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David's Camping Blog June 2009 Archive

By David Sweet, About.com Guide to Camping

Community Gallery - What's New

Tuesday June 30, 2009
Quetico Wilderness, Canada (3 of 3)"This photo was taken in Quetico Provincial Park in Canada. It was part of a seven day canoe trip through the Quetico Wilderness." ~ Tim More ... Read More

Scouts Sloppy Joes

Monday June 29, 2009
Camping Recipe of the WeekA quick and easy hot sandwich. Scouts Sloppy Joes - submitted by Babs:"This recipe is great with pork and beans (hot or cold) and chips, sitting ... Read More

Who Did You First Go Camping With?

Friday June 26, 2009
Want to be a hero? Take someone camping for the first time. The excitement of that first campout will create memories that will last a lifetime. I remember the first ... Read More

Camping in Florida: I-4 Exit 55

Thursday June 25, 2009
This week's edition of Dawn Henthorn's Camping In Florida series features I-4 Exit 55, which is "not far from Disney World where you'll find two campgrounds — Fort Summit KOA ... Read More

Campground Reviews - What's New

Wednesday June 24, 2009
Here are the most recent campground reviews submitted by fellow campers. Click on a campground name to read the full review. Allentown KOANew Tripoli, PA "I would certainly consider staying here ... Read More

Community Gallery - What's New

Tuesday June 23, 2009
West Thompson Lake, North Grosvenordale, Connecticut"This is our site at West Thompson Lake. I just love this place. My children 14 and 5 as well as my wife can't wait ... Read More

Fried Apple Pie

Monday June 22, 2009
Camping Recipe of the WeekA quick and easy dessert. Fried Apple Pie - submitted by Tim Burke:"This is about as good as it gets while RV camping or at home. ... Read More

Camground Rates: How Much Is Too Much?

Friday June 19, 2009
Same old, same old. Summer is here and the price of gas is on the rise. The economy is bad, yet the prices of travel related products and services keep ... Read More

Camping In Florida's State Parks

Thursday June 18, 2009
This week's edition of Dawn Henthorn's Camping In Florida series features Florida's State Parks. Dawn says: "Florida's State Parks do offer a quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of ... Read More

Campground Reviews - What's New

Wednesday June 17, 2009
Here are the most recent campground reviews submitted by fellow campers. Click on a campground name to read the full review. Black Forest CampgroundCedar Mountain, NC "Very rude ..." Des Moines West ... Read More

Community Gallery - What's New

Tuesday June 16, 2009
Broken Arrow Wilderness, Fullerton, Nebraska"I found out about this campground through friends, and I RV camped there in May 2009. It was formerly Pawnee Indian grounds." ~ Don More campground photosSubmit ... Read More

Eggs in an Orange

Monday June 15, 2009
Camping Recipe of the WeekQuick and easy. Eggs in an Orange - submitted by Roxie:"With this simple recipe, you have your serving of eggs and fruit. It gives an orange ... Read More

How Far Did You Travel?

Friday June 12, 2009
Every September I head to Ocracoke Island, which is on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. It's about 700 miles from home. The campground is located just over the sand ... Read More

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

Thursday June 11, 2009
Dawn Henthorn, guide to Florida Travel, says: "If you crave a natural setting and rustic charm, but still want to visit the most magical place on Earth, Fort Wilderness is the ... Read More

Camping Gadgets - Tarp Clips

Thursday June 11, 2009
How many times have the grommets in your tarp torn out while the rest of the tarp was still good? Too many, right? Well, there's a simple solution: tarp clips. ... Read More

Campground Reviews - What's New

Wednesday June 10, 2009
Here are the most recent campground reviews submitted by fellow campers. Click on a campground name to read the full review. Adventure Bound Camping ResortCape Mat Courthouse, NJ "I would not ... Read More

Community Gallery - What's New

Tuesday June 9, 2009
Goose Island State Park, Rockport, Texas"Photo of a beach front site in the park." ~ Andrea More campground photosSubmit a photo(photo courtesy Andrea)

Camp Food Favorites

Monday June 8, 2009
Not sure what food to pack for your next camping trip? Are your kids picky eaters? Looking for something quick and easy to prepare on the grill? Here are some ... Read More

Camping In Florida

Friday June 5, 2009
Dawn Henthorn, About's guide to Florida Travel, is sending out a series of newsletter articles every Thursday this summer called "Camping In Florida." These articles will highlight camping destinations ... Read More

Do You Take A Cell Phone When Camping?

Thursday June 4, 2009
Camping is all about being prepared. I can think of no better device to have for emergencies than your cell phone, but is it really a necessity? We all know ... Read More

Campground Reviews - What's New

Wednesday June 3, 2009
Here are the most recent campground reviews submitted by fellow campers. Click on a campground name to read the full review. Apache Family CampgroundMyrtle Beach, SC "Apache Family Campground is unacceptable." Broken ... Read More

Community Gallery - What's New

Tuesday June 2, 2009
Brookside, Alabama"Photo of night scene from the campground at Brookside, Alabama." ~ Staci More campground photosSubmit a photo(photo courtesy Staci)

Stolen Creole Dinner

Monday June 1, 2009
Camping Recipe of the WeekHere's a one pot meal that will feed a crowd. Stolen Creole Dinner - submitted by theman:"I got this recipe from a gent that I had ... Read More
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