Camping In Style

After the Summer guests have gone, the smoke has cleared from local fires and before it gets too cold, our daughter and I set up a tent-less room on our deck to stargaze and sleep in the cool evenings. Extra comfy using our indoor linens A sheet to cover during the day Every morning we take a big sheet to cover our bed during the hot day to protect it from leaves or even the dog should he sneak onto the deck and decide to take a nap. So far so good. Bravo sleeps with his ball   She sleeps with a doll GREAT bonding time Yesterday our daughter woke up at 6am, still dark and said "Mom hurry come out the stars are so pretty" I was awake in the house only to rush out, snuggle and star gaze with her. We saw a shooting star and it felt so awesome to share this moment with her. I highly recommend it! Eco Friendly Inexpensive Fun Easy Memorable Doesn't Require Scheduling  

Taking it up a notch with unbreakable dishware.  Great for first night at the campground appetizer plate. Talavera Melamine Platter Anne Taintor Flask, Open Bar   A flask is perfect for camping, instead of bringing large bottles "I Love Not Camping" Paper Cocktail Napkins Though I make cloth napkins, I tend to use paper napkins when camping Click Clack Shake & Serve Unbreakable Shaker   What a great personal shaker that's unbreakable Enjoy our last months of easy camping weather while it last SEE Sisters On The Fly SEE Vintage Camping Coolers SEE Vintage Teardrop Camper

Urban camping on deck a must every August Add a fan to keep warm nights cooler Kid chair for side table Happy dog wanting the ball thrown

I found this post on Aupairs Blog and though I love every bit of it, I would say my style is Glamping light. The rules I would want to change is...... Make 1 or 2 meals because I love to cook, let someone else do the dishes I love making a campfire  Lastly if I'm going outdoors then the kid has to come, Fiji 5 start that's another thing ______________________________ 10 Rules for Glamping Published August 6, 2012 | By admin   Camping isn’t for everyone, but if you love the outdoors and don’t like the idea of “roughing it,” then glamping might be for you.  Glamping is a way to enjoy camping without all of the work, bugs or dirt.  When glamping, no dirty hands are required. If you’re up for a glamorous camping adventure, be sure to follow these 10 rules. Do not make your own food.  When you go glamping you will be treated to gourmet food cooked by a chef.  Depending on the experience, the food could be cooked over an open fire o...

Flying by the seat of my camping shorts on this trip. Last minute non plan. Super easy all around Kid friendly Adult passable meals Little or no cooking  Camping at Scotts Flat in Grass Valley, CA for three nights with two other families on two sites. Bring the small tent, blow up kyak and assorted cloths "whatever!" Don't forget the ball for the dog............. oh dog food too In all the trip went well. In fact I didn't forget anything that someone else didn't have.  Our meal plan was the best, though not gourmet it went over quite well. Meal Plan For 3 Days 1ST NIGHT Pre-made cheese quesadillas to reheat Can of black beans Chips & Salsa Guacamole Margaritas 2ND DAY NIGHT Cereal, yogurt, berries Cheese, crackers, salami, grapes Order OUT 5 Mile house for dinner Red Wine     3RD DAY NIGHT Cereal, yogurt, berries GREAT sandwiches from The Harmony Ridge Market Mack & Cheese, Adelle's pre...

In this awesome town of ours (Nevada City) there are many places that make it the wonderful destination it is. The Outside Inn  issuch a place. Image of Outside Inn Room Porch The motel features unique themed rooms under tall pines and is just a short walk to bookstores, cappuccino, shopping, entertainment and restaurants. Nevada City is located in California's Gold Country and has managed to maintain a lot of its charm and history.   Image of Outside Inn Hotel The hotel staff will set up bike rentals or a kayak lesson, on  flat or moving water and recommend  mountain bike trails. They can also suggest a rafting company to take you down the North Yuba or the South Fork of the American Rivers.  The point I'm making is if your in Nevada City and love the outdoors or want a unique non commercial place to stay check out The Outside Inn . It's AWESOME! Plan ahead and check out Erin's Blogg " Inn...

