Grilling your corn on the cob puts a new spin on an old favorite that the entire family will enjoy. Ingredients 8 medium ears of sweet corn 1/2 cup butter, softened 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Place corn in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak […]
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Hit the Books Before You Hit the Trails
It’s summertime and that means many of us are getting outdoors. Camping and hiking are both popular outdoor activities, and they can be a ton of fun, if you are prepared. If you are planning on spending some time in the great outdoors this summer, keep these tips in mind and make sure you are […]
The Sun and Safety
Kids and adults are at greater risk for sunburns during the summer months. Besides being painful, sunburns can lead to skin cancer down the road. Only 58% of adults practice proper sun safety procedures, such as applying sunscreen and seeking shade. Teaching sun safety to kids can help them have better behaviors as adults. In […]
July Fun Facts and Trivia
As we kick off the month, here are two fun facts you may or may not have known before and some fun trivia for all ages. Fun Facts: The names of the Declaration of Independence signers were kept from the public for over six months to protect them. If independence had not been achieved they […]
Recipe of the Month: Strawberry Mousse
As the days heat up you will want to enjoy a guilt-free cool treat! Ingredients 1 quart fresh strawberries 1 pkg. (1.4 oz) strawberry gelatin 1/2 cup boiling water 1/4 cup sugar 2 cups heavy cream Whole strawberries and whipped cream for garnish Directions Wash strawberries, cut in half, and puree in a blender until […]
Tips For Traveling Safely On Your Own
When you travel alone—for work or on vacation—you must be extra careful about your personal safety. Here’s some advice to keep in mind when you’re traveling solo: Study unfamiliar locales ahead of time. If you’re traveling outside the United States, learn about your destination’s political and cultural scene to figure out how the locals treat […]
Do Not Drive When Tired!
Think for a minute about the last time you were really tired and driving somewhere. Even though you have been driving for years you still weren’t at your best. Driving tired is as real a danger as driving drunk! Driving when you are tired can be extremely dangerous. You can fall asleep at the wheel […]
June is Great Outdoors Month
Are you ready to hear a scary statistic? Children spend roughly 6.5 hours per day watching television. It seems that they would rather play video games than ride a bike. Even scarier, this number extends to adults as well. We’re on the computer or watching television and we don’t get outdoors nearly as much as […]
Graduation Fun Facts
It is that time of year again – Graduation Season. Between May and June, almost everyone knows someone who is either graduating or has a child graduating from Preschool, Kindergarten, Middle School, High School or College. To celebrate Graduation Season, here are a few fun facts that you may or may not have known: A […]
Recipe of the Month: Barbeque Cocktail Wieners
Memorial Day is just around the corner (Monday the 30th) and many will be grilling out, having friends and family over, and more. One of my favorite snacks for get-togethers is Barbecue Cocktail Wieners aka “Lil Smokies”. This is a super easy recipe with only 2 ingredients. You can make a fancy tray of them […]