Let’s try a recipe or 2

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Thought I’d share this 2 ingredient recipe

Pumpkin Muffins

I found this on Pinterest and thought I”d share – I’ll be using it in my dutch oven / camping.  This lovely recipe is from the Big Red Kitchen.
 
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There’s only two ingredients. That’s right, just the cake mix and the pumpkin (15 oz.). No oil, no eggs, no water, nothing else. The end result is an amazing, incredibly moist muffin/cupcake with a hint of pumpkin flavor. 
 
 
It felt kind of strange not to add any liquids to the mix but it came together nicely into a thick batter.
 
Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. 
 
 
 
 
 
Add a dusting of powdered sugar, or better yet some homemade cream cheese frosting for added awesomeness. 
 

O*NET – The nation’s primary source of occupational information.

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http://www.onetcenter.org

The O*NET database contains information on hundreds of standardized and occupation-specific descriptors. The database, which is available to the public at no cost, is continually updated by surveying a broad range of workers from each occupation. Information from this database forms the heart of O*NET OnLine, an interactive application for exploring and searching occupations. The database also provides the basis for our Career Exploration Tools, a set of valuable assessment instruments for workers and students looking to find or change careers.

A great resources when writing resumes, researching jobs, and finding salary information.

 

Ocean City Maryland

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Photos from Ocean City triop: 

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Ocean City – what a fun trip.  Hot and humid, then raining like crazy – but they sure know how to eat good over there.

Crabbing, boating, waverunning – fun on the water most of the weekend.  Caught 4 dozen crabs over course of 4 days –

Family – fun – food –  hung out on boardwalk, ate crabs, and shopped. 

Secrets bar was a blast – 18 bars and a few bands – had a fireworks show

Great time

 

 

Sedona – Arizona

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Got some bike riding in Sedona this weekend – was pretty humind and hot but if you get out early morning, spectacular!

– Bell Rock Trail was a good one – nice easy trail but had some shoot outs / single track that were FUN

http://www.wildsedona.com/trails/bell.htm

hiking trail map: bell rock, sedona

 

 

Laughlin – Nevada Next Stop!

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Heading to the lake - Boat running good!

This weekend we’re heading to beutiful Lake Mohave…. Staying at Harrah’s and launching from Katherine’s Landing.

General information and reservations:  www.visitlaughlin.com

Katherines has a Marina – Gas dock – Kick butt mechanics (should the need arise) – Air and Ice – Restaurant – and boat slips!

Laughlin – Great place – great prices – Fun times!

Harrah’s – Harrah’s – Link to Hotel Info 

Katherine’s Marina:   Desert Information – Link 

Lake Mohave Resort
2690 Katherine Spur Rd
Bullhead City, AZ 86429
(928) 754-3245

Gooseberry Falls – Near Two Harbors Minnesota

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Gooseberry Falls –  12 Miles Northeast of Two Harbors, Mn is known for its spectacular waterfalls, river gorge, Lake Superior shoreline, Civilian Conservation Corps log and stone structures, and north woods wildlife.

http://www.superiortrails.com/gooseberry-falls.html

  •  5 waterfalls on Gooseberry River
  • 18 miles of hiking trails, 8 miles mtn bike trails
  • Full Service Campground
  • Interpretive Exhibits & Naturalist Programs
  • Lake Superior Beach
  • Day Use Picnic Areas and Shelters
  • Lake Superior Overlooks
  • Winter: cross-country skiing, snowshoe trails, and winter camping (water and flush toilets in Visitor Center)

Hours

Best time to contact the park:Daily, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Contact

3206 Highway 61 East Two Harbors, MN 55616 tel: 218-834-3855 fax: 218-834-3787 email: gooseberryfalls.statepark@state.mn.us

Getting There

From the town of Two Harbors, follow State Highway 61 northeast approximately 13 miles to the park.