Monday, April 12, 2010
Pie Iron Recipes - How to make your own hobo pies!
2 slices of bread
pie filling (homemade or store bought in a can)
butter
sugar
pie iron
Take one slice of bread and butter it. Sprinkle the butter side with sugar. Place it butter side down in the pie iron. Spoon the desired amount of pie filling on this slice of bread in the pie iron. Take another slice of bread and butter one side. Again, sprinkle the butter side with sugar. Place this slice of bread on top of the pie filling, butter side up. Close the pie iron, place in fire for a couple minutes on each side. Remove pie from iron and sprinkle the top with sugar.
pie filling (homemade or store bought in a can)
butter
sugar
pie iron
Take one slice of bread and butter it. Sprinkle the butter side with sugar. Place it butter side down in the pie iron. Spoon the desired amount of pie filling on this slice of bread in the pie iron. Take another slice of bread and butter one side. Again, sprinkle the butter side with sugar. Place this slice of bread on top of the pie filling, butter side up. Close the pie iron, place in fire for a couple minutes on each side. Remove pie from iron and sprinkle the top with sugar.
Monday, June 29, 2009
How to Make a Hand Washer to Use When Camping
When you are camping it is important to conserve your water usage, especially if you are in an area where you need to bring all your water with you. This hand washer will help conserve water when washing your hands and rinsing your dishes. It is especially great if you have kids!
What You Will Need:
1 - 1 gallon Jug (clean milk or water jug)
1 - 16 penny nail
some string
* Fill the clean gallon jug with water and replace the lid. Put the 16 penny nail in one of the bottom corners and puncture through the jug. On one end of the string attach the nail and tie the other end of the string to the handle of the jug. To use simply loosen the cap of the jug to allow some air to get into the jug. Then remove the nail and you will have a steady stream of water to wash your hands or rinse your dishes. When done simply put the nail back in the hole and tighten the cap.
What You Will Need:
1 - 1 gallon Jug (clean milk or water jug)
1 - 16 penny nail
some string
* Fill the clean gallon jug with water and replace the lid. Put the 16 penny nail in one of the bottom corners and puncture through the jug. On one end of the string attach the nail and tie the other end of the string to the handle of the jug. To use simply loosen the cap of the jug to allow some air to get into the jug. Then remove the nail and you will have a steady stream of water to wash your hands or rinse your dishes. When done simply put the nail back in the hole and tighten the cap.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Geocaching Video - How to Find a Cache
Watch this video to learn How to Find a Cache!
Go to http://www.geocaching.com/ to find a cache near you or your favorite camping spot.
Geocaching is a fun family activity to do while camping.
Click here
to find the right GPS unit to use when geocaching!
Go to http://www.geocaching.com/ to find a cache near you or your favorite camping spot.
Geocaching is a fun family activity to do while camping.
Click here
to find the right GPS unit to use when geocaching!
Friday, June 19, 2009
Crayfish Trap - Set and Retrieve
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Thursday, June 18, 2009
How to Build a Crayfish Trap - Part 1
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How to Build a Crayfish Trap - Part 2
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How to Build a Crayfish Trap - Part 3
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Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Camping Q and A - What Are Some Things to Look For in a Great Campsite Location?
Q. What are some things to look for in a great campsite location?A. You will want to look for a large, flat area with quite a few trees. If your campsite has these three things it will ensure that you have a great campsite for the following reasons:
First, look for a large area for your campsite. The area should be large enough for your tent, cooking area, and campfire pit. You will want to ensure that your tent is a safe distance away from your cooking and campfire area. You don't want any sparks or smoke coming near your tent.
Secondly, you will want to make sure the area is relatively flat. Especially the area where you plan to set your tent up. No one wants to sleep on a slant. Also, remember to rake all rocks and pieces of wood out of the area you plan to pitch your tent. This will make for a much more comfortable night's sleep.
And third, if possible, you will want to find a spot that has trees. The trees will provide shade as well as protection from the wind. Trees are also helpful for hanging up a clothes line to dry clothes and blankets that may get wet while camping. Kids also enjoy tree around the campsite so they can build their own wilderness forts to help keep them entertained while camping.
