Camping In Style

A girl can dream can't she. The Opera ! The Opera

Just a friendly reminder that today is the day to begin booking your campsites for the month of Ju ne through Reserve America   The early bird catches the worm for premium sites SEE BEST CAMPSITES SEE CAMPING WITH DOGS SEE LOCATION LOCATION 

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...