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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…
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Cherry Pandowdy in a Dutch Oven
A pandowdy is a deep-dish fruit dessert covered with a sweet crust. It is typically made with apples, but any fruit will work. It is basically a messy (dowdy) pie, made with only a top layer of crust. Making this dessert an easy camping recipe to satisfy any sweet tooth on your next camping adventure. Cherry Pandowdy Recipe Pour both cans of cherry pie filling directly into a well-seasoned Dutch Oven or a greased Dutch Oven liner. Place the pie crust any way you want on top of the cherry pie filling. Melt 1/4 cup of butter and brush the top of the crust with the melted butter. Sprinkle with…
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A Memorable Weekend at Big Lagoon State Park
Have a memorable weekend at Big Lagoon State Park, Pensacola, Florida, and explore the 704 acres of natural beauty that make up the park. This beautiful park is perfect for those looking for a quiet campground near Perdido Key and the white sandy beaches along the Gulf of Mexico. Campsites The campsites at Big Lagoon were spacious for our little camper but might be a tight squeeze for others. We had plenty of room at site #69 and a quiet neighbor that we didn’t notice until the day we left. All campsites come with a picnic table, fire ring, water and electric. Sewer hookups did not seem to be available,…
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Find the Perfect Gift for the Outdoorsman
Finding a gift for that man in your life can be frustrating. If you have run out of ideas, let this list of gift ideas help guide you in finding the perfect gift for an outdoorsman. From avid hikers to camping enthusiasts, this gift guide has got you covered. Mystery Tackle Box The Catch Company Mystery Tackle Box is a perfect gift for amateur anglers to seasoned pros. This box is sure to be a great surprise with exclusive fishing lures for the most popular types of freshwater fishing. TrailBuddy Trekking Poles Trailbuddy Trekking Poles are one of the most popular hiking poles available for good reason. They are lightweight,…
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Unique Gifts for the Outdoor Loving Mom
Celebrate mom this year with a Mother’s Day gift that reflects her love of outdoor adventures. Find a unique gift that is as special as she is and lets her know how amazing she is every day of every year. S’more Roaster Gift Box This unique s’more roaster gift box by Savona Woodworks comes with everything your mom will need to enjoy s’mores anywhere she wants. The accompanying wooden box can be personalized to make it more special. Camping Fan For the mom who likes a cool breeze while sleeping under the stars in the tent, this is the fan for her. The Dowilldo Camping Fan will also charge her…
