News & Tips

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Astronomy Basics

A spectacular night under the cover of darkness can be inspiring. Get away for the lights of town and look to the sky. You’ll be amazed at what you can see with the naked eye. Use binoculars to open…
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Camping At High Altitude

Preparing for a mountain camping trip, even in summer, requires careful consideration. Afternoon squalls are common in the Rocky Mountains as well as in the Sierra Nevada, and can bring rain, hail,…
Brine ingredients, garlic, brown sugar, salt
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How To Make a Basic Brine Recipe for Game Birds

Turkeys, pheasant and other uplands birds are delicious, but, because they're much leaner than store-bought or domestic poultry, these game birds require special handling. Whichever cooking method…
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5 State Parks Offering Unique Action & Adventure

Travelers typically visit national parks like the Grand Canyon, Yosemite and the Great Smoky Mountains for the majestic scenery and rustic experience. But trips to these popular outdoor destinations…
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Coconut Fried Bluegill and Camping Coleslaw

Prep Time: 15 minutes  Cook Time: 5-10 minutes  Servings: 6 INGREDIENTS 1 lb bluegill or other panfish fillets   Seasoned Flour:     - 1 cup…
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Tips on Camping With Kids

Things change when kids come into your world, and camping is no different. It is no longer beer, backpacks and beans; now it is sippy cups, SPF 50 and s'mores. All for good reason. You are going to…
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Trucker's Hitch Knot

The Trucker's Hitch is a system of knots that gives you leverage to take up slack. It is a good knot for securing things to your car and should always be used with synthetic rope of appropriate size…
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Backcountry Camping Guide

Taking your camping excursion off the beaten path is a wonderful way to explore the beauty of nature and find peace and solitude in the remote outdoors. If you are ready to bypass the crowds and…
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Creative Twists On S'Mores

No camping trip is complete without the number-one camping dessert: s'mores. You know the drill: Layer a graham cracker with chocolate squares and toasted marshmallow and top with another graham…
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Cast Iron Corned Venison With Fried Eggs

Prep Time: 20 minutes       Cook Time: 15 minutes  Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS 3 tbs butter 2 1/2 cups potatoes, small dice 3/4 cup onion, finely…
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4 Fun Camping Activities

Camping is one of our great pastimes, but after you have arrived at your campground and set up your campsite, you might find yourself thinking of ways to pass the time. Here are five camp-friendly…
Use your Dutch Oven to pizza when camping
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Dutch Oven Pizza

Pizza in a Dutch oven? Yes! And easier than you may think. Making a Dutch oven into a pizza oven is simple, just add lots of top heat.   INGREDIENTS 1 par-baked pizza crust (Freschetta,…