Camping and Fishing with your dog in Texas

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noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:07:00 +0000

"A good cook is like a sorceress who dispenses happiness."

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Bull Shoals Lake

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 13:25:00 +0000

An impressive 71,000 acre lake, situated on Arkansas-Missouri border south of Sundown, Missouri, the Bull Shoals Lake is one lake you should consider for your fishing and camping vacations. For a family fishing vacation, you can choose any water sport you like, bring your water skis, scuba diving equipment, camping gear, fishing tackle, as well as hiking equipment. Swimming is great mid May through September.

The Bull Shoals Lake has numerous boat ramps in both Arkansas and Missouri areas. Fishing is great year round, but the peak action is during March, April and May, for bass, crappie, catfish, and many other species.

The Woodlands, Texas

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:28:00 +0000

Family Camping Experience at Camp Ter-Ra-Mont By Mary Connell

Get away without leaving The Woodlands!

THE WOODLANDS, Texas -- The Community Associations Parks and Recreation Department wants to help you and your family reconnect with nature at the first annual Camp Ter-Ra-Mont. Enjoy the simple life for a night from Saturday, March 15, to Sunday, March 16, at Terramont Park.
“Families today spend a lot of their time inside,” said Kelly Dietrich, assistant director of parks and recreation. “We want to give grandparents, parents and children the opportunity to play under the stars, have fun and let their imaginations run wild.”
Camp Ter-Ra-Mont participants can choose to make s’mores, gaze at the stars, make and race toboggans, enjoy a night hike or flashlight scavenger hunt, watch for wildlife, play games, watch a movie, make crafts, tell stories around the campfire and much more!
The cost is $100 for a resident family of four, or $110 for a non-resident family of four. Additional family members are $25. Sleeping bags and tents are also available for purchase if needed.
Space is limited to 50 families, so register now! For more information, please visit the Community Association's Web site, and click on CampTer-Ra-Mont, or call 281.210.3950.

Extremely easy Sausage Roll-up

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 17:30:00 +0000

Ingredients: 1 package of Polish sausage cut into 4 links, 1 small bag of hash brown potatoes, 1 small onion, 4 tsps of cooking oil or butter, salt and pepper, 4 pieces of aluminum foil

Directions: Place 1 polish sausage link, 1/4 of the hash browns, 1/4 of the onion, and 1 tsp. of cooking oil or butter in a piece of foil. Fold it over and seal it and place it either on the grill or on the hot coals at the edge of your campfire for about 20 to 30 minutes. When it is done, salt and pepper to taste. Extremely easy and delicious to eat as a main dish.

Ham and Sweet Potato Foil packs

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:13:00 +0000

Cube ham and sweet potatoes, combine with 1/2 cubed apple. Place in foil pack, make sure the edges are sealed tight. Place on hot coals for 1/2 hour, turning every 15 minutes. Apples give moisture to the recipe instead of butter and it adds sweetness.

This amount feeds 1 - 2 people, double recipe for more people. Preparation time approximately 5 - 30 minutes.

Air Travel-UK to USA

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 19:04:00 +0000

Th EU has backed an Open Skies deal with the US. The unanimous vote by EU transport ministers will liberalise trans-atlantic aviation, easing restrictions on travel between Europe and the US. The deal may still collapse, however, over the US's usual protectionist stance on foreign ownership of US companies. They are insisting on a minimum of 75 percent US ownership of all US airlines. Should the deal go ahead, it could herald a new era of cheap trans-atlantic flights. It's a sad irony of US government ignorance that enforcing 75 percent US ownership could destroy some US airlines altogether if cheaper airlines can get a foothold on the lucrative transatlantic routes.

Didn't I promise you a photo of "Fred" the Pheasant?

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:25:00 +0000

Here is the photo of "Fred" the Pheasant we feed daily. He is beautiful and arrives every morning about 8:30 - 9:00 for his breakfast. My husband feeds him his corn breakfast and the other birds wait their turn. We are extremely interested in birds of all varieties, and we live out in the country where wild birds thrive. We are "bird watchers" who love to see how many different species we can find on a given day, week, or month.