So, if you find a large, flat area with some trees you will have a great location to camp.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Camping Stoves - 3 Must Have Accessories For Your Camping Stove
When you are out on your next camping trip, a propane camp stove is a great way to do your cooking. It provides even cooking and the source of heat can be regulated easily. It is very much like cooking at home on your kitchen stove. A propane camp stove is also a permitted form of cooking when campfires and charcoal grills are prohibited due to extreme forest fire danger. But it is important that you bring the following accessories with you to use with your camping stove.1) Extra Propane - Whether you just use the small 1 pound propane bottles that easily attach to your camp stove or if you connect your stove to a large propane bottle, always make sure you have some extra propane. It is always a good idea to carry 4 to 5 extra small propane bottles in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
2) Matches and/or Lighters - As with carrying extra propane, it is also a good idea to carry extra matches and a couple lighters to light your stove.
3) Extra Hose and Distribution Tree - It is a great idea to have an extra hose if you are using a large propane bottle with your camp stove. In the event your original hose gets damaged, you will have a spare. A distribution tree that attaches to your large propane bottle is also very helpful. It has extra outlets to attach other propane using items to such as a propane grill and lantern.
So, as you can see, a propane camp stove is a great cooking device on your camping trips as long as you remember to be prepared with extra propane, extra matches and lighters, and a spare hose along with a distribution tree.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Camping Recipes – 3 Tips on “Food Safety” to use on Your Next Camping Trip
It is extremely important to use good “Food Safety” when camping. Use the following “Food Safety” so you and your fellow campers can have an enjoyable camping trip.
1. Plan Your Meals and Method of Cooking – Before you go on your camping trip plan the meals you would like to have and when. This will help you prepare the food for your trip. For instance, if you are planning on having steaks on your third night of camping, make sure the steaks are completely frozen before taking them in your cooler. You will also want to consider what method you will use to cook your meals. Remember, at time, the forest may be closed to campfires and charcoal grills so you will need to bring a propane stove or grill for cooking.
2. Keep Everything Clean – Remember to wash your hands before and after handling foods, especially raw meats. Also, make sure all cooking utensils and pans are clean prior to use. When packing your cooler, double wrap your raw meats to contain their juices and keeping your other foods safe.
3. Keep Hot Foods Hot, Cold Foods Cold – It is important to keep all your food that should be refrigerated cold. It is recommended to have two coolers, one for drinks and one for all your food. This will eliminate opening the food cooler too frequently and melting the ice more quickly. Also, keep your coolers in the shade and place an old blanket around them for further insulation. Remember to serve hot foods promptly, and store leftovers in an ice filled cooler.
So, as you can see, if you practice these “Food Safety” tips your next camping trip will be both SAFE and enjoyable.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Best Tent Camping – The 3 Most Important Things to Have for a Great Campsite Location
Tent camping is very popular these days and many people wander how you can pick a great campsite location for your tent. If you are camping in a designated campground is easy to find a great campsite. But if you are roughing it and camping out in the woods here are three things to look for in a great tent campsite.
1. A Flat Spot – When you are camping in a tent you want to find a flat spot to pitch your tent. This will make sleeping much more comfortable. Removing all rocks and twigs from the area where you are going to put your tent will eliminate stepping on sharp objects when you are barefoot in your tent.
2. Trees – Trees will provide shade from the sun. This is especially helpful when camping in the heat of the summer months. Trees will also act as a wind break for your tent. If you are in a winding area, camping in amongst trees and brushes will protect you and your tent.
3. Large Area - You will want an area that is large enough for your tent, cooking area, and campfire. Make sure your tent is a safe distance from campfire so you don’t get sparks on your tent and smoke in your tent.
So, as you can see, to have the best campsite location possible you want to find a large, flat area with plenty of trees. This will ensure you have both a comfortable and safe camping trip.
1. A Flat Spot – When you are camping in a tent you want to find a flat spot to pitch your tent. This will make sleeping much more comfortable. Removing all rocks and twigs from the area where you are going to put your tent will eliminate stepping on sharp objects when you are barefoot in your tent.
2. Trees – Trees will provide shade from the sun. This is especially helpful when camping in the heat of the summer months. Trees will also act as a wind break for your tent. If you are in a winding area, camping in amongst trees and brushes will protect you and your tent.
