Good Advice

 I have been working so hard this winter, that I have little time to write or make videos.  So, I would like to share a few ideas for contemplation and practice:

1.  Get in touch with Mother Earth.  No matter your age, take off your shoes and walk barefoot on the earth, climb a tree, touch the grass, walk along a beach, swim in a lake, find that connection once again.

2.  Replenish the earth.  The earth provides everything for us.  It is only kindness and respect that we replenish her.  Plant a tree, pick up litter, clean the water, grow a garden.  If we care for her, the earth can provide more than enough for all!

3.  Take responsibility.  It is up to us to be the change in the world that we want to see.  We cannot control others, but we can control ourselves, and be a good example to others.  Be accountable for everything within your reach!

4.  Stand up for what is right.  There are many people who live in suffering, and are only waiting for our voice.  Do no harm to others, but alleviate all suffering.

5.  Speak only truth.  Never lie.  Always speak the truth with gentleness and kindness both.  Only the truth will give the solution to all situations.

6.  Learn cause and effect.  Most all problems can be avoided by the simple things we do each day.  Many problems arise because of the cumulative effects of our consistent actions.  Therefore, consistently make good choices, and good results will be consistent in your life.

7.  Learn all you can.  Never stop learning.  Find solutions to every problem, so you can help your family, your friends, your community, and all people!

8.  All things are possible.  Always be positive!  A positive spirit will uplift and encourage all people.  It is imperative to think positively to accomplish the greatest good possible.

9.  Forgive.  No matter what happens, forgive!  Let the person have it.  Retaliation will only destroy.  Always use good measures to improve life!

10.  Love.  Love is the dominant creative power.  Love of others will allow for us all to work together in creating peace.  Make all your actions, all your speech, all your thoughts, and all your emotions Love!

Accepting Help

 

Spirit Of Helping

Work AND Contribute

Early Morning Prayer

 

Rise with the sun to pray.
The Great Manitou will guide you!

Five Spice Roasted Grouse

 

An easy butter sauce made with convenient and delicious ingredients. A great way to season fresh grouse.

Butter, gently melted 75 ml
Brown Sugar 15 ml
Sesame Seeds, toasted 30 ml
Sesame Oil 15 ml
Chinese Five Spice seasoning 10 ml
Salt 5 ml

Grouse 2

Slowly melt butter and brown sugar in a small camping spice container. Add the next four ingredients, cover and shake well. Store in the fridge until the camping trip.

Quickly pluck the grouse and carefully eviscerate and clean it. Loosen the skin, being careful not to rip it. Spoon half of the butter sauce under the skin and in the grouse cavity.

Have a thick bed of coals ready, with very little or no flame. Put the birds on a spit or grill and turn occasionally, keeping them blocked from the wind while cooking. When almost fully cooked, slowly spread the remaining half of the butter mixture over the skin, allowing it to caramelize on.

There is nothing quite as tasty as a delicious, gourmet meal, served up on a tin camping plate.

Shrimp Alfredo

 

A very easy meal for two that brings a touch of gourmet to the trail.

2 Cups cooked bow tie pasta
1 Cup raw shrimp (use cooked if going to keep out of the fridge for more than 12 hours before cooking)
½ Cup cooked broccoli
½ Cup cooked carrots
½ Cup cooked red peppers
1 Cup alfredo sauce

Mix