Bird Watchers

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:34:00 +0000

Spencek said...
We love the picture of the Black-capped chickadee bird, these birds are plentiful in Texas where I am from. We are now in East Yorkshire in the UK. We have different varieties of birds and we plan to write about Pheasants in our blog soon. We too are "nature lovers" like yourselves. Readers of your blog may also have an interest in our blog on Camping and Fishing with your dog in Texas, http://campfishdogtexas.blogspot.com
February 18, 2008 7:32 AM
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Bird watching

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:16:00 +0000

Blog of Note, "Building a log cabin" posted this recently and we felt you guys would like it.

Bird Watching at the Cabin

I decided today would be a good day to bird watch from the deck of our cabin. I pulled up a chair and got my camera ready. It was kind of nice to take a break from stressing over what hasn't been finished. (I think the electrician must double as a spy as he's been very elusive and I still don't have my switchplates. ) I hung up a suet cake and tube feeder on the trees overhanging the deck. The Black-capped chickadees were rampant. I put seeds in my hand and one of them landed on my thumb. He didn't take the seed, just cocked his head at me and flew back to the feeder. Just that experience was thrilling enough. Bird count total today: 10 chickadees, 1 tufted titmouse, 2 white breasted nuthatches and 1 hairy woodpecker. Tomorrow, back to the log cabin...
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Camping recipes

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 14:34:00 +0000

Beans and ground beef (mince)

4 oz. minced beef
1 can of baked beans
a pinch of chili powder
1 tbsp of paprika
1 tbsp of tomato puree

Cook the ground beef in a saucepan until browned, then drain off any excess fat. Add the beans and tomato puree and stir into the mince. Add the chili and paprika. Cook for 5 minutes and serve with pasta, in a jacket potato or on hot buttered toast. An easy meal for two persons.

Trail mix

This is not a "cooked"recipe, but provides a great source of energy and a tasty snack between meals, when you are fishing or hiking.

1 cup of granola
half a cup of peanuts
half a cup of raisins
1 cup of your favorite dried cereal
half a cup of mini chocolate chips
half a cup of your favorite dried snack

Mix ingredients in a bowl, pour into a zip lock bag for storage. It will keep nicely and you can enjoy it when you need a crunchy snack.

Camping with your Doberman

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 20:12:00 +0000

When I lived in Texas, one of my neighbors had several Doberman Pinschers. Over the years, the number changed as the dogs passed on, and younger ones were added. They went camping often and took the dogs with them. Dobermans love the water, and if you have never taken your Doberman camping and fishing and let them run and play in the water, your dog has really missed a treat. They love to retrieve just like any water dog, so be sure and take your Doberman along on your next camping trip.

"Blogs of note"

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:29:00 +0000

Hey, I just visited a blog of note by the name of http://mommydoodles.blogspot.com/ This mum has a nice blog set up, I enjoyed reading her posts. Check it out. I wonder if she ever goes camping with her children?

Bluebonnets in the Spring

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 13:12:00 +0000

You cannot imagine just how beautiful a field of Bluebonnets is until you actually see them in reality. The Bluebonnet is the state flower of Texas and they come into bloom last March and early April. This is an extraordinary picture, but I do not know the photographer's name, I just know it is worth putting here for all to enjoy.

Is your dog ready to go camping?

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 22:14:00 +0000

Is your dog ready to accompany you on this camping and fishing trip? Well, if your dog is as happy to go on these outings as mine is, you can't get the van ready soon enough. My dog gets so excited, and he helps carry items to the van ahead of me. It is like he knows for sure where we are going, and I am convinced he does actually know. I am sure you have a list of supplies you are taking, but be sure to include a few things for your dog as well. Here is a list I have prepared for you to use as a guide if you need it.

