There is nothing that suits fall more than a warm, hearty bowl of soup. If you are out camping, then that chill in the air will pretty much force you to reach for soups that will keep you both full and warm. There are a lot of recipes to choose from, but even in a…
You’ve just returned home from a great camping trip, hopefully here at Maple Lakes, and it’s time to unload the RV. This is a good time to get your RV ready for its next trip. There are several things you can do when setting up for your next RV adventure which are listed below. The…
More and more campers are enjoying vacation time with their pets and we think that’s a wonderful idea. The campground can be a little intimidating for shy pets and those that are new to camping so we are sharing some tips to make it a wonderful experience for everyone. Keep Them With You – Your…
Your crockpot can be a real time saver when you’re camping. You can easily make a whole meal ahead of time and then just turn on your crockpot and go enjoy your family while it cooks. It also reduces the dishes you’ll need to wash and that always makes campers happy. Image Source: Family Fresh…
There are lots of obvious things to add to your packing list and they will take care of most situations. There are a couple of things you may tend to forget so we want to offer a reminder to you. Scissors – These will come in handy in so many ways. You’ll be cutting tags…
It seems that seafood is frequently intimidating to many backyard barbecue chefs. Fish can be delicate and sometimes hard to maneuver without the fear of a mishap. Smaller seafood such as scallops or shrimp can often fall throughout the grates into the fire or can easily be overcooked. However, once you understand a few secrets…
Learning how to work with a compass is an old school thing that can be fun to teach a kid. This is because simple, basic, compass learning may help a kid navigate their way during a hike or even when they are on a road trip. Basic compass concepts can certainly help in a variety…
A big part of what we love about camping is the time spent outdoors and nighttime stargazing. There is just something special about being able to sit outside by the campfire and stare up at the constellations. It often begs the question why we don’t do more of it when we are home but the…
If you’re living out of your RV or into Rving, you’ve likely encountered ants at some point of time or another. You’re not alone. Ants seem to enjoy traveling just about as much as we humans do. These steps will help you to get rid of the pesky critters in your RV. Start by cleaning…
If you’re out camping, you may wish to consider some easy to use dry rub recipes for grilling your meats. Here are 4 easy to make dry rubs to get you started. Garlic Herb 1 teaspoon garlic granules 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Blend together well and massage into both…