ZZZZs Among The Trees

Camping outside can be both fun and educational, especially when the weather is right. This Saturday night nature lovers and the like will be hitting the backyards and campgrounds for the Great American Backyard Campout, sponsored by the National Wildlife Federation. It's a one-night event for families, youth and individuals urging folks to camp out in their backyards or local parks and to discover the fun of being in the great outdoors.



Here's a few reminders as you pack your gear:
+Remember to check the radar and forecast before you leave
+Take along a NOAA Weather Radio to keep you informed while outdoors
+Always travel in groups if you will be traveling in unfamiliar areas.
+Leave the wilderness the same, or better than you found it.

A Few Unheard of Tips:
+While the Swiss Army Knife has been popular for years, the Swiss Navy Knife has remained largely unheard of. Its single blade functions as a tiny canoe paddle.

+A potato baked in the campfire coals for one hour makes an excellent side dish. A potato baked in the coals for three hours makes an excellent hockey puck.

+And last, but most importantly, in emergency situations, you can survive in the wilderness by shooting small game with a slingshot made from the elastic waistband of your underwear.

Seriously, I hope you are able to enjoy the great outdoors this weekend. Even if you can't campout, perhaps take a hike to see all that our great environment has to offer.



Happy Camping! --Brent