Adventure Gift Guide

Christmas is coming and we are asked often by neighbors and friends what to get their grandchildren or friend’s kids for Christmas. We try to give some suggestions that might spark some fun and creativity.

Then, our mom’s friend Ms. Rhea Lana, yes, that Rhea Lana, the one who has the cool consignment sales (we got some awesome almost new cowboy boots and a huge Lego set at her Conway sale this year) asked our mom for some Christmas list ideas for her blog. So, we thought we could help her out with an Adventure Gift Guide for Boys.

Head over to Ms Rhea Lana’s blog and check out our list, your kids and grandkids will thank us.

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Setting Up Camp

It’s fall and that means cooler weather, and after such a hot summer, it’s time to go camping. So why not go to a state park? We’ve got cabins and campsites and even tepees for your late season vacation.

Want some tips from the State Park Kids?

Well, for a large group of people, stick with a lodge room or a cabin, but if you really want to rough it, choose a campsite. If you decide to take the easy route, no one will blame you. But only true adventurers choose the harsh wilderness of the wild.

How to set up camp:

Step 1: First, you should decide where your tent or shelter will be located.

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Step 2: Next, set up your shelter and arrange where your other places of need may be.

Step 3: Now, you should probably unload your luggage and set it up.Unpacking-camping-gear

Step 4: Make a campfire, put rocks around it so it will not spread. Skip this step if your county/parish is under a burn ban.

Step 5: Hang your food in a plastic sack on a tree limb or a provided post. Why? One word BEAR!

Step 6: Unload sleeping bags, mattresses, and/or blankets. Place under shelter.

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Step 7: Move any sticks or leaves away from the campfire, make sure of a source of water close by. Only YOU can prevent forest fires. You are welcome Smokey the Bear.

Step 8: Locate bathhouse, for use of bathing and waste disposal.

Step 9: Roast a wiener?

Step 10: Enjoy the view.
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Great Adventures Coming

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State Park Kids are explorers and adventurers who love the Lord and His creation. We can’t wait to grab our maps and compasses and take you along on our adventures. We will teach you what you need to set up camp, how to start a campfire, our favorite gadgets, campgrounds and even cool games.