Vaccinations should be up to date, take paperwork to prove the records are up to date.
Have the dog wear a collar with i.d. tag with name of dog, owner, address and telephone number. Maybe a temporary tag with the name of the park where you will be camped, would be useful as well.
Leash, as well as a spare. Life jacket if you plan to take the dog into the river or go in a boat.
Take bedding, food, water, and dishes for both, bearing in mind that dogs drink lots of water, especially when the weather is warm or hot. Insect repellent and first aid items should be included.
If you are going to rough terrain, take dog boots for him so he will not get paws bruised.
Take a backpack so he can carry some of his own camping supplies, provided he weights at least 20 lbs.
Some camp grounds accept dogs and some do not, so call ahead to make sure of the regulations.
Prepare your dog ahead of time for the amount of exercise he will be getting on this trip, by taking him for walks at home a week or two before you leave. Have him wear a backpack on these walks so he will get used to carrying some extra weight. Gradually add to the backpack until you get it properly weighted for him.
Have a successful camping and fishing trip.

Camping in the great outdoors

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 15:22:00 +0000

Do you have the camping supplies you need for another great season of outdoor adventures and other outdoor recreational activities? Just imagine another great season when you can kick back, play some bean bags, fish a while, take a boat ride, cook up a great campfire supper, and sit around the campfire at night?

For some campers, this means having dependable gear, sleeping 6 to a tent comfortably and an enjoyable trip for all. Take an inventory of your camping, hiking, and fishing gear, checking to see if any need to be replaced, and you will be ready for a new season of outdoor fun and relaxation. Keep a list of your camping, hiking and fishing gear you plan to pack for your trip, so you don't forget something important. It pays to pay attention to details so the trip will be a total success for all your family. Enjoy!

Your tent is your home

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Tue, 25 Dec 2007 19:04:00 +0000

Living in a tent can be a challenge, but it can be fun and here are some tips on making
things a little easier for you and your family.

Organize your tent, have a plan, and set rules. Make one end of the tent for sleeping bags, and the clothing for changes at the other end, allowing you to change at the entrance and not at the other end on the beds. If your tent has two doors, that will be easier as well. Place a carpet mat at the entrance (s) to keep out the trail dust, etc and help keep your tent cleaner.

Air mattresses are great for camping, sleeping on the ground is not good. The kids will probably enjoy sleeping in their sleeping bags, but for the adults, the air mattress is far better.

Lighting is very important, and now with the quality of a battery operated lamp, that would be good for the inside of the tent for short periods. For longer use, a gas lantern will certainly be more economical.

Sealable plastic bags are the best, for storing various small items , and will hold up to several camping trips, and you can view what items are stored there. Plastic bags are handy for storing snacks, crackers, cookies, etc. Also in the coolers, plastic bags are good to use to seal food for storing, preventing the food getting wet.

In the event you are taking your dog, there are a number of items you should take along for his or her comfort. There are sleeping bags for dogs as well, they come in various sizes to fit your dog. Be sure to include first-aid kit items for the dog and the family, in case of injuries, insect bites, etc. Include in the first-aid items, insect repellent, for times you meet up with mosquitoes or such. For the dog, take his immunization record, especially the rabies shot information, in case you need to show he is protected. His collar should have a tag containing phone number, and name and address of his owner.

Happy camping.....

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Are you thinking about a camping and fishing trip to Texas?

noreply@blogger.com (Ken Moncrieff) — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 19:29:00 +0000

The possibilities of you finding the ideal spot for camping and fishing with the weather perfect for the occasion in Texas are extremely high. From the northern border of Texas with Oklahoma to the southern border with Mexico, as well as from the extreme western edge close to El Paso, all the way to the eastern coast along the Gulf of Mexico and Louisiana, there are camping sites available in a variety of scenic environments.

My favorite section of the large state of Texas is the "Hill Country". This part of the state holds many camping and fishing sites, including rivers, lakes and reservoirs in and around state parks with lots and lots of fish, birds and other wild life. Some of my favorite places I will list here: Kerrville-Schreiner State Park, 3 miles southeast of Kerrville, Hill Country Natural Area, south of Bandera off state highway 1077, Guadalupe River State Park, 30 miles north of San Antonio, and Garner State Park, 31 miles north of Uvalde and 9 miles south of Leakey.

Some of the camp sites have cabins, others have places for tents, and some are adjacent to lodges in the general area, for those who don't wish to sleep under the stars. Overall, one can locate their ideal spot for camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking, or just spending time with nature in the Lone Star State of Texas.