Wedding Picnics and Zombies

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Some blog post need to be published at Halloween but this is just too much fun to wait. Zombies and weddings are not something that the average person associates I couldn't help but be both surprised and laugh at a photo blog that brings together just those elements. If you are someone that has Gothic inclinations then you are definitely going to want to take a look at this. Don't worry it's not at all scary, at least I didn't find it so but it does look as though the happy couple had a wonderful Read more [...]

Foodbank’s Picnic in the Park Feeds More than Five Thousand

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I think that The Lord Jesus would have been proud to be over shadowed by this mob. The annual free lunch program wrapped up 2011 by provided 56,496 lunches this year compared to 26,724 last year. That's quite an achievement! Part of a network of Picnics in the Park the Idaho Foodbank incorperates Winstead Park, Ivywild Park and Redwood Park. The Foodbank has major partners that have including U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Idaho State Department of Education. Picnic in the Park Read more [...]

Teddy Bear Picnic and Tree Climbing

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Bears are not the only ones that climb trees. Even at Teddy Bear Picnic one come to appreciate that it not all about the Teddy bears. Some times the call of the wiled is just too strong for little boys and they just have to climb that tree. That's what Marie Holton discovered when the alert was give that her 4 year old was stuck in the tree. I well remember when my boys were young enough to find trees irresistible. I still have clear memories of those feelings of horror upon seeing my children Read more [...]

My Favourite Part is the Food… What a Picnic is all About

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Isn't that what picnics are always all about ... Good food? That's certainly what they thought at the fifth annual BuskerFest Children’s Picnic in Toronto where they had Five hundred children from downtown day camps. The children were delighted with fire dancers, balloon artists, clowns and stilt walkers. This was one great picnic. This was the 12th annual BuskerFest but it's run every year around Aug. 25-28 and it is said to be the largest event of its kind in North America. With around Read more [...]

Grill or Barbecue, What’s the Difference?

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Did you  know that there is a  difference, between a Barbecue and a grill? It turns out that amongst Experts, Barbecue and barbecuing are a way of cooking meat using the indirect heat and smoke from a wood or charcoal fire in a barbecue pit or smoker. Barbecuing is for the slow smoking of tough cuts of meat. Grilling on the other hand is hot and fast cooking over direct heat like a Propane gas grill or other similar flame and is used for cooking more tender meats.   It seems that Read more [...]

What inspires a Picnic?

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Picnic events have been inspired lots of things. Family gathering, family reunions, visits by relatives and friends that live at a distance. Then there’s the picnics sponsored by neighborhood groups, clubs and church groups.

Ed Shannon takes a look at Picnics past and reminisces about a time when participants had even more time to enjoy the social and tasty aspects of summertime picnics

Picnic Time Vulcan All-In-One Tailgaiting Cooler/BBQ Set with Trolley

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So your in need of a large insulated/Tailgater cooler This one is a durable polyester tote that is complete with its own propane BBQ grill and BBQ tools all in one tote ? This little beauty comes with: Adjustable shoulder strap for easy transport Two built-in pockets on the side with drawstring, for carrying the propane  bottle Plenty of zippered pockets and a stretchy cargo cord to house all your extras Though it does not come with propane, The Vulcan with Trolley from Picnic Time Read more [...]

Round Up of Picnic Provisions

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Always on the look out for good picnic recipies, here are some very interesting ones ready for beachside with an assortment of vegetarian fare including Rosemary Almonds to snack on, Asparagus Sandwiches, and Veggie Dip Sandwiches: Picnic must-haves are watermelon (for seed spitting contests, of course), orange or grape soda, and potato salad. Mix up a Mexican Quinoa Salad kicked up with Mexican oregano and hot smoked paprika and cooled with avocado and jack. At room temp, pasta salads! Dressed Read more [...]

Okanagan Picnic Spots

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Fantastic sandwiches and refreshing wine is important, but a real picnic is all about the idyllic outdoor setting. Okanagan Canada is wine country and filled with real spots where your picnic basket is just begging to be unpack. Here are just a few: Quails' Gate Estate Winery in Kelowna East of Kelowna is home of the boutique SpierHead Winery Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery near Okanagan Falls Nearby, Wild Goose Vineyards picnic area seats up to 30 people. Tiny town of Kaleden, South Read more [...]

Teddy Bear Picnic Book Feast for Children and their Teddys

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You're sure of a big surprise because although this event over it contains a really original picnic idea. This little Teddy Bear Picnic was all about the many stories that are about in books for children. Why not consider your next picnic event to be all about reading stories of teddy bears to children and adults alike. This article list 5 stories and there descriptions, that can be read: 1. A Bear Called Paddington, by Michael Bond 2. The Complete Tales of Winnie-The-Pooh, by A.A. Milne 3. Read more [...]