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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…
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Is a Log Splitter Worth the Investment?
I did a lot of research before buying my husband a log splitter for his birthday. I didn’t know if it would be worth the cost. They can be expensive. I also didn’t know how much he would actually use it. After reading many reviews I decided on the Kindling Cracker XL for several reasons, safety and ease of use. After one camping trip I found out the answer if this was a worthwhile investment. For us the the answer is YES! The one I purchased was simple to use and saved time when starting the campfire. But the most important factor is the safety of using it versus the…
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Hurricane Tax Free Days in Florida
The official hurricane season in Florida starts June 1st. Get your supplies, tax free May 28th – June 6th, 2021. This is great time to stock up on supplies that can double as emergency supplies, and are also great for camping. For a complete list of the Disaster Preparedness 2021 Sales Tax Holiday eligibility list in Florida click here. There are price caps on certain items. Generators Generators become very popular and scarce during an approaching hurricane. If you have the room buy one early while it is in stock and tax free. Generators are tax free up to $1,000. The DuroMax pictured above has good reviews for dependability and…
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Stuffed Red Peppers in a Dutch Oven
I made Mexican Stuffed Red Peppers in my Dutch Oven the other night for dinner. I have seen several versions of this recipe on Pinterest. I gave my version a try in my Dutch Oven. They turned out beautifully and were full of flavor. Stuffed Red Pepper Recipe Begin by cooking the ground turkey or beef until done. Add your favorite taco seasoning according to the package directions. Set aside. Cook the rice according to the directions on the box. In a large bowl, combine the meat, cooked rice, corn, and beans ( that have been drained and rinsed). Mix. Next, add the jar of salsa and 1 cup of…
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My Favorite Camping Items Found on Etsy
My sister gifted me an Etsy gift card for my birthday, an awesome gift from an awesome sister. I went a bit crazy buying and finding so many camping items. If you are unfamiliar with Etsy it is an online store that sells vintage, handmade and craft items. It is made up of small businesses, each selling their own unique style of merchandise. I found so many cool and unique items on Etsy that are perfect for my amateur camping lifestyle. Here are a few of my favorite camping items that I found on Etsy. Pony Tail Hat I wore this hat constantly on our last camping trip to Silver…
