McGill Campground
McGill campground is a fantastic place to escape the heat of LA in the summer, as it’s nearby and easy to get to. Entertain yourself with hiking during the day and stargazing at night.
Tag: Summer
Redwood Canyon
If you’re looking to hike in the shade of giant Redwood trees, and drink fresh water from bubbly creeks then Redwood Canyon in Kings Canyon National Park is the place for you.
Green Bean Potato Salad
This potato salad is a lighter and fresher version than most, feeling more like a salad than a heavy side dish. Its a great seasonal dish that can be made in advance when you’re hungry and don’t feel like cooking (which happens a lot in the summertime).
Summer Fruit Salsa
This Summer Fruit Salsa is our first celebration of Summer. Use any fruit that’s in season, but I really love it with stone fruits like peaches, plums and nectarines.
Vermicelli Noodle Salad
Vermicelli Noodle Salad is a cold asian noodle salad that can be made at home before your trip. It goes great with our Asian Wraps recipe and or is a great camping recipe on its own.
Asian Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Asian Wraps with Peanut Sauce is a great recipe to make at home and take along with you on your picnics or camping trips. The effort is all in the prep, but it’s well worth it.
Lentil Spinach Salad
Here is a salad I’ve been making on camping trips for years. Its got a nice hit of protein from the lentils and almonds, but is still packed with freshness for Spring.
Campfire Breakfast Potatoes
Cook up some hearty, smoky Campfire Potatoes for a flavorful addition to any camping breakfast.
Chili Dogs
Chili dogs are way better than your typical camping hot dogs on a stick. This chili dog recipe is pretty straightforward, but involves gourmet straightforward ingredients (including beer), which makes all the difference.
Caramelized Onion, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich
There’s nothing wrong with a good ol’ BLT, but for those want to pass on the bacon, we present the COLT sandwhich – Caramelized Onion, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich.