Lock 31 in Wetumpka, Alabama, is a historic site built in the late 1800s, significant for its role in the Alabama River Waterway System. It offers picturesque views alongside the Bibb Graves Bridge and recreational opportunities like fishing and picnicking, making it an essential stop for history buffs and nature lovers alike.
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Harvesting and Preserving American Beauty berries for This Incredible Jelly
In this video, I walk you through the entire process of harvesting ripe American beauty berries and turning them into a beautifully preserved ingredient for making delicious homemade jelly. Whether you’re new to foraging or simply curious about this vibrant native plant, this guide shows you exactly how to gather, clean, and prepare beauty berries…
Laser Engraver: Unique and Personalized Gifts for Loved Ones
Are you looking for a unique and thoughtful gift for a loved one? If so, have you considered using a laser engraver? A laser engraver is a device that uses a laser beam to engrave or mark an object. This process can be used on a variety of materials, including wood, glass, metal, and even…
Easy Muffin Tin Oven-Baked Eggs Recipe
Cooking eggs in a muffin tin in the oven is a remarkably simple and convenient method that yields delicious and versatile results. With just a few easy steps, you can create a variety of egg-based dishes, whether you’re preparing breakfast for a crowd or making grab-and-go snacks for the week. To begin, preheat the oven…
Camping in the Late 1960s and 1970s
For Friday let’s take a look back at camping in the late 1960s and 1970s. Everyone sure does look happy and I want to know what happened to that prototype Jeep!
Video: Nacho Cornbread
Last night I thought I would try making some cornbread a little different from the usual way I have in the past. This video shows what you can do with some nacho cheese dip and a box of muffin mix! This turned out great and would be awesome with some chili if it wasn’t 98F/36C…
How to Make Pickled Eggs with 18th Century Recipe | The Lady’s Assistant Cookbook
The following recipe is from one of my old cookbooks, “The Lady’s Assistant Cookbook” published in 1777. It takes a little while to become familiar with reading old works. Enjoy! Boil the eggs very hard; peel them, and put them into cold water, shifting them till they are cold. Make a pickle of white-wine vinegar,…
Surviving the Heat Wave: Cooking Fresh Tomato Sauce Indoors
Last week while I was on vacation the weather was so hot that I decided it was best to stay indoors. With temperatures around 100°F / 37.78 °C every day and very high humidity we did not get outdoors until very late or very early in the day. I’ve had two heat-related incidents and do…
Piedmont Springs Hotel: History and Healing
Located near the East Tennessee, Virginia, and Georgia Railroad (which ran along side of Front Street), as well as the East and West Railroad (which ran next to Railroad Ave ), the Piedmont Springs Hotel was nestled in the picturesque mountains of Piedmont at an elevation of around 1600 feet, an “altitude above the dew line” about a mile south of the town limit.
Campfire Hotdog: Perfectly Roasted Hotdogs
Cooking hotdogs over a campfire is one of the most enjoyable summer activities. There’s nothing better than the smell of hotdogs roasting over an open fire. The taste of a perfectly cooked hotdog is unbeatable. To start, gather some firewood and build a campfire in a designated fire pit. Once your fire is burning brightly,…
Garden Tower 2: Warm-Season Vegetable Garden
Warm Season Vegetables and What I’ve Planted So Far This Year As the temperatures begin to rise and the days get longer, it’s time to start thinking about planting your warm-season vegetables. These are the vegetables that thrive in the heat and sunshine of the summer months, bringing a bounty of fresh, delicious produce to…
Exploring Morel, Chanterelle, and Oyster Mushrooms in Alabama
Alabama is home to a wealth of mushroom species, making it a popular destination for mushroom foragers. Mushroom foraging can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it’s important to know what you’re doing before you go out and start picking mushrooms. Fall is the perfect time to go mushroom foraging in Alabama. With the…