Learn to Camp

The Texas Outdoor family program through the Texas Parks and Wildlife are providing hands on workshops to teach you everything you need to know to have a successful camping experience.  You and your family will learn: How to set up and break down camp (including your tent) Fire starting Outdoor cooking Guided walks Nature activities [...]

Campfire Cooking Recipes

Dutch Oven Mole-Styled Roast

I came across this recipe for the dutch oven that sounds delicious.  If you try it, be sure to comment to let me know how it turned out. Mark’s Dutch Oven Mole-styled Roast 12” Dutch oven 20 + coals below, then 14 coals above and 12 coals below 8” Dutch oven 6-7 coals below Ingredients [...]

Campfire Breakfast Potatoes

Campfire Breakfast Potatoes Yield4-6 servings Prep Time15 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Activity GuideCar Camping, Bike Touring Ingredients 5 lbs (about 6) russet potatoes, cubed 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 onion, chopped 2 bell peppers, chopped 1 jalapeno, sliced 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon seasoned salt 1 teaspoon smoked paprika [...]

Campfire Baked Apples

Cut the apples in quarters, remove seeds. Place on shiny side of a sheet of foil. Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, raisins and dot with butter. Wrap tightly and place on coals for 10 to 15 minutes.