3. Large Area - You will want an area that is large enough for your tent, cooking area, and campfire. Make sure your tent is a safe distance from campfire so you don’t get sparks on your tent and smoke in your tent.
So, as you can see, to have the best campsite location possible you want to find a large, flat area with plenty of trees. This will ensure you have both a comfortable and safe camping trip.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Camp Fire – The 3 Crucial Steps for Making a Successful Camp Fire
Everyone enjoys a nice camp fire when camping. And if you are ever in a survival situation it is important you know how to build a successful camp fire for warmth on a cold night. The following are three steps that you can take to make a camp fire.
1) Gather Enough Firewood – One of the biggest mistakes people make when building a camp fire is not having enough wood to keep the fire going. It is important that you gather a large pile of firewood before you attempt to make your camp fire. This way you will have wood to put on your fire to keep it burning without having to run around looking for more firewood before your fire goes out.
2) Good Tinder Bundle – Every fire starts with a good tinder bundle. Without it a fire is almost impossible to get going. The type of bundle will change depending on the method of ignition. If you are starting your fire with matches or a lighter; dry pine needles, dry heavy grass, or leaves will work just fine. However, if you are using a more primitive method for starting your fire, your bundle will need to consist of much finer materials in order for a spark or ember to ignite.
3) Adding Wood to Your Fire – Once the tinder bundle has been lit; use small twigs and sticks to keep the fire going and growing. You will want to place an increasingly larger size piece of wood to your fire. Make sure to give enough time for each size of wood to ignite before adding more wood as to not smother the fire. Continue adding fire wood to achieve the size of fire you desire. Remember to watch your fire wood pile to ensure you have enough wood for your fire.
So, as you can see, make sure you follow these three steps when making your next camp fire.
1) Gather Enough Firewood – One of the biggest mistakes people make when building a camp fire is not having enough wood to keep the fire going. It is important that you gather a large pile of firewood before you attempt to make your camp fire. This way you will have wood to put on your fire to keep it burning without having to run around looking for more firewood before your fire goes out.
2) Good Tinder Bundle – Every fire starts with a good tinder bundle. Without it a fire is almost impossible to get going. The type of bundle will change depending on the method of ignition. If you are starting your fire with matches or a lighter; dry pine needles, dry heavy grass, or leaves will work just fine. However, if you are using a more primitive method for starting your fire, your bundle will need to consist of much finer materials in order for a spark or ember to ignite.
3) Adding Wood to Your Fire – Once the tinder bundle has been lit; use small twigs and sticks to keep the fire going and growing. You will want to place an increasingly larger size piece of wood to your fire. Make sure to give enough time for each size of wood to ignite before adding more wood as to not smother the fire. Continue adding fire wood to achieve the size of fire you desire. Remember to watch your fire wood pile to ensure you have enough wood for your fire.
So, as you can see, make sure you follow these three steps when making your next camp fire.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Camping –3 Do’s and 3 Don’ts for Your Next Camping Trip
Many people are turning to camping as an inexpensive vacation this year. But to ensure you have a fun and enjoyable time, remember these do’s and don’ts.
Do’s
1) Have Fun – Enjoy being with your family and friends spent quality time together. Remember the important things in life and make memories with those you love.
2) Plan your Meals and Snacks Ahead of Time – Planning what you and your campers will eat for each meal and which night will ensure you have enough food for your camping trip. Always pack some canned goods and some peanut butter in case you need some extra food.
3) Use a Checklist – When packing for your camping trip, do use a checklist to make sure you bring all the items you will need. You don’t want to get out camping and find out you forgot the tent, sleeping bags, shoes, warm clothes, or pillows.
Don’ts
1) Don’t forget the bug spray – Nothing will ruin a good time camping faster than getting eaten alive by bugs.
2) Don’t leave your campfire when still hot – It is extremely important to extinguish your campfire properly before you go to bed for the night or leave your campsite.
3) Don’t Litter – Remember to pack you trash out with you. Mom always told you to leave a place better than when you found it. Apply this to your campsite and don’t leave trash, cans, or bottles in the forest.
So, remember to follow these do’s and don’ts to make your next camping trip a fun and enjoyable one.
Do’s
1) Have Fun – Enjoy being with your family and friends spent quality time together. Remember the important things in life and make memories with those you love.
