Cooking Utensils

You will find that preparing meals while camping is a little different than when you are at home. While your are out enjoying the beautiful, natural environment, consider that you will not have the local grocery store close by to get more food or supplies. However, by using a few, easy methods while you are packing, you can have what you and everyone else might want to eat satisfying meals. Meals should be simple, but still flavorful, and easy to clean up after they are over. You will find the most children enjoy eating hot dogs, hamburgers, and other easy foods when they are away from home. Cooking these foods on the grill is very easy and you will be able to serve salads and other foods as side dishes. Bring a cooler so that you will be able to store cold beverages, foods that need to be chilled, and leftovers. Replace the ice every other day or so to keep the foods cold enough. Most campgrounds have ice machines, but you may want to find out ahead of time, to make sure that your particular campground does as well. If you want to serve salads, you should prepare them in advance and bring them with you. This will not only save you time, but will also allow you to use the ingredients that you use often so that you will not have to bring any extra items on the trip. Another way to save time and storage space is to create a chuck box, which can be made of cardboard or plastic. This container will hold all of the campers' plates and utensils, pots, pans, and cooking utensils. This box will keep you organized during the trip and will only has enough room for you to bring essential items. If you will be staying in a cabin, you should find out which equipment will be supplied for you as some cabins already have pots, pans, and plates for those who are camping. Modern cabins may have additional features that you may want to ask the reservations person about as well. The few, simple preparation methods mentioned above, may go a long way to help your campground cooking not only be efficient in saving space and organizing, but also let you have more time to enjoy your meals, within the natural beauty that surrounds your campground. By: Tom Straub Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com Tom Straub is a successful author and webmaster of the Best Safe Camping website featuring online guides on over a dozen camping topics.

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Did you know tailgating has been around for over a hundred years? Many think of tailgating solely as a football pastime since its birth at a college game, although it is still disputed which college game was responsible for its creation. Now tailgating is a nationwide activity and it's not just for football anymore. These days, tailgating parties are taking place at the weekly NASCAR events, at Major League Baseball games, outside concert halls, in high school parking lots before sporting events, and even in people’s driveways and back yards. They’ve become so popular, in fact, they’ve evolved into an American pastime that is right up there with baseball and apple pie. Some say tailgating parties have become so popular because they represent the melting pot America has become. People who may be complete strangers welcome anyone into their tailgating space and share food as they are united by a common interest, even if they’re cheering for opposing teams. Others think tailgating has become a huge phenomenon because in a faster-paced world, there is a greater need to unwind, let loose, and have fun. Either way, tailgating extends the excitement of a sporting event days before and even afterwards. It’s like a neighborhood block party at every sporting event or large outdoor gathering and if you plan to give it a try, you need to be prepared. Tailgating is getting more involved all the time with the development of new products to bring along. That’s why it’s best to keep things simple. After all, your goal is to enjoy yourself, not stress out over preparation. In addition to the food and drinks, you’ll also need a grill, cooking utensils, cooler, plates, napkins, etc. And that’s not to mention the other gear you’ll want to bring with you, like sunscreen, folding chairs, a hat, portable mister or fan, stadium seat cushions, camera, radio, etc. “With so many things to pack up in the car, it’s easy to forget something important, but now there’s a simple solution for those who enjoy tailgating,” says Gustavo Cosaro, owner of Picnic Time, a California company that manufactures and distributes quality picnic baskets, outdoor leisure, and unique gift items. New this summer is what Cosaro calls “the ultimate party cooler and the perfect gift for any tailgater “-- the Buccaneer. Inside a sturdy tote the size of a small duffel bag (with easy-to-carry handles and a padded shoulder strap) is everything you need to take your party on the road: a BBQ grill with lid, a large spatula with a serrated edge, a pair of tongs, a BBQ fork, and a removable, insulated cooler. “All you have to do is fill the cooler with food and drinks, throw in some plates, utensils and condiments, and let the party begin,” says Cosaro. Not sure what to pack? Here are some ideas from the folks at Picnic Time: * Hot Dogs and Hamburgers/Veggie Burgers and Buns * Ketchup, Mustard, Relish * Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, Onions * Sliced Cheese * Red Potato Salad * Coleslaw * Chili * Fresh Fruit Salad * Chips and Dip * Your Favorite Beverages The Buccaneer just hit the market but is already getting rave reviews. It’s sure to be a hot seller this season since this unique item is the only all-in-one tailgater on the market. It was named winner of the 2006 Chicago Choice Awards at the Chicago Gift & Home Market show in January. And that’s not all Picnic Time has for tailgating. Check out their portable, folding picnic table for four or their cushy stadium seat cushions. They also carry great picnic totes, like the Sherwood, complete with plates, glasses, napkins, flatware, and more. The Buccaneer cooler/grill combo retails for between $90 and $110. You can check out Picnic Time’s online catalog at www.picnictime.com. Click on the link that says “find an online retailer” to find out where you can get your own Buccaneer. - ARA By: Nicholas Phillips Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com

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