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Discover the Real Florida at Manatee Springs State Park
Take a step back in time and discover the real Florida wilderness at Manatee Springs State Park, located just outside of Chiefland. This park offers a unique and unforgettable camping experience. Enjoy hiking through forests, swimming in a crystal clear natural springs, canoeing the Swannee River, and maybe spy a manatee relaxing. There’s no shortage of adventure at Manatee Springs State Park. Campsites Our campsite for this camping trip was #43. It was a fantastic location for walking to the spring and close proximity to the bathhouse. It was a little difficult backing into the spot with our camper, but once in, we had plenty of room to camp. Picnic…
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Find the Perfect Gift for the Outdoor Adventurer on Amazon
The perfect gift for the outdoor adventurer can be found on Amazon. For those who love the outdoors, hiking, camping, or just star gazing on a clear night, find the gift they will truly appreciate. And with quick shipping using Amazon Prime. Igloo Tag Along Cooler The Igloo Tag Along cooler is great for those beach trips and picnics in the park. It is just the perfect size for quick trips to the park as well. It is easy to carry with the handy strap and can hold up to 14 cans of your favorite drink. TrailBuddy Hiking Poles The most popular hiking poles on Amazon are by TrailBuddy. They…
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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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Great Halloween Camping Ideas for a Spooky Campsite
October is just around the corner, and Halloween camping season is here. Light up your campsite with spooky outdoor decorations and get in the spirit of fall camping. Halloween is the perfect time to get outdoors and experience the eerie magic of nature and camp under the stars. Outdoor Halloween Decorations Decorate your campsite with these spooky outdoor decorations. Whether you are tent camping in a state park or an RV at your favorite resort, set your campsite up to reflect your love of all things spooky. Skeleton Add a life-sized skeleton to your campsite. Skelly makes a great camping buddy and brings spookiness to your campsite. Ghosts Make your…
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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…