2) Plan your Meals and Snacks Ahead of Time – Planning what you and your campers will eat for each meal and which night will ensure you have enough food for your camping trip. Always pack some canned goods and some peanut butter in case you need some extra food.
3) Use a Checklist – When packing for your camping trip, do use a checklist to make sure you bring all the items you will need. You don’t want to get out camping and find out you forgot the tent, sleeping bags, shoes, warm clothes, or pillows.
Don’ts
1) Don’t forget the bug spray – Nothing will ruin a good time camping faster than getting eaten alive by bugs.
2) Don’t leave your campfire when still hot – It is extremely important to extinguish your campfire properly before you go to bed for the night or leave your campsite.
3) Don’t Litter – Remember to pack you trash out with you. Mom always told you to leave a place better than when you found it. Apply this to your campsite and don’t leave trash, cans, or bottles in the forest.
So, remember to follow these do’s and don’ts to make your next camping trip a fun and enjoyable one.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Camping Stoves – Which Size Camp Stove is Right for You?
Camping stoves make camping not so primitive. Just like home, you can grab a pan, some ingredients, and you can be cooking. You can boil water so everyone can have exactly what they want; coffee, tea, or cocoa. You can use hot water to make soups, do dishes, or even take a hot shower. Camp stoves make camping fun and easy.
But which size camp stove should you buy? There are so many on the market it may be hard to choose. Consider which of the following type of camping you will be doing so you can choose the right size camp stove for your needs.
· Car Camping – If you will be hauling all your camping gear in a car, you will need to determine if you have room for a two or three burner stove or just a single burner. A lot of the propane only stoves are very streamlined and pack very nicely.
· Truck Camping – If you are traveling in a truck with your camping gear you will have more room than someone camping in a car. However this doesn’t necessarily mean you should bring the largest stove you can find. Think about your needs and what all you will be using the stove for. Will you be using three burners all at once? If not, a nice two burner stove maybe sufficient.
· Backpackers – Backpackers will want to use a lightweight, single burner stove specially designed for backpacking. These stove are easy to carry and burn well at any altitude. Most backpackers will use this single stove to make all their meals and hot drinks from while camping.
So, as you can see, depending on the type of camping you will be doing, will help you determine what size camp stove is right for you.
But which size camp stove should you buy? There are so many on the market it may be hard to choose. Consider which of the following type of camping you will be doing so you can choose the right size camp stove for your needs.
· Car Camping – If you will be hauling all your camping gear in a car, you will need to determine if you have room for a two or three burner stove or just a single burner. A lot of the propane only stoves are very streamlined and pack very nicely.
· Truck Camping – If you are traveling in a truck with your camping gear you will have more room than someone camping in a car. However this doesn’t necessarily mean you should bring the largest stove you can find. Think about your needs and what all you will be using the stove for. Will you be using three burners all at once? If not, a nice two burner stove maybe sufficient.
· Backpackers – Backpackers will want to use a lightweight, single burner stove specially designed for backpacking. These stove are easy to carry and burn well at any altitude. Most backpackers will use this single stove to make all their meals and hot drinks from while camping.
So, as you can see, depending on the type of camping you will be doing, will help you determine what size camp stove is right for you.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Camping – 3 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Going Camping
Camping is a great activity to do with friends and family members. It is a great, inexpensive way to take a vacation and spend some quality time with the ones you love and care about. But before you go on your next camping trip, make sure you’re not making one of the following mistakes:
1) Forgetting Something – Many people get in such a hurry when packing that they forget a very important item for their camping trip. Some things that people often forget are their bedroll, pillows, extra-warm clothes, shoes for the kids, and even the tent. So, to help you remember all the necessities it is recommended to have a camping checklist and mark off the items as you pack for your camping trip.
2) Not Enough Food and Water – You don’t want to get into your camping trip and find out that you don’t have enough food or water for the duration of your stay. Planning is very important for meals and snacks. Plan what you will have for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for each day of your camping trip. Remember campers will want snacks and drinks throughout the day. And more important than food is having enough water. You will need enough water for your campers along with water for showers and washing dishes if you are not camping in an area where you can fill your water containers.
