Camping S’mores

Camping Smores

Creative Camping S’mores No campfire food has the same nostalgia of a classic, sticky finger s’more. It’s requested by kids and adults alike every time we camp.  The name itself explains why it’s hard to only eat one. While we love the classic version there are tons of fun variations on this favorite treat. If … Read more

Cabin Camping in Texas and Oklahoma

CCC Historic Cabins at Bastrop State Park

Cabin Camping in Texas When the weather gets too hot for outdoor activities in the south, staying in a cabin lets us get outside and provides a cool space to relax so we’re ready to do it again the next day! We’ve stayed several nights in various cabins and yurts around Texas and southern Oklahoma. … Read more

Camping Cots for Kids

Disc-o-bed kid-o-bunk assembled with blanket

Camping Cots for Kids: Disc-O-Bed Cots Review Disc-O-Bed cots are an easy camping cot set up for kids (or adults) that helps save space in the tent, trailer, or even at home! We have been using the Disc-O-Bed XL cots for about 3 years now…we got them right about the time we added a second … Read more

Beach Camping Essentials

Beach Camping Essentials: Family Beach Camping Tips and Tricks Camping on the beach can be an absolutely magical or a downright tortuous affair (sometimes both!) On the one hand, you get sunsets and sunrises with unobstructed views, hours upon hours of sand play or splashing in the waves, evening walks to explore and find shells. … Read more

Planning a Camping Road Trip

Planning a Camping Road Trip for Families Since having kids, we have almost always lived 15+ hours away from both of our families, meaning that we have gone on many long road trips to visit grandparents. In the beginning, we started camping on road trips to save money. Even though our income now allows for … Read more

DIY Fire Starter Ideas

DIY Fire Starters Kids Can Make Everyone loves having outdoor fires with kids, but sometimes starting them takes time and patience that you don’t have. Luckily, fire starters to the rescue, and as a bonus it’s really fun to get the kids involved by participating in making their own fire starters! The basic principle here … Read more