Outdoor Entertaining

Is your hot tub foaming quite a bit when the pumps are on? This can be caused by many factors. This guide will help you get rid of the foaming in your hot tub.

This is an easy and convenient way to store the wood you need and in the right amount for a fire pit, chiminea, or campfire. Everything you need is stored in 1 box. Small fires need only a small...

People have been grilling and smoking meat nearly as long as they have been cooking food. But without the right tools and know-how, you can ruin a wonderful summer meal by not smoking your meats...

Perfect pizzeria pizza is made in a wood-fired stove. The temperature is above 800º and it's slightly charred on the bottom of the crust. Impossible? not really, your gas grill can come very...

Charcoal briquettes are made from sawdust and wood scraps that have had the moisture sucked out of them and burned in an extremely hot oven until they become charred. The many uses of charcoal are...

Tiki torches are an inexpensive way to create a paradise in your backyard. They create a tropical atmosphere that is warm and inviting and easy to set up. Although tiki torches don't require much...

A barbecue smoker will let you cook any meat to perfection, with a perfect smoky flavor. Using a smoker may take longer than a regular gas or charcoal barbecue, but the tenderness and flavor of...

There are so many outlets for the young and old alike to enjoy winter here in Chicago. We'd all probably like to go to a Ski Resort someday if that's our thing, however until you do, there are...

Ants can ruin cookouts and picnics. They can climb up the picnic table legs, and make there way into the food and drinks of your guest. At your next party or outdoor function, try this little...

You don't need lighter fluid to start your charcoal grill. You can easily light up your charcoal for that backyard barbecue using items you might have around the house and a little ingenuity....

It is sure an exciting trip for an African Safari tour, but it takes lots of money and preparation, here are a few tips for those who have dreamed about such a trip.

Outdoor tents are often used for special events. Outdoor tents can easily be decorated to represent the event you are having. With the simple embellishment of the tent area as well as the tent...

Camping is a wonderful way to spend time with family and friends. Even cooking over the open fire can be very rewarding if you aren't too afraid to try it. Here is a great easy recipe you can do...

Camping is such a fun way to get outdoors, make memories, get out of your comfort zone, and be one with nature and your camping skills. Cooking is a good way to make or break camping too. Here...

Camping is such a fun way to get outdoors, make memories, get out of your comfort zone, and be one with nature and your camping skills. Cooking is a good way to make or break camping too. Here...

Camping is a favorite vacation for many of us who like the outdoors, who live on a tight budget, and who like to get out of the normalcy of real life occasionally for some great memories. ...

Camping is a favorite way to vacation for many of us because it is about nature and doing things way differently from the norm we are so used to...plus it is a cheaper way to make great memories...

Kabobs and Camping seem to go hand in hand. This recipe is for the enthusiast who just wants a more fancy meal in the outdoors from the usual hotdog dinner. It is easy to prepare ahead of time...

To those of us camping enthusiasts, any good recipe cooked over a hot fire is a great addition to what we already know and do. Here is a recipe many people do but many may not know how to do. ...

You may have seen the popular Mentos video, Diet Coke + Mentos experiment, or heard rumors of Mentos geysers, fountains, rockets, and bombs. The Diet Coke and Mentos rocket works, and this...

A inflatable outdoor movie screen can bring hours of entertainment. Showing movies or presenting a slide show will push your event to the next level. Renting a inflatable outdoor movie screen is...

A smoker is an outdoor grill used for low temperatures over a long period of time. Because of the low temperatures involved, common items found around the home can be pressed into service to make...

One of our favorite family activities is to have a breakfast cookout. As the temperature turns cool and the leaves change colors, being out in nature is a wonderful experience. With a little...

People's desire to fly was first fulfilled by balloons. They may not be the fastest flying invention, but balloons were the first that successfully flew. Balloons are still popular today, and...

Ever wish you had a side dish to go with your BBQ meat? Here is a great recipe I got from a relative in 1989 in which I've added more ingredients. You can add more things yourself like Fresh...

Charcoal barbecue grills are a wonderful convenience for everyday cooking and backyard entertaining as well as camping. They also come in handy during power failures. However, there is a...

Lighting sets the mood for any party. Outdoor events that begin at dusk or carry on through the day and into the evening hours require lighting solutions to keep the festivities going. Choose...

This barbecue grill will do everything! The best thing is it’s cheap to make. Also you will be recycling. This grill you can barbecue on. You can use it as a smoker and a warmer. You can use...

Of all outdoor parties you could throw a barbecue is probably the best. Nothing can beat the smell of charcoal and searing meat. Get your friends together for some burger-flipping, hot-dog...

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Camping is great recreation and fun for many who love the outdoors and simpler life! Here is a great, tasty easy snack to make when you have some hot coals just beckoning to be used. These apples...

Camping is great recreation and fun for many who love the outdoors and simpler life! You love cheese filled breadsticks at home, so why not try them in the outdoors too? Here is a great, easy good...

Some of my fondest memories growing up as a child was backyard barbecues with the family. Daddy is my grill master. I loved every time he would pull out the grill and filled the air with a sweet...

Camping is great recreation and fun for many who love the outdoors and simpler life! But, we've all been there when it was pouring down rain. Yuck! Here are some great, easy snacks to make when...

Anytime you're having an outdoor get-together, you'll want your backyard ready for fun. Being prepared for your guests with a festive atmosphere can start the party off on the right foot and keep...

If you like to camp and have campfires, you know how hard it can be to get a fire started sometimes. Here is a way to make homemade firestarters for pennies. These never fail and will even help...

Ever feel like pulling a funny prank on your best friend or neighbors? Try these and it's sure to get a laugh... or cry.

Party tents come in many sizes and are used for a variety of outdoor functions as they provide a convenient shelter for guests. Most commonly they are used for graduation parties, wedding...

Creating the perfect outdoor party decor means paying attention to the small things. Whether it's a casual or a formal affair, dressing up your yard will make your event feel special.

Are you entertaining outdoors and wanting something different, but very effective to help create that magical mood? Thinking on how to create that by using special lighting affects but do not...

As the weather warms, outdoor entertaining season kicks into gear. Centerpieces finish your dining decor, but there are special considerations outside. Wind and heat can wreak havoc on candle or...

Want something economical to dress up that small, rear patio with the umbrella and chairs? This article will show you how to string up an inexpensive group of lights that can add real mood...

Do you live in the Chicago area or will you be traveling there in the summertime? There is never a shortage of things to do or places to be in this city, but I highly recommend checking out the...

Creating an engaging, interactive float is one of the best ways to ensure that a parade float receives the attention and interest it deserves. Generate interest in your business and perhaps win an...

My How to Article is About How to Make a Homemade Slip and Slipe, at very little cost. You will learn how to make a Hot and Dry Summer day Fun! Good Fun for adults and kids. Very In...

There is nothing more relaxing than sitting back and enjoying a nice fire. I like to have fires all year round. Watching the flames is also very therapeutic. If you are entertaining, your guest...

When the weather is nice, few things can beat an outdoor gathering with good people and good food, but what if you want to go beyond the basic barbecue? If you want to throw a party that people...

Pinatas are papier-mache animals or shapes that are filled with candies or toys. Pinatas are hung on rope and then hit with a club to release the treats inside. They are used at parties for children.

Small fairs can be easy to organize and an affordable way to entertain a lot of children at once. They are a wonderful fund-raising option for schools, churches and kid's charities, but they can...

How to make a lighted palm tree for a great outdoor party!