3) Not Putting out Campfire Properly and Littering– This is the most important thing you can do as a camper to protect fellow campers and the forest. Make sure your campfire is dead –out. To do this, pour lots of water on the fire and drown all the embers until the hissing sound stops. Now stir the campfire ashes and embers with a shovel and make sure everything is well. Do not leave until they are cold to the touch. Also, make sure you pack out what you pack in. Remove all trash and dispose of properly. When campers leave trash around campsites it leaves a bad impression and makes those who want to keep people out of the forest a reason for their cause.
So, as you can see, use a checklist to ensure you remember all the essentials for camping, plan ahead for enough food and water, and make sure you put your campfire out properly and do not litter. If you avoid these three big mistakes your next camping trip will be more enjoyable and safe.
1) Forgetting Something – Many people get in such a hurry when packing that they forget a very important item for their camping trip. Some things that people often forget are their bedroll, pillows, extra-warm clothes, shoes for the kids, and even the tent. So, to help you remember all the necessities it is recommended to have a camping checklist and mark off the items as you pack for your camping trip.
2) Not Enough Food and Water – You don’t want to get into your camping trip and find out that you don’t have enough food or water for the duration of your stay. Planning is very important for meals and snacks. Plan what you will have for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for each day of your camping trip. Remember campers will want snacks and drinks throughout the day. And more important than food is having enough water. You will need enough water for your campers along with water for showers and washing dishes if you are not camping in an area where you can fill your water containers.
3) Not Putting out Campfire Properly and Littering– This is the most important thing you can do as a camper to protect fellow campers and the forest. Make sure your campfire is dead –out. To do this, pour lots of water on the fire and drown all the embers until the hissing sound stops. Now stir the campfire ashes and embers with a shovel and make sure everything is well. Do not leave until they are cold to the touch. Also, make sure you pack out what you pack in. Remove all trash and dispose of properly. When campers leave trash around campsites it leaves a bad impression and makes those who want to keep people out of the forest a reason for their cause.
So, as you can see, use a checklist to ensure you remember all the essentials for camping, plan ahead for enough food and water, and make sure you put your campfire out properly and do not litter. If you avoid these three big mistakes your next camping trip will be more enjoyable and safe.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Best Tent Camping – 3 Must –Haves for Your Tent When Camping
Tent camping is a very inexpensive way to go camping. And these days everyone is looking for ways to save money. But there are many ways to make your tent more comfortable while camping. Below are the three things you must have for your tent.
1. Tarp – It is recommended that you lay a large tarp down underneath your tent. This will help protect your tent from small rocks and twigs on the ground and keep it cleaner on the bottom. The tarp will also act as a moisture barrier. Make sure the tarp is large enough to have two to three feet of tarp extended out on the ground in front of your tent door. This is a great place to have campers take off their shoes before entering the tent.
2. Air Mattress – An air mattress will give you the most comfortable night sleep in a tent. It will give you extra padding between you and the ground. An air mattress is warmer than sleeping on a camping cot because there is no air underneath you like when on a cot. You can purchase a hand pump or a pump that you can plug into your vehicles cigarette lighter.
3. Battery Powered Lantern – You can bring some light into your tent at night or in the early morning hours with a battery powered lantern. This is a safe way to provide light for your campers without having a fire hazard.
So, as you can see, having a tarp under your tent and an air mattress and battery powered lantern in your tent will make your next camping trip much more comfortable.
1. Tarp – It is recommended that you lay a large tarp down underneath your tent. This will help protect your tent from small rocks and twigs on the ground and keep it cleaner on the bottom. The tarp will also act as a moisture barrier. Make sure the tarp is large enough to have two to three feet of tarp extended out on the ground in front of your tent door. This is a great place to have campers take off their shoes before entering the tent.
2. Air Mattress – An air mattress will give you the most comfortable night sleep in a tent. It will give you extra padding between you and the ground. An air mattress is warmer than sleeping on a camping cot because there is no air underneath you like when on a cot. You can purchase a hand pump or a pump that you can plug into your vehicles cigarette lighter.
3. Battery Powered Lantern – You can bring some light into your tent at night or in the early morning hours with a battery powered lantern. This is a safe way to provide light for your campers without having a fire hazard.
So, as you can see, having a tarp under your tent and an air mattress and battery powered lantern in your tent will make your next camping trip much more comfortable.
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