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Another year has gone by, and another year that I didn't make it out to camp. I'm really surprised at how life seems to get in the way sometimes. I hope to soon start planning a camping trip, which will be the first for my toddler. I believe she will thoroughly enjoy a night under the stars and days filled with exploring the wilderness. Hopefully our trip will be to Carolina Beach State Park, a

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I have fond childhood memories of snow ice cream, and as the years went by it is something I sort of forgot about. But with this abundance of snow on the ground, and a gentle reminder, we decided to go for it with gusto! I'm posting here, because it is so simple and easy this could be a great cold weather camping activity. Three ingredients, period. Eight cups of fresh clean snow, one small (14oz

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Camp cooking in cold weather can present a few challenges. With the outside air dropping to frigid, it will take longer to achieve the same results. Some creativity may come into play, but it is still absolutely feasible to have a fantastic meal cooked at camp in cold weather. My last cold weather camping trip I had brought along two things I regularly used to cook with in warm weather: a stove

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As we dig out from back to back snowstorms, I have to be thankful for having some good camping skills in place. We lost power for three days after the first snowstorm, but made do just fine. I wasn't as prepared as I should have been-- I did have to go on a run for more candles, batteries, and canned goods. But we got through everything just fine. Having well water, our water shut off when the

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While camping in cold weather, dressing appropriately is a definite must. This doesn't necessarily mean the biggest heaviest coat you can find, but rather dressing in layers to retain heat. Wearing cotton in the layer closest to the skin is also important, as it can wick away any perspiration which can work against you. Plus, if you dress in layers and find you're warming up a little too much,

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With the colder weather, a big bowl of hearty chili seems to warm the soul as much as the body. One of my favorite camp recipes is Campfire Chili. It's easy to make and is always a nice treat beside the campfire. This recipe calls for grown beef already browned and drained for ease in transport and to reduce the chances of contaminating the cooler. I strongly suggest browning the beef before

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It's that time of year, time to go shopping for your favorite camper. But what do you get? The possibilities are endless, and only limited by your budget. There is a wide range of ideas for the camper in your life when it comes to gift giving. There are oodles of nifty gadgets for camping enthusiasts on the market, many are things that people would use but never think to get for themselves. Camp

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Black Friday sales are a great way to shop for the camper in your life, or even to replenish your own camping items. The sales are definitely hard to beat! Sporting goods stores are in on the action, too, and there are some hard to beat deals out there.  And just think, hitting Black Friday sales at the sporting goods stores will be hubby-friendly shopping! Thankfully, we now have the

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One thing I like to do in the camping off season is scope out potential campgrounds I'd like to check out. I love the water, and really love the beach. So I often look for campgrounds near beaches I'd like to visit. State Parks have proven invaluable in my experiences so far. I've camped at Carolina Beach State Park in Carolina Beach, NC, and also at the Myrtle Beach State Park campground. There

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It's that time of year. Unless you like cold weather camping, it's time to put away camping equipment for the season. This is a perfect opportunity to go through your camp equipment and make any necessary repairs, take inventory, and clean it up for storage. I have several big plastic bins I keep my camping stuff stored in. Each according to type. So most of my camp cookware is stored in one,

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I really like camping at a campground with a shower house. That reduces a ton of what I need to pack for hygeine. Most of the campgrounds I have been at have had meticulously clean shower houses, which is great! That leaves one tiny little detail: privacy! I picked up a little tip one year while camping at the Carolina Beach State Park campground. It was one of my first trips there, actually. A

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Breakfast while camping has infinite possibilities, many more than you may think. Even if you cannot cook an Omelete at home on the stove, it's incredibly easy to whip up this tasty treat at camp. Of course, this Omelete recipe can also be done at home, too. It's so easy you may find yourself wondering why you didn't think to do this sooner! Things you will need: Eggs, 2-3 for each Omelete, or a

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Fire starters can be invaluable in camping, especially during damp or rainy weather. But did you know you can make these yourself? Having a set of these handy waterproof fire starters on hand, you will be able to build a camp fire regardless of the weather. Things you will need: Paper Egg Crate Dryer Lint Parrafin or old candles Double Boiler, or two different sizes pots. Gather dryer lint for

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Packing towels for a camping trip can take up a lot of room. Not to mention, they dry slowly, often leaving a camper having to lug around a damp, bulky towel.  MSR has the answer to this problem. The MSR Packtowl is lightweight, antimicrobial, and dries very quickly. It even has a strap to ease in hanging and drying. The material is ultra-soft, and softens up with each use. The price is

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Cast iron camp cookware is so versatile, you may find yourself bringing it out of storage and using it year round. I love mine, and rarely is it ever packed away. But from time to time, it may need a little extra care, especially if it has been stored. Inspect your cast iron camp cookware regularly, any sign of rust and it should be stripped clean, scoured, and re-seasoned. Let soak briefly in

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What could be better than waking up at dawn to watch the sun rise over the ocean, the gentle sound of the waves waking you from a wonderful night's slumber? Beach camping is extreme fun, but it can present extreme challenges as well. With a little planning, your beach camp excursion will be a good time, and problems can be avoided. Depending on the beach, and the season, the challenges will be

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Camp cooking does not have to be limited to hot dogs roasted over a camp fire. Most recipes created at home can be cooked to perfection at the campsite. Some need a little improvising, others only need the right cookware. Cast iron cookware always does good at the campsite, but can be heavy and bulky for transport. Good for car camping, not so good for backpacking. A cast iron skillet is

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Camping is one of Mother Nature's fabulous gifts to us. The crisp, fresh air, the serenade of crickets alongside a camp fire, and the moonlight shining down on us. All gifts from above to delight out senses! Not to mention, it's an affordable way to create family memories, and relax and unwind. I am often surprised at how people who haven't been exposed to camping view the experience. Many

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