Don’t you hate it when you have a camping trip planned and the forecast calls for bad weather? Have you ever postponed a hunting trip because it was too cold or rainy? I don’t have that problem anymore. Last November I decided to go to hunting camp with a bunch of my friends. We made our plans a few weeks in advance so we’d all have time to get our camping gear together. As opening day of deer season approached, I kept an eye on the Weather Channel and things didn’t look very promising. The forecast was for a snowy, freezing week but we knew it wouldn’t keep us from bagging our deer.
The fact is I had postponed too many camping trips in the past and recently purchased a four season family camping tent and some warm sleeping bags to prevent it from happening again. The tent sleeps up to eight so I knew there would be plenty of room for the four of us and our gear. I also knew we’d be warm and dry because the four season camping tent is built to withstand all kinds of bad weather.
As the weekend got closer, I packed all my equipment knowing that we’d be going hunting as planned. What’s even better is that guys without the right camping gear would be staying home. Less hunters in the forest would mean better hunting for us. Also, doesn’t it seem like the deer know just when hunting season starts? Well, maybe because of the bad weather they wouldn’t be quite so careful.
Friday finally arrived and we packed our camping gear in the car and headed for the woods. All of a sudden it dawned on me that we left the picnic backpacks with the sandwiches for our first day in it. We don’t cook on the first day because by the time we arrive at camp and set up our gear, it’s too late to bother cooking. After the first night though, we take out our barbecue tools and grill up dinner on our portable grill.
Finally we were on the highway. I couldn’t wait to get to hunting camp and set up our camping gear before the snow and wind set in. For me there’s nothing better than a weekend in the woods with my best buddies and the anticipation of the hunt to come. Stay tuned and I’ll tell you how we did on our winter weather hunting trip.
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Are you searching for a relaxing activity now that spring is finally here? If you are, you really should think about going on a picnic. I feel myself relax the minute I get out my picnic equipment and barbecue tools and head for the great outdoors. The fresh air and sunshine just seem to lower my stress level and, let’s face it, a barbecue tastes better than food cooked at home every time!
I suggest you pick a place with a stream for your picnic. Maybe you can even go fishing. Whether you catch anything or not, you’ll find that when you’re fishing, all your troubles leave your mind and you feel completely relaxed. Just don’t depend on the fish you catch for your picnic dinner because some days they just aren’t biting. If fishing isn’t your thing, you can take a relaxing stroll along the shore or just sit and watch the water. I’d suggest bringing a loaf of bread because there usually seem to be ducks around and feeding them is tons of fun.
Another activity you can do if you really want to enjoy your picnic is read a good book. I like to leave the business reading at home and bring one of the novels that I never seem to have time for. Just kick back on your lounge chair and enjoy a great story. Please don’t forget to either stay out of the sun or protect yourself with some strong sunscreen so you don’t get sunburned.
Life in the 21st Century is very stressful for many of us. Luckily, there are several herbal remedies (legal ones) that can help you feel a little more relaxed. These remedies are even more effective when coupled with stress reducing activities. When it comes to relaxing activities, I believe that there are none better than packing your wicker picnic basket and heading to a picnic area near your home. Give it a try, I think you’ll agree.
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