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Hummingbird cake, also known as cake that doesn’t last, Jamaican cake, never-ending cake, banana-pineapple cake, and paradise cake has been served at most church gatherings, community suppers and probably quite a few weddings and funerals in the south.

Arkansas Hummingbirds | Plus a Hummingbird Cake Recipe

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Have you spotted any hummingbirds yet? Here in Arkansas hummingbirds are starting to appear at the feeders and on flowering plants. The south is known for its hospitality and its cake.  Arkansans are ready to welcome the hummingbirds with feeders...Read More
Morel mushrooms are one of nature's best delicacies - only found for a few weeks each spring. Enjoy these tips and recipes for cooking morel mushrooms.

Cooking Morel Mushrooms

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Morel mushrooms are one of nature's best delicacies. Enjoy these tips and recipes for cooking morel mushrooms. How to Find Morel Mushrooms Morel mushrooms are a somewhat rare treat. The season is short and conditions have to be just right...Read More
Spring is made for spending time outdoors playing and exploring. A Spring Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to explore nature in the spring.

Explore Nature with a Spring Scavenger Hunt

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Spring is made for spending time outdoors. I've never met a kid who didn't love splashing in puddles and watching the world emerge before their eyes. A Spring Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to explore nature in the spring....Read More
Lake Poinsett State Park in Harrisburg, Arkansas is a small but enjoyable park that offers camping, picnic and play areas, fishing, boating, and hiking.

Lake Poinsett State Park – Harrisburg, Arkansas

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Lake Poinsett State Park in Harrisburg, Arkansas is a small but enjoyable park that offers camping, picnic and play areas, fishing, boating, and hiking.  History of Lake Poinsett: Lake Poinsett is a 640-acre manmade lake that was built by Arkansas...Read More
Bentley's Restaurant Woodstock, Vermont Copycat Recipe Maple Mustard Chicken

Vermont Maple Mustard Chicken | Camp Cooking

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Camp cooking doesn't have to be boring. We love hot dogs as much as the next family, but sometimes I crave something more. This Vermont Maple Mustard Chicken recipe is a nod to my childhood in Vermont and is one...Read More

Planning the Perfect Winter Picnic and 10 Great Recipes to Pack

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Spring and summer take all the credit when it comes to picnics and having fun. Many wouldn't put the words winter and picnic together in a sentence as winter is viewed as that period where we try to survive the...Read More

Winter Hiking Destinations | 5 Best US Winter Hikes

Posted on by Julie Kohl
The winter season is quickly becoming a popular one for outdoor enthusiasts who are not willing to spend the whole time indoors. As most people pack away their gear after wonderful summer and spring camping outdoor sessions, others are gearing...Read More
Winter Hiking trails in Arkansas

Winter Hiking Destinations | 5 Winter Hikes in Arkansas

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Across the country, summer is typically regarded as prime outdoor time. While I absolutely love being outdoors in the summer, I love to go hiking in the winter. These 5 Winter Hikes in Arkansas are a few of my favorites....Read More
Winter nature walk scavenger hunt

Winter Scavenger Hunt

Posted on by Julie Kohl
Heading outdoors in the winter can be a lot of fun and there is so much to be learned. When the leaves have fallen from the trees there are so many things to see that aren't as easily visible in...Read More