Heres Some Camping Tips & Tricks at Your Fingertips
Our Sullivan Campground Blog is the information you need to make your next camping trip in Missouri even more enjoyable. From RV and camping tips and tricks, to amazing campfire recipes, to advice on planning your next trip in Sullivan, MO... the information below is here to help you. And please, feel free to comment and share your experiences, knowledge and favorite recipes. At Meramec Campground, we are a family and all here to help each other enjoy the great outdoors to the fullest!
Banana Boats
Dessert is our favorite part of every meal! But how hard is it to make a dessert while you’re camping? Well, if you choose to make campfire banana boats your dessert can be delicious and easy! Read below to find out how to make them.
Ingredients:
- Ripe bananas
- Chocolate chips
- Mini marshmallows
- Aluminum foil
Instructions:
- Build a campfire and let it burn down until you have a good bed of hot coals.
- Cut the banana lengthwise down the middle. Do this with the peel still on. Do NOT cut all the way through. You want the bottom of the peel to remain intact.
- Lay out a sheet of aluminum foil and place a banana on it.
- Peel the banana slightly apart. You can mush the banana to the side of the peel to make more room.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and mini marshmallows inside the banana.
- Fold the aluminum foil over the banana and crimp the edges to seal it.
- Repeat with the remaining bananas.
- Place the banana boats on a grate or directly on the hot coals of the campfire.
- Cook the banana boats for 5-10 minutes, or until the chocolate and marshmallows are melted and the banana is soft.
- Remove the banana boats from the fire with tongs and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Carefully open the aluminum foil and use a spoon to eat the melted banana boat filling.
Other Ways to Enjoy:
You can add a variety of ingredients to your banana boats to make them more delicious. Listed below are a few of our favorites!
- Strawberries
- Nutella
- Caramel
- Peanut butter
- Honey
- Cherries
Remember if you need a place to try this recipe you can book a site at Meramec Campground. We hope you all enjoy!
Camping at a Good Sam Park
Good Sam is an RV camping brand throughout the US and Canada. Those that are part of the Good Sam membership are able to enjoy discounts at many Good Sam parks. All campgrounds within the brand are rated on the website. The rating system is based on three categories: amenities, cleanliness, and environment. Each rating is on a scale of 1-10. Meramec Campground is a Good Sam park.
How to become a Good Sam member
Signing up for a Good Sam membership is very easy. You can visit the Good Sam website and then select Membership at the top or this link will take you directly to it. From there you can browse more information as well as pricing. If you are ready to sign up for your membership, you can select Join Now and begin the process.
Does Meramec Campground offer a Good Sam discount?
Meramec Campground does offer a Good Sam discount. This discount is available whether you book online or in person. When booking online simply use the code sam2023. This code will apply the discount to your reservation. To keep this discount on your reservation, you must provide proof of membership during the check-in process.
What is the Good Sam rating for Meramec Campground?
Meramec Campground is very highly rated. You can find us on the Good Sam website or take a look at our current rating below. Our sister campgrounds are also highly rated Good Sam parks which can be found below.
RV and Campers Guide to Propane
Camping in an RV allows campers to bring all the comforts of home while still experiencing the great outdoors. Many RVers enjoy hot water, kitchen appliances, and cooking during their travels. However, none of this would be possible without LP gas, commonly known as propane.
Why Use Propane?
Many RVers use propane for three reasons.
- Propane is cheaper than gas. Gas burns twice as quickly as propane, leading to a higher cost overall.
- It is a green fuel solution. Propane has a low carbon content so it produces minimal greenhouse gas emissions or air pollutants.
- Propane is available just about anywhere. Many gas stations and campgrounds sell propane. At Meramec Campground, we sell propane in our store.
How to Use Propane
There are two ways that any RVer can use propane. The first way is to convert a generator to use propane. Many older models of RVs do not offer propane hookups. A solution to this is to use a generator converted to propane. The second way to use propane is to use an RV hookup specifically for propane. Most RV models on the market today provide propane hookups.
Empty propane canisters can be swapped out for new ones throughout your trip. Make sure to plan accordingly and remember to fill up.
What Can Propane be Used For?
There are four amenities that RVers use propane for.
- Heating and Central Air – Propane helps keep you comfortable on the road. You can use it for heating during cold nights or air conditioning during the hot summer.
- Indoor and Outdoor Cooking – If you have propane hookups, propane grills can be connected for outdoor cooking. Indoors you can use propane for stoves or ovens.
- Fridges and Coolers – Melting ice and disorganized coolers are every RVers worst nightmare. Luckily, many RVs use propane-powered refrigerators and coolers to solve this problem.
- Hot Water Heaters – Enjoy hot water to wash your hands and take a shower with the wonders of propane.
Propane at Meramec Campground
We offer LP sales to the public and our campers. Just stop at the campground office for more information. If you are interested in booking a site, check out our website at Merameccampground.com.
Family owned and operated, Kiefer Campgrounds strive to offer you the best rates for a comfortable location with outstanding service, and spotless facilities. When you stay in one of our parks, you are no longer just a happy camper, but a part of our family! We are most certain you will enjoy your stay with us. Pick your favorite location and book your spot now before it’s too late! You’ll be happy you did!
