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.

Campfire Kabobs – The Ultimate Build-Your-Own Skewer Guide

2025-07-23T23:43:38+00:00July 23rd, 2025|Backyard Roughing It Easy, Camping, Stick and Spit Cooking|

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 [...]

Kabob Cooking 101: Build the Perfect Outdoor Skewers

2025-07-19T04:11:48+00:00July 18th, 2025|Backyard, Backyard Roughing It Easy, Camping|

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 [...]

Build a Tin Can Stove: A Lifesaver for Emergencies and Outdoor Adventures

2025-07-19T03:50:30+00:00July 18th, 2025|Camping, Family Fun, Kids|

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. [...]

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