Most people think hammocks are only good for summer days, lounging in the backyard by a pool or at a BBQ. But any hammock lover will tell you that every season is hammock season. Whether you live in an apartment, house with a large backyard or are a millennial heading to the beach or the…
There’s Camping, and then there’s Camping. Now in print, the words look the same, but believe me, in a practical manner, they are vastly different. My husband grew up camping first in a Sears Umbrella tent, then in a 1960 Nimrod Pop-up. (In case you have any questions about what that was like – it…
Knowing how to create the perfect s’more is not really rocket science; but it does take some practice. Do you burn your marshmallows till they are black and crispy? Do you prefer your marshmallows flaming when you place them on the chocolate? Are you one of those people who lay out all the graham crackers…
There are things that everyone knows to pack for a camping trip with the family. No one would even think about going camping without a sleeping bag, pillow, bug spray or a pack of hot dogs. But there are a few things that many people don’t pack that can definitely make your camping experience easier….
When we go on a road trip, we are always looking for something a little different when it comes to lodging. Sure we can stay at a chain motel, but the memorable moments often take place when you stretch a little and think outside the typical. Last year when we spent some time in Pigeon…
Over the past few years, we have visited Big Bone Lick State Park several times. Recently we drove over again to the state park and spend some time enjoying the local bison herd. Big Bone Lick State Park is a beautiful place to camp, play miniature golf, do some hiking and just spend some time…
There’s Camping, and then there’s Camping. Now in print, the words looks the same, but believe me, in a practical manner, they are vastly different. My husband grew up camping first in a Sears Umbrella tent, then in a 1960 Nimrod Pop-up. (In case you have any questions what that was like – it had…
This weekend, my daughter had a friend over. They were having a great time but were ready for a new adventure. They had already had a gypsy fairy tea party and played nerf wars with the big brothers. Now it was time for something really new. I brought out our shade tent that I got…