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An Awesome Weekend of Camping at Hillsborough River State Park
Our family enjoyed a quiet and relaxing weekend of camping at Hillsborough River State Park located in Thonotosassa, Florida. This well loved state park is located near Tampa, making it a great weekend get-away for central Floridians. Hillsborough River State Park Hillsborough River State Park officially opened in 1938 as one of Florida’s first State Parks. It was a project of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) of the 1930’s. A few of the original buildings and structures can still be found today. The suspension bridge is one such structure that is a prominent feature to the state park. It is l located on the Baynard Trail. Camping Most the of…
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Easy To Make Tropical Granola Mix
Summer is still in full swing in Florida and we a few more camping trips coming up. It’s the perfect time to make a Tropical Granola Mix to snack on. This mix is easy to make and a quick snack to fuel hungry campers. Tropical Granola Mix Recipe 1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil 1/2 Cup Honey 1 Tablespoon Vanilla 1/2 Cup Firmly Packed Brown Sugar 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 7 Cups Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats 1/2 Cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut 1/2 Cup Slivered Almonds 1/3 Cup Dried Chopped Mango 1/2 Cup Dried Chopped Pineapple 1/2 Cup Dried Cherries Preheat the oven to 325º. In a large saucepan, over medium heat, pour the oil,…
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Awesome, But Still Comfortable, Camping Clothing for Women
Finding the perfect clothing options to pack for a weekend of camping can be a pain. You need clothing that will move with you. This guide will help you find the clothes that are functional, yet comfortable for any type of camping you do. Women’s Camping Hat This is my favorite camping, beach, kayaking and hiking hat. I wear it everywhere. It is the perfect hat for women that have longer hair because of the pony tail criss cross slots in the back keep your hair under control. This hat will keep you cool and comfortable while exploring the outdoors. I featured this hat in a previous post, My Favorite…
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Exploring the Famous and Historic Mark Twain Cave
Mark Twain Cave is a national landmark located just outside of historic Hannibal, Missouri. Discovered in 1820 by accident when a man was trying to locate his dog. It became a local attraction of unexplored passageways that sparked the imagination of children and adults. Samuel Clemens, under his pen name Mark Twain made this cave famous when he wrote about it his stories, notably, the book The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Although Mark Twain’s books have come under scrutiny in recent years because of their controversial text, don’t let that stop you from visiting this natural wonder. The cave itself is a mysterious labyrinth of twist and turns ready to…
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Is the Coleman Multi-Panel Lantern Worth the Money?
I finally broke down and bought the Coleman Multi-Panel Lantern that I have been eyeing for a few years now. Father’s Day was the perfect excuse to get it for my husband. Also the scout camping trip he went on with our youngest son was a fantastic way to put it to the test. Pros of the Coleman Lantern This is a very versatile lantern that is perfect for long camping trips. The removable panels are great for small trips in the dark to find the restroom. The panels are basically mini flashlights that the whole camping crew could use. The base on the lantern does stay lit, even when…
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