When it comes to favorite pastimes, many will cite camping as an all time favorite. In fact, camping for recreation is considered recent yet camping has long been a lifestyle for citizens in many regions for centuries. The concept of camping as a fun pastime came into being in the late 1800s. The Father of…
Traditional hobo dinners consist of a burger patty that’s been salted, peppered and placed on top of sliced potatoes. This is a good, basic meal that will fill up hungry campers, but some families prefer a little more flavor. Mashed, not sliced potatoes are what they prefer with meatloaf, so you can make your own version of…
Camping is a time that most parents relax the rules and let the kids indulge in a few extra treats. There will be ice cream cones, S’mores (of course), candy, and cookies pretty much everywhere. You can still curb the sugar rushes by packing healthy snacks and substituting them for the other stuff from time…
One thing about campfires is that they are not that easy to start or keep going. This is why we are sharing these tips to help those who want to build a campfire. The tips below have always worked for us and we know that they will also work for you. Clear a flat area for…
Most people use an effective sunscreen to protect themselves and their families from the sun’s harmful UV rays. However, what they don’t know is that their pets also need sunscreen to protect them from the harmful rays of the sun. Even though fur will help protect your dog from the UV rays, it can only…
There are times in every Michigan camping season when the mosquitos seem to be trying to take completely over. We hear more and more about the dangers of traditional insect repellent and we see more campers using alternatives than ever before. Some of the more popular products reviewed online are listed below. Avon Skin So…
Camping includes grilled cheese. It just does, every time. And grilled cheese is one of those crowd pleasers you can depend on. Everyone from the oldest to the youngest tends to enjoy it, it’s easy to make, and requires little clean up. You can branch out a little, though, and try some new twists on…
Your family has just loaded into the car on the way to a family camping trip. The kids, as well as you, are so excited; however, as the hours in the car pass, children and adults can become bored and irritable. Playing an assortment of road trip games can help turn a rather grueling trip…
We love pets and we love that you bring your pets with you when you come camping with us. They are part of your family which means they are part of our camping family too. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the campground with your dog and some things you can do to make…
Who doesn’t appreciate tips that make our favorite things to do even more pleasurable? Here are 10 camping hacks that you may not have thought of, but you’ll find yourself using! 1. Make a lamp/light for reading in the evening on the cheap: fill a gallon jug with water. Invert a head lamp so it’s…