Sometimes Camping In Style is taking in Squaw Valley activities Overview from Cable Car of Squaw Valley Squaw Valley Cable Car High Camp, see other activities here  Eat, swim, hot tub, tennis, hike, drink, picnic, music, take your dog Adults $29 Children $10 ride all day pass Great hiking a top High Camp We also took in a ropes course at Squaw Valley Adventure Center teaching our 7 yr old how to challenge herself. She did great! Our daughter on ladder to hook onto swing   What a great time to be had A few links I would check out if your going to Squaw Valley, CA  Adventure Center High Camp Miniature Golf Bike Rental Events Calendar Village Map Happy Hour / M-F a great way to save $ Plump Jacks also great Sunday Brunch Rocker very kid friendly with GREAT outdoor setting Also Yummy Sushi @ Mamasake  Fireside Pizza   22 Bistro more dinning  

Rock Art: Draw a line or spiral with a long stick and ask them to collect rocks and pine cones and place on the line in a pattern. Show them a picture of “The spiral Jetty” by Robert Smithson Camp Kitchen: Collect cooking gear from the thrift store, see if you can find items on small scale, find a flat rock, log or camp bench and draw in chalk a stove top (two circles with an “X”) Fill a pitcher of water and tell them to go to town making mud pies and cooking them. (keep mud away from where people walk) Rock & Stick Art: Hunt for sticks and rocks then paint with washable tempera. Pine Cone Critters: Glue small rocks, sticks onto pine cones to make different figures. Tacky glue works best.   Hide & Seek and old stand by Bug Hunt with a bug jar Hopscotch: Use a long sticks to make squares in dirt & small rocks to throw Beading: $1 store good for this, I like using a tray or baking sheet to contain everything Journal:...

Sugarboo Farms is the perfect place to stay in beautiful scenic Blairsville, GA.  Rick and Rebecca "The artist of Sugarboo Designs Rebecca Puig and her husband Rick, who is a long time home builder, had an idea of creating a beautiful getaway for friends and family called Sugarboo Farms"  The farm is a relaxing mountain atmosphere to get away from the everyday stresses of life. Set on 20 acres in the North Georgia Mountains, guests will find plenty of space and privacy to enjoy with their groups.  Sugarboo Farms specializes in hosting groups and is ideal for corporate retreats, small company events, club gatherings, birthday parties, weddings, reunions, and ideal for a weekend retreat.  The facility is within miles of trails for hiking and biking, along with an on site organic farm with animals as well as local activities such as boating, fishing, and golfing.  The farm is extremely private and can accommo...

Sisters on the Fly , Caravans, Campfires and Tales from the Road Sisters On The Fly , written by Irene Rawlings, introduces readers to the fabulous network of sisters who have bonded over vintage camping trailers, martinis, fishing and good ol’ sisterhood.  The book includes fabulous photos, recipes, suggestions for renovating a trailer and more.   Currently for sale at J.J. Jackson’s in downtown Nevada City, it’s a great gift idea for anyone who loves camping and wants to get inspired by this growing group of sisters.   The best advice on decorating your trailer, “My sister, Maurrie, and I have a pretty simple rule,” says Becky.  “Hook your trailer up and take it for a ride. Everything that ends up on the floor is too much.”  If you’ve got a “Calamity Jane, Mustang Sally, Rhinestone Cowgirl, Whisky Rose” named trailer, you’ll feel right at home with your Sisters on the Fly. Book review by Erin Thiem @ OutsideInn Do che...

In my 20's the drink de jour was any beer someone brought or a Bacardi and coke In my 30's it was a Belvedere Martini, two olives, dry, up In my 40's drinking it's a glass of wine with an occasional cocktail or micro brew When I plan group camp trips I often make the first night "Happy Hour" at our site and ask my fellow campers to bring an appetizer. This is a great way to break in the weekend as well as an easy dinner for everyone who just set up camp and doesn't feel like cooking a full meal. BAR TOOLS TO HELP WITH  HAPPY HOUR AT THE CAMPGROUND Waiter Bottle Opener This type of opener is great and compact. It can cut the cap off of a wine bottle as well as open it and opens bottled beer and other beverages as well. Beverage Factory.com   Williams Sanoma   Cocktail Shaker Flip Top Shaker Stainless Steel Shakers  Plastic Shaker Blenders Are we making margaritas blended? If that...