Part of the healthy aspect of camping is just your time away from the everyday work and responsibilities of life. It provides you with time to let the noise die down in your brain and catch up on time with friends and family. Even if you only spend time reading and staring into the campfire it will help to calm and relax you in a very short time. It might seem like a lot of work to pack for the trip, unpack at the campsite, then pack up to go home but most will say it is overwhelmingly worth it. The benefits you will reap may last you for quite awhile and you’ll go home happier than when you c ..read more

One of the most basic pieces of camping equipment that you’ll see nearly every camper carry with them is a good old standard tarp. Some are old, some are new, some are tattered and torn but nearly every camper you see has at least one packed for their camping trip. Much of the benefit of bringing a tarp with you is that it can be used for just about anything you can imagine. You can lay the tarp underneath your tent to keep moisture from seeping up from the ground. A tarp that has been tossed over top of your tent can keep the rain and dew off. It can be used to to cover your equipment such as ..read more

You probably don’t want to be too strict while you are camping but you probably don’t want to get too far off track either. We’ve seen a trend of people making a real effort to be able to enjoy their traditional camping pleasure foods and incorporating some fresh, healthy options as well. Summer is a perfect time for fruits and vegetables so keeping lots of them cut up and ready to snack on is a good idea. Kids love them and they will be extra hungry when they have been playing outside all day so it will be easy for them to grab and go. Baked sweet potatoes on the grill and seasoned veggies in ..read more

For most of us, a favorite camping meal is that fresh-catch being cooked up on the grill. Cooking fish without drying it out can be tricky, however, so we found some tips to help make yours the best you’ve had so far. Start with a very clean cooking grate on your grill. It will keep the fish from sticking. Preheat the grill on high and scrub it well with a stiff grill brush to get any remnants of food off the grill rack. Be sure to make sure you don’t leave any grill brush bristles behind that could become embedded in your food. Double check that. You’d be surprised how often it happens a ..read more

Sharing meals with friends and family is one of the cornerstones of camping and RVing. There is something about the time spent outdoors that brings people together and when people come together, they bring food. Summer temperatures can increase the risk of foodborne illnesses so extra care should be taken during these times. There are three primary times in which to practice caution with food. We’ll share some guidelines for transporting, preparing, and serving those delicious summer dishes. Transporting Cold food must stay cold. It is recommended that you keep food temperature below 40°F. Use ..read more

We’ve seen some real burger chefs here at the campground and are always impressed with how much care and attention they put into their craft. Grilling the perfect burger requires much more than just dropping a few patties on the grill and cooking them until they are done. We’ll share some tips for achieving burger heaven while you are camping. Start with a clean grill – turn that baby up on high and let it cook off any remaining food particles left from your last meal. Scrape it well but watch out for any grill bristles that might cling to the racks. They can get into your food and be swallowe ..read more

Camping in a tent is a fun and memorable experience for the whole family. Tent camping is good for your sense of adventure as well as being good for spending time with the kids. To make sure your experience is a great one, consider these tent camping tips. Be sure to make use of a rain-fly. It provides rain protection for you and your belongings. A rain-fly is a tarp that covers the top of your tent to shed rain and condensation. Many tent models come equipped with a rain-fly made to cover the doors and windows, allowing them to be opened for air flow while still discouraging water from enteri ..read more

Cooking in foil packs is popular among campers and there are several good reasons why. It’s convenient because you can prepare the meal ahead of time and cook everyone’s individual meal packs when you are ready. You also save your self a lot of dish washing after dinner when everything is cooked in these easy foil packs. There is a broad variety of foods that can be cooked in foil packs, from breakfast to dessert. You can add cubed potatoes, slices of bacon, some tasty bits of onion and wrap it all up for a delicious breakfast. Dinner can be a blend of cubed, ham, sweet potato, and pineapple ..read more

One of the most important areas to maintain in your RV is your tires. They take a lot of wear and tear, are exposed to all kinds of weather, and are what keeps you safe as you travel along the highways. There are a few things you can do to keep your RV tires in tip-top shape. Check the condition of your tires often. Not only the wear on the tires and how the tread looks but also the condition of the rubber. You may find that you still have good tread on a tire but the rubber has weathered and they need to be replaced. Proper alignment is critical if you want your tires to wear evenly. If misal ..read more

We hear it all the time. Our campers mention things they must have in order to be able to sleep, no matter where they are. Some people need to hear the low whirl of a fan near them if they are going to be able to fall asleep. It may have something to do with needing white noise to block out other noises that could keep them awake. Fortunately, it’s easy enough to do these days. There are all types and sizes of fans available to choose from. You no longer need to bring the big, box fan from home. You know the one, it keeps getting knocked over as you bump into it. Today, there are smaller fans ..read more