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Balanced Nutrition
“Healthy food” typically doesn’t go hand in hand with “camp food.” In fact, the selection is typically a sea of white–white flour, white sugar, and fried, white food in the form of buns, breaded chicken, french fries, and cookies. None … Continue reading
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Fuel For Thought
Proper nutrition is directly associated with physical and mental wellness. In fact, the two are so closely related that medical schools require students to have a clinical rotation or at least a short course in human nutrition. This subject is … Continue reading
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Welcoming Vegetarians
I arrived hungry for the conference, so was glad when dinner was served. As I waited in line, I tried to see what food was offered. As a vegetarian, I always hope there will be something provided to meet my … Continue reading
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The Nuts And Bolts Of A Challenge Course
Swages, fish plates, thimble-eye bolts and double-coil lock-washers — these words probably don’t mean much to those who are unfamiliar with challenge courses. For those who do have a challenge course on their camp grounds and are still unfamiliar with … Continue reading
Playground Compliance
Swings, sandboxes and slides — once upon a time, these were the usual suspects in playgrounds everywhere. In fact, without them, it wasn’t really considered a playground. But times have changed. Today’s playgrounds are expected to be accessible and safe, … Continue reading