A blog about exploring, camping, and eating adventures in the great outdoors!




Regardless of where you pull up your chair to the campfire, the smoke will drift your way! Hard woods such as oak, hickory, and ash burn steady and slow and without a lot of smoke, making them great choices for a relaxing fire. Soft woods, like cottonwood or pine, burn quickly and produce more smoke…

If you want a quick and hot meal for lunch or dinner, cooking up some personal pizzas in the air fryer is the way to go. It is amazing how quickly these come together! They are delicious, and everyone can build their own to their liking. Whether you use beef or sausage, pepperoni or all…

Woolly Hollow State Park near Greenbrier, Arkansas is a natural oasis located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The park offers a variety of outdoor recreation activities such as camping, hiking, biking, and swimming. With its crystal-clear Lake Bennett and lush forests, Woolly Hollow State Park is an ideal destination for those looking for…

Located in western Colorado, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the United States. With its sheer cliffs and narrow canyon, this park offers breathtaking views and plenty of activities to explore. From scenic drives to camping, hiking, fishing and more, Black Canyon of the Gunnison…
Add a little smoke flavor the easy way! It probably comes as no surprise that we are fans of a little smoke flavor in most of our foods. Now, we could certainly run out and buy a mini-smoker to carry around with us and believe me, the thought is there. But, for now, we use…

This is a delicious and fresh camp meal. Eggs and fresh vegetables in the crisp morning air make a great start to the day. Consider visiting a local farmers’ market to pick up the freshest ingredients and use left over baked potatoes and ham to use it up. As a time-saver, the vegetables and ham…

Experience the Black Hills like never before with a ride on the 1880 Train. This historic steam engine has been lovingly restored to its original condition and is ready to take passengers on a journey through the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. The train cars are filled with the fresh air and stunning views…

Willow Creek State Recreation Area is a hidden gem of relaxation on the plains in Northeast Nebraska. The park covers over 1,600 acres of wooded grounds that surround a 700 acre lake. The mature cottonwood and oak trees make for a comfortable retreat by shadowing more than 160 spacious campsites. Many of the sites are…

This is a great side dish for beef or pork or anytime you just want some corn with a lot of flavor. We usually cook this in the crockpot and let it go while we are out and about for the afternoon, but you could certainly prepare it in the oven, as well. The onion…