Gone Camping
Aside from food blogging and yoga, camping is my favorite pastime. I grew up in the Northeast so camping in Cape Cod and Vermont over the summers was a typical weekend for us. We both tent camped and had various campers throughout the years. I married a non-camper (the horror!) out of college so I took a brief hiatus until I had my daughter, aka new camping buddy, and started back up. Her first trip was at 8 weeks…
In front of mom and dad’s camper
…and we celebrated her 10th campout before she was 3 years old.
On the way back from our 9th anniversary trip in St Augustine I spied a teardrop shaped camper at a small boat dealership on the drive home as we sped by.
Here she is at the actual boat dealership.
I happened to be driving back by the next day and took a look at her and fell in love.
Photos of the inside while I decided to buy.
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The price was right and timing was right so in the fall of 2010 I was the proud new owner of a 2004 t@b camper!
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Cooking in the camper October 2011 I found a leak in the camper on our trip to St Augustine, FL and have taken on the repairs myself. You can see all the repairs and modifications at my T@B website http://tabtrailer.blogspot.com/.
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Kale 3 Ways – Cheesy Kale Tomato Sauce, Kale Basil Pesto and Quinoa Power Bowl
Kale 3 Ways – Cheesy Kale Tomato Sauce, Kale Basil Pesto and Quinoa Power Bowl
Kale 3 Ways – Cheesy Kale Tomato Sauce, Kale Basil Pesto and Quinoa Power Bowl There was a certain time during our camping trip last week that I took my life into my own hands. I was in a stare down with a tired and hungry 4 year old after a day of sun and
Camping in Key Largo at John Pennekamp State Park
Camping in Key Largo at John Pennekamp State Park
We are back from another lovely trip to Key Largo and also spent a fair amount of time in Islamorada. Here are a few of the snapshots from the trip. John Pennekamp state park has lots to do for families – several beaches, a boat ramp, snorkeling, glass bottom boat, aquarium and walking trails. Definitely bring the
We’re back!
We’re back!
We’re back from another camping trip – this time to Key Largo! The weather was perfect – sunny, clear and warm in the 80′s. Here are some of the snapshots before I get back to my regularly scheduled recipes…..
Back from Blue Springs State Park!
Back from Blue Springs State Park!
We have returned once again from another successful camping trip, this time to the beautiful Blue Springs State Park. I have lost track of the number of camping trips I’ve taken my daughter on – I think we are at number 14. Her very first was when she was eight weeks old! Here are a
Vegan Seven Layer Bean Dip with Cashew Sour Cream and Mila and Our Latest Camping Adventures
Vegan Seven Layer Bean Dip with Cashew Sour Cream and Mila and Our Latest Camping Adventures
Seven Layer Bean Dip with Mila Greetings! I just got back from our camping trip to St Augustine. Yes I am crazy and yes, it was definitely hot and yes, there was mosquitoes the size of Texas. But you know what? I’m a camper and I love it. Ok so I do have AC in my trailer but
Back from Savannah with my Visit to Forsyth Farmers Market
Back from Savannah with my Visit to Forsyth Farmers Market
Skidway Island State Park We just returned from the first campout with my camper since major water damage repairs forced her out of commission for about seven months. Her first venture out was quite a success at Skidway State Park near Savannah, Georgia. Saturday morning we hit the Forsyth Farmers Market, by far one of
We’re back!
We’re back!
My daughter and I are back from our camping trip to St Augustine for a T@B camper rally and trick-or-treating at the St Augustine Alligator Farm. I’ll share a few of the highlights (I only got photos of some of the T@Bs) and then get back to my regularly scheduled programming….recipes! Here is the back side of mine… …and
Massaged Kale and Red Onion Salad with Fig Chutney, Raisins and Walnuts
Massaged Kale and Red Onion Salad with Fig Chutney, Raisins and Walnuts
I’m back from camping at Little Talbot Island and, aside from the extreme heat (thank God my little camper has air conditioning), we had a great time. This was my daughter’s 10th campout and she isn’t even 3 years old yet! What a trooper. My dad drove his camper out onto the beach the first
Camping in Savannah
Camping in Savannah
We had an amazing time camping in Savannah last weekend at Skidway State Park. After much searching for the perfect spot..there she is! There are marshes all around the park where my dad collects fiddler crabs to catch fish with. Dad the fiddler crab wrangler. Hi guys! Sure enough, right when we finally found a
Girls Weekend!
