There’s nothing like a leisurely morning with a steaming mug of coffee by the campfire. Here are 5 ways to brew the perfect cup!

1. French Press

A simple method that is perfect for camping, avoid grit when brewing in a French press by using beans that are coarsely ground. Pour the boiling water over, give it a good stir, and then let it sit for 4-6 minutes. Press down gently, pour, and enjoy!

2. Cowboy Coffee

Hot water, coffee, a pot, and a campfire, no filter needed.

Using 2 tablespoons of ground coffee for every cup of water, either stir the grounds into your pot as it comes to a boil, or wait until it’s reached boiling to stir them in. Remove from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir the pot, and then allow the grounds to settle for another few minutes before pouring out slowly. 

3. Percolator 

A long-time camping staple, percolator pots still make a great, strong cup of coffee over the campfire. The bottom of the kettle is filled with water and brought to a boil, with coffee grounds in the basket overtop to percolate. 

4. Pour over

Not just for fancy coffee shops, pour over coffee is a simple way to enjoy a great cup of coffee at the campground when you don’t want to make a whole pot. Find a pour over stand and filter that sits over your mug, add your favourite grounds, and slowly pour the hot water through.

5. Instant Coffee

It doesn’t get much easier or easily portable than instant coffee! Boil water, stir, and sip.

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Hot dogs roasted over the fire are a dinnertime staple at the campground. Check out this roundup of recipes and topping ideas for fun and flavourful twists on the classic dog!

Buffalo Dog

Spicy and tangy, top your hot dog with Buffalo sauce, blue cheese, celery and a drizzle of ranch.

Campfire Pigs in a Blanket

Fun to make and delicious to eat, hot dogs are wrapped in pre-made crescent dough and roasted over the fire to make these pigs in a blanket.

Hot Dogs and Potato Packets 

These Campfire Hot Dog Potato Packets are a great all-in-one meal for camping. Hot dogs or sausages are combined with diced potatoes, cheddar cheese, barbecue sauce, and seasoning, and then roasted in foil. 

Cheesy Bacon Hot Dogs

Hot dogs, stuffed with string cheese, wrapped in bacon, and roasted in foil. You’re sure to enjoy these Cheesy Bacon Hot Dogs.

Poutine Hot Dogs 

A crazy, cheesy combo, smothered in gravy. Check out these poutine hot dogs. 

Reuben Dog

Mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, and Worcestershire sauce is combined for the Reuben Dog’s dressing, and topped with Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut.

Chili Dogs

Hot dogs smothered in chilli and topped with shredded cheese, a classic!

Hawaiian Hot Dog

Enjoy the sweet tropical tang of this Hawaiian Hot Dog, where pineapple salsa balances the sriracha spice.

How do you top your hot dogs? If you give one of these recipes a try, let us know on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

Fresh and flavourful, we’ve rounded up some great recipes that bring spring to the campsite. Try one out on your next RV trip! 

Spinach Frittata with Bacon and Cheddar 

Cook this Spinach Frittata in cast iron skillet over the campfire, packed full of your favourite fresh spring greens, bacon, and cheddar.

Garlic Sausage and Asparagus Foil Packs

Spring is asparagus season, and these foil packs pair the vegetable with garlic sausage for an easy supper on the grill or over the fire. 

Thai Chicken Lettuce Cups

Marinated, grilled chicken is tucked into crisp lettuce as a fresh and flavourful wrap.

Rhubarb Bars

Bake a batch of Rhubarb Bars ahead of time and pack them along as a delicious afternoon snack or evening dessert.

One Pot Pasta with Peas and Mint 

This one pot pasta features the fresh flavour of peas and mint, all in a creamy sauce. 

Scallion Turkey Burgers with Boursin Ranch Topping

Simple turkey burgers are enhanced with a thick and creamy Boursin ranch topping.

One-Skillet Steak and Spring Veg with Spicy Mustard

For a fancy spring supper at the campsite, try this steak served with spring vegetables and spicy mustard.

Campfire Strawberries 

A fun campfire treat, find a pint of fresh strawberries, spread them with marshmallow fluff, skewer, and then toast over the fire.

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