It is winter time and though the weather in our area has been mild, we are already starting to get a little restless inside the house.One thing we love to do is bundle up the kids and make a campfire.The fresh air and smell of the wood burning invigorates the spirit.Of course with any good campfire comes the beckoning for a little treat.We love to toast marshmallows.Kraft now makes flat marshmallows that ease the mess at least a little bit.If you are really prepared, make some s’mores with friends.All you need are graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate.Of course be prepared to clean lots of sticky hands and faces!
Of course before having a campfire in your own back yard, remember to use a few safety tips:
"The fresh air and smell of the wood buring invigorates the spirit."
1.Make sure that your community allows for the use of a fire pit.
2.Make sure the fire is contained and in an open area.
3.Always supervise children around the fire.
4.Have an extinguishing agent nearby, which in winter would be a bucket of water if the hose is already away.
5.Always make sure your fire is completely out, never leave the fire unattended.
Be safe and enjoy the fresh air and a sweet treat this winter!
Lindsey Johnston
http://crumbsinthecouch.blogspot.com/ After teaching special education, I now stay home enjoying the ups and downs of parenting two little ones.
such a great idea. theres nothing like an open fire
TheresaL::
on Jan 27, 2012
We also love to hang out by our fire pit. I have another great treat I learned to make many years ago as a campfire girl. Banana Boats. Place a banana on a piece of tinfoil, large enough to wrap it, slice half way through the banana length wise, stuff with mini marshmallows, mini chocolate chips and mini red hot candies. Wrap tightly in the foil and place at the edge of the fire for about 5 -10 minutes, depending how hot the fire is. open up your banana boat for a yummy treat.
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