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Piña Colada Cake in a Dutch Oven
On our latest camping trip, Tomoka State Park, we made Piña Colada Cake in a Dutch oven. It was a snap to make and tasted so good after a day at the beach. Ingredients for Piña Colada Cake Box of Angel Food Cake Mix Can of Crushed Pineapple Tub of Whipped Topping 1/2 Cup of Shredded Coconut Maraschino Cherries for garnish (optional) These are simple ingredients that pack fairly well on a camping trip. Make sure the whipped topping is unfrozen before using. Directions Before prepping your cake, make sure to have your briquettes ready. You will need approximately 21 briquettes. Fourteen will go on the top lid and seven…
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A Weekend Camping Trip To Tomoka State Park, Florida
Take a step back in time and enjoy a weekend of camping at the Tomoka State Park, Florida. A timeless park full of history, and scenic settings to relax in. Brief History Tomoka became a state park in 1945, but it has a vast history of welcoming visitors. Be sure to visit the Tomoka Point and explore what use to be the site of the Timucuam Native American Village, Nocoroco. The village dates back to at least 1300 years ago. This was a thriving village until the devastation of European diseases decimated the Native American population. Several plantations were also established in this area, most notably that of Richard Oswald.…
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Awesome Camping Bedding for the Home or RV
Find the perfect type of bedding for your camper, RV or home that reflects your passion for camping. Glamper Sheets These adorable sheets would be perfect for any glamper. Whether for the home or in the camper they are sure to put you in a camping frame of mind. You can find the sheets here. Short Queen Size Sheets Our mattress in our Jayco camper is a short queen. Finding sheets to fit it is difficult. Try the sheets above for a more perfect fit. You can find them here. Road Trip Sheets Put a little bit of fun in your camper or RV with these cozy sheets. You can…
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Must Have Gear for the Bigfoot Enthusiast
Whether you believe in the legend of Bigfoot or a skeptic you can still capture the magic of the unknown with some awesome gear. The Legend of Bigfoot The legend of Bigfoot is echoed all over the world through oral tales and written accounts. The cryptid goes by many names from Sasquatch, Wendigo, Yeti and Yowie. Florida even has its own legend of the Skunk Ape. All are about a large wild creature with human features, covered in hair that roams the wilderness. Depending on the story you read the creature can be viewed as a malicious monster that terrorizes campers to a protector of the forest or a harbinger…
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How to Find and Reserve a Campsite
Finding a campsite in can be frustrating, especially trying to book a favorite state park. As popularity of camping increases, finding a campground with vacancies is becoming a challenge. With a bit of planning and sometimes a quick internet connection you can find the perfect campsite to reserve. National Park Campgrounds National Park campgrounds, including national forest campgrounds can be a little bit more rustic than some campers are use to. Sometimes you are lucky to get just the basics of water and a restroom, but others like Salt Springs have full hookups. Tent camping may also be the only type of camping available. It just depends on where you…
