DIY Storage Shelves, Desk, and Overhead Loft – Camping Gear Storage
Things have been quiet on the blog as I have been trying to be a better graduate student and work on my research so I can graduate this May! Please …
Trip Report: Lake Mineral Wells State Park
First and foremost, please thank a Veteran and members of our military today. My husband is a Veteran of the US Navy and served overseas after the attacks on 9/11. …
Green Chile Chicken and Spinach Enchiladas in a Dutch Oven
I want to be the kind of Mom one day that has kids who tell their friends about the food I make at home. Actually, I want them to to …
Guest Post: Champurrado – A Mexican, hot chocolate drink for camping or at home!
This recipe and guest post is from my great friend, Val. She is a Momma, student, wife, and all-around go-getter. She values the outdoors and spoils her family with delicious …
Trip Report: Cedar Hill State Park
When you are camping at Cedar Hill State Park you are right in the middle of the city, but surrounded by nature! This park is the perfect getaway for your …
ENO DoubleNest Hammock and SlapStrap PRO Review
We received an ENO DoubleNest Hammock and the SlapStrap PRO straps as a wedding gift from a friend that works for the state parks! I have never been more excited …
Trip Report: Dinosaur Valley State Park
Who isn’t fascinated by dinosaurs? Have you ever thought about how big they actually were? Have you ever wanted to see evidence of their existence? I’m a science nerd, so …
Trip Report: Ray Roberts Lake State Park
Ray Roberts SP is about 45 minutes to 1 hour north of Dallas and Fort Worth and offers lots to do during a camping trip or a day visit. There’s …
What NTKO has done this year
What a year it has been! At this time last summer our North Texas Kids Outside team was beginning to plan the camping trips we would take with 16 families. …
The Zuniga Family-Camping Experience at Lake Mineral Wells State Park
I would like to start off by saying thank you for an amazing experience. For my family this was the first time camping. It was something that we had been …