch Oven, Entrées|

These wonderful potatoes will be a hit at any party. I love to make a big batch and then have them for the week. 8 slices bacon, diced 2 medium onions, diced 8 medium potatoes, sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups Cheddar [...]

Many Ways to Start a Campfire
Many Ways to Start a Campfire

Many Ways to Start a Campfire

Dian Thomas2023-05-11T03:30:27+00:00February 14th, 2023|Camping|

Campfire Basics One of the challenges of being outdoors is starting a campfire. These ideas will help you start that sure fire that will cook your meals and warm your heart. There are many ways to start a campfire. Some may be fun for younger [...]

‘Apple Pie on a Stick’ is fun to make — and tasty to eat
‘Apple Pie on a Stick’ is fun to make — and tasty to eat

‘Apple Pie on a Stick’ is fun to make — and tasty to eat

Dian Thomas2023-04-25T22:48:46+00:00February 14th, 2023|Camping, Desserts|

Stick cooking is probably the oldest form of cooking — at least it's the method depicted in most of the books and movies you read and see about prehistoric times. With just a few contemporary updates, stick cooking is still one of the most universal [...]

Dutch Oven Basic
Dutch Oven Basic

Dutch Oven Basic

jsteffan2023-04-25T22:31:25+00:00February 7th, 2023|Backyard, Camping, Dutch Oven|

This weekend I had guests in from Texas. The first thing they asked me was, “How can we cook in the Dutch oven you sent us?” I used the delicious Pistol Rock Chicken recipe that I shared with you last week to start out. Their [...]

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