Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities
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Must-Have Gear to Pack for Sea Base High Adventure
Knowing what to pack for Sea Base High Adventure is going to depend on the adventure your scouts choose to undertake. I’ll give you a list of the basic must-have gear needed to prepare for Sea Base. Sea Base is one of the four High Adventures offered to scouts, with 18 unique programs incorporating sailing, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and camping. Locations for Sea Base are located in the beautiful waters of Key West, the US Virgin Islands, and the Bahamas. Scouts choose the adventure most suited to their troop. Spots fill up almost a year in advance, so if your troop, crew, or explorers are interested, visit Sea Base…
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Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake in a Dutch Oven
Elevate your typical camping desserts with the indulgence of cheesecake, but with the convenience of a dump cake recipe made in a Dutch oven. Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake made in a Dutch oven is an easy dessert that will be the highlight of your camping trip or backyard get together. Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake Prepare 21 briquettes, 14 for the top lid and 7 below the Dutch Oven. In a well-seasoned Dutch oven or using a greased Dutch oven liner, pour the two cans of cherry pie filling. In a large bowl, dump the cake mix and melted butter together, mix together until it becomes a crumbly mixture. Spoon the…
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Best Sites to View Manatees in Florida
Have you ever dreamed of encountering the gentle giants of the sea? Prepare to be enchanted as we embark on a journey to explore Florida’s mesmerizing world of manatees. From the crystal clear waters of Crystal River to the mangrove-lined shores of Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, we will guide you to the best locations for spotting these magnificent creatures up close. Get ready to witness the magic of manatees and learn how you can help protect these incredible animals. Let’s dive in and discover the beauty of these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Crystal River – The Manatee Capital of the World Crystal River is known as the…
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Candy Cane Gingerbread in a Dutch Oven
Make Christmas memories around the campfire or backyard fire pit with your family, making Candy Cane Gingerbread in the Dutch Oven. This simple, family-friendly dessert will bring the whole family together. Candy Cane Gingerbread Recipe Pour the cake mix directly into a well-seasoned Dutch oven or an oiled Dutch oven liner. Next, pour only about half of the can of ginger ale. Mix well until everything is blended. Place 7 briquettes on the bottom of the Dutch oven and 14 on the top lid to reach a temperature of 350º. Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until done. Baking times will vary. Let cool before frosting and topping with crushed…
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Finding the Right Trail at the Maquoketa Caves State Park
We spent a day at Maquoketa Caves in Maquoketa, Iowa finding the right trail to take us to some amazing caves to explore. This state park is one of the most popular in Iowa for a good reason. It is a breathtakingly beautiful place to have a mini adventure that the whole family will love. Maquoketa Caves State Park The Maquoketa Caves State Park is one the oldest parks in Iowa after its establishment in 1933. It has a history as a place to seek refuge and outdoor entertainment. It still is a popular place for families to explore together. There are 13 caves to find in the park along…