Girls Weekend!
This past weekend marked the second campout with my new camper and the first ladies only trip….me, my mom and my daughter. It started off a bit iffy…cold, rainy, electrical in the camper not working….but with the help of some park rangers, four to be exact, that came to the rescue, the electrical came on (and
Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Sausage with Kale, Wheat Pasta and Fresh Parm
Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Sausage with Kale, Wheat Pasta and Fresh Parm
Happy Sunday! I’m back in town and have a recap of my campout to Crooked River State park and my camping dinner creation. We arrived Thursday night and I successfully backed my new camper into the spot.(This is not as easy as it sounds) My mom and dad got the spot right next door.Notice how color-coordinated we were.
Another quick note.
Another quick note.
Good morning all! Just another quick note to let you know what is going on…after getting back from Asheville and unpacking I spent this week repacking the camper for her maiden voyage starting tonight! This would be why I’ve been posting minimal recipes and will probably take a few more days off but promise to
My New Camper!
My New Camper!
I got my new camper tonight. It’s not actually new just new to me. Lemme tell ya the whole story. Sunday, on the way back from our night in St Augustine….. ….I saw this little beauty on the side of the road at a boat dealership and thought that is exactly what I’ve been looking
Crooked River State Park, GA
Crooked River State Park, GA
Here’s a quick recap of my camping trip. Daisy, Mom and Dad’s new rescue pup First wine. Inexpensive chard. Refreshing! (I think the name was what got me.) A campground view. This used to be a road! A little cupcake by the fire. Taking time to stop and smell the flowers. A day at Fernandina.
Fort McAllister State Park, Georgia Camping Trip-Day 3 Pelican Point
Fort McAllister State Park, Georgia Camping Trip-Day 3 Pelican Point
Day three began the same as day two…fresh, hot coffee, cheerios topped with skim milk, banana and a dollop of peanut butter. Fort McAllisterAfter breakfast we were off to take a look at the Fort. According to their website Fort McAllister is ”located on the bank of the Great Ogeechee River south of Savannah, this park is
Fort McAllister State Park, Georgia Camping Trip-Day 2, Into Savannah
Fort McAllister State Park, Georgia Camping Trip-Day 2, Into Savannah
Day two of our camping trip began after a breakfast of cheerios and skim milk topped with bananas and a dollop of peanut butter. **except for allergic daughter who had fruit and special toast. It took about twenty minutes to get to Savannah and park. We decided to walk along the water. Here is the view of the
Fort McAllister State Park, Georgia Camping Trip-Day 1
Fort McAllister State Park, Georgia Camping Trip-Day 1
Pre-Camping: Let me preface day one of camping with the surprise package that arrived in the mail the day before we left. A sample of al fresco all natural chicken sausages with a variety I hadn’t tried yet! Chipotle Chorizo with Mango and Adobo. How good does that sound?! I was so excited. As excited
Beaufort Camping Trip Day 3; Chili Pasta and Photography Practice
Beaufort Camping Trip Day 3; Chili Pasta and Photography Practice
Day three of my South Carolina Camping Trip was by far the prettiest day. The sun finally came out and I got to practice a little on my new Canon. Even though I ended the day with this Chili Pasta I will start this post with it because this is, after all, a food blog. This Chili
Beaufort Camping Trip Day 2 with Real Southern BBQ and S’Mores!
Beaufort Camping Trip Day 2 with Real Southern BBQ and S’Mores!
South Carolina camping trip cont’d…. Day two and a few more beach photos from the Hunting Island Beach State Park. I got some better shots on Day three. (There’s the hook to get you to come back and check out my blog…wait with bated breath for DAY #3 PHOTOS) When my parents said let’s go
Beaufort Camping Trip Day 1 and Pumpkin Curry Chicken with Vegetable Couscous
Beaufort Camping Trip Day 1 and Pumpkin Curry Chicken with Vegetable Couscous
We arrived in Beaufort, SC at the Hunting Island Beach State Park and it was just gorgeous. There are sites right on the water! We of course had to pop open some wine to celebrate. My parents Border Collie, Bonnie, didn’t lose any time in trying to get us to throw this wood chip. For