Author: Rob

Blackened Trout on a Campfire

One of our family’s favorite recipes is blackened fish.   Here is a way to cook Cajun style trout while camping.   Cover the trout generously with your favorite Cajun seasoning and wrap it in bacon.  The bacon will keep the fish…

Camping Dishwasher

When we camp, we try not to burn through a lot of paper plate and cups.   For most breakfast and dinner meals we use permanent dishes and cups.  Since we already have to wash pots and pans, it is really…

Look Mom, No Pedals!

Balance bikes are a fantastic way to help children develop their balance and coordination, making it easier for them to transition to a traditional pedal bike when they’re ready. So what exactly is a balance bike? It’s a bike without…

Boys’ Life – July 1913 Edition

Check out this issue of Boys’ Life from 1913.   All I can say is “wow.” Boys used to actually read.  There are articles on shooting on swimming, shooting an air rifle, trek cart camping and more. But the best thing…