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Vegan Spring Rolls, Outdoor Activities & Kayaking | Naturulz Friday Newsletter – May 23, 2025

Naturulz Friday Newsletter – May 23, 2025

Hello! Merrilyn, owner of Naturulz here.
I hope everyone has had an amazing week!
Last weekend’s camping wedding was a great success!
Heck, we’re going camping again this weekend!

This camping trip will be filled with mushroom picking, rock hunting, kayaking, sitting around the campfire, playing cards and of course, squeezing in some relaxation! Need to find a place to camp that has the activities you enjoy?:

Recreation.gov: On this popular platform for reserving campgrounds you can refine your search by specifying the type of activity you’re interested in, such as hiking, biking, or swimming.

Park Websites and Apps: Many national parks and state parks have their own websites and apps where you can find information about specific activities available at their campgrounds.

KOA and Jellystone Park: KOA and Jellystone Park offer a range of campgrounds with various activities and amenities, from mini-golf and swimming pools to special events and character meet-and-greets.

ReserveAmerica: This website provides online campground reservations, and you can often find information about specific activities offered at each campground.

Go RVing: In partnership with Go Camping America, Go RVing provides campground information and allows you to compare parks along your route.

State Parks: State Parks offer campgrounds across the country, and their websites provide information about activities and amenities at each park.

Check out these Camping Activities for Inspiration!

Tuesday Group Lunch Featured Recipe

Vegan Spring Rolls
I wanted to try a group recipe that could also be a group activity. Wow! We had a great time laughing at each other as we struggled to learn the complexities of wrapping these rolls with the sticky rice paper. Eventually we got the hang of it and enjoyed our ‘mostly spring roll’ shaped spring rolls. Not into vegan rolls? You can always add shrimp or chicken as well.

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If you don’t have time for a whole camp trip, there is still a lot of fun to be had at parks and nature areas that you can pack into one day!:

Kiteboarding or Kitesurfing: Is a sport that involves using wind power with a large power kite to pull a rider across a water, land, snow, sand, or other surface. It combines the aspects of paragliding, surfing, windsurfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, and wakeboarding.

Nature Crafts: Creating art and crafts using natural materials like leaves, branches, and flowers.

Ranger Programs: Learn about the park’s science, history, and art through ranger-led programs.

Hiking: Explore different trails, from easy forest hikes to those with lake views or high elevations.

Birding: Observe the diverse birdlife that park’s habitats attract.

Fishing: Enjoy fishing in lakes and streams.

Scenery: Take in the views from overlooks and pullouts along the road or simply take a walk and appreciate the natural surroundings.

Picnics: Pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic in a scenic spot or even at the park right down your street. My husband and I love people-watching!

Other Activities: Depending on the park, you might also find opportunities for games, swimming, canoeing, cycling, or visiting interpretive centers. The possibilities are endless!

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Fun Fact Friday

As I mentioned before, this weekend we are going kayaking and hopefully I won’t get too wet as the water is still a little chilly!

Did you know kayaking dates back at least 4,000 years. If you happen to find yourself in Munich, Germany, you can see the world’s oldest surviving kayaks in the North American section of the Museum Five Continents. These kayaks are from the year 1577!

More fun facts about kayaking

The Friday Buzz

Product of the Week

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