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sarah potts
I am an editor for a fantastic food/recipe site called http://Recipe4Living.com and MyHealthInsider. com where I write many articles on how to host parties and fitness. © 2007 Ampere Media LLC, All Rights Reserved http://Recipe4Living.com features more than 11,000 user submitted recipes, ideas and recipes from Wolfgang Puck, reference guides, healthy living advice, tips for kids, and much more. All of the recipes mentioned in this article can be found at http://www.recipe4living.com. 
By sarah potts
Published on 05/14/2007
 
Planning fun outdoor activities with your family can sometimes be boring and repetitive. Most families take the easy route and just plan a picnic or take their children to a park. This summer, come up with something more creative like a weekend camping trip. Not only is this great quality time to spend with one another but your family can have some amazing memories that will last their whole lives.
Take Your Family Camping

Planning fun outdoor activities with your family can sometimes be boring and repetitive. Most families take the easy route and just plan a picnic or take their children to a park. This summer, come up with something more creative like a weekend camping trip. Not only is this great quality time to spend with one another but your family can have some amazing memories that will last their whole lives.

Plan a little getaway with your family into the woods for a camping trip filled with fun outdoor activities and delicious fireside recipes.

If you are new to this camping idea here are some great websites you can visit to find what types of campgrounds and locations that are near you.

National Park Service
Recreation.gov
Family Camping Gear
About.com Camping

You might need to do some more research on what items you will need on your trip but this will at least get you started.

GORP
Camping Ideas
Family Camping Gear


Below are some great recipes, tips and ideas to think about when planning and packing up for a weekend of camping with the kids.

NOTE: I want to make a mention before I start giving you recipe ideas that most of these recipes are directed towards someone who is cooking in the kitchen. When taking notes on these recipes just remember you can easily make these on a grill that is placed on top of hot coals or a small fire. Don’t forget to bring some hotdogs and brats!

Breakfast
Awesome Breakfast Burritos
Pepperoni and Cheese Breakfast Burritos
Scrambled Egg Burritos
Breakfast Burritos
All-in-One Breakfast Burrito


Main Course
The easiest choice for this meal is Tinfoil Dinners. Just bring along your favorite ingredients and let it sizzle on the fire.
Perfect for camping in the wilderness or a bonfire in the backyard, these dinners are a backpacker\'s favorite.  This is a great meal for campers because you can put anything inside the tinfoil to cook. Feel free to substitute you favorite ingredients (canned or fresh).
 
Ingredients

Butter
1 large steak, any cheap cut will do (tofu is also great for vegetarians)
1 large piece tinfoil (use 1 piece per person, so adjust accordingly)
1 onion, chopped
1 can of potatoes, cut up (or fresh)
1 can of mushrooms, cut up (or fresh)
1 can of peas, drained
Shredded cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Celery salt (optional)
Tabasco sauce (optional)

Directions

Lay tinfoil flat and coat non-shiny side with thin layer of butter to prevent burning. Place meat/tofu in the middle of the foil and pile cut up veggies on and around the center. Sprinkle cheese on top. Fold tinfoil carefully and be careful not to rip. If you have access to a grill, just stick it on. If you have access to a campfire, make sure you have strong, hot coals and rest on grate above or in the coals themselves. Leave in for 15-30 minutes depending on the fire, but check on meat periodically. Open and enjoy!

Beef
Cheddar Bacon Hamburgers
Saucy Hamburgers

Chicken
Grilled Chicken Strips
Mesquite-Grilled Chicken
Marinated Char-Grilled Chicken Breast

Snacks
Trail Mix

Sides
Mediterranean Grilled Veggie Pockets
Grilled Veggie Kabobs
Grilled Skewered Vegetables
Grilled Corn With Herb Butter
Basted Grilled Vegetables
Grilled Vegetable Medley Packets
Best-Ever Corn on the Cob
Texas Barbecued Beef and Beans
Baked Beans
Beefy Baked Beans

Rubs
Dry Rub for Barbecue
Barbeque Rub
Grilled Turkey Rub
Pepper Herb Grilling Rub

Sauces
BBQ Sauce
Italian-Style Marinade
Steak Marinade
Grilling Sauce


The best dessert that is associated with Camping is smores. This delicious dessert is really easy and so delicious.

Ingredients

Graham Crackers
Hershey Milk Chocolate Candy Bars
Big Marshmallows
Peanut Butter (optional)

Directions

Give each family member two graham cracker rectangle sheets. If you are using peanut butter, have them spread one of the sheets with peanut butter and then place the chocolate bar on top. Have them set this down on a paper plate. Now give each family member 1-2 marshmallows and have them roast in the fire. After done, place the marshmallows inside the “chocolate sandwich” and close. Enjoy!  
Make sure to pack the cameras and insect repellant. Have a safe and wonderful family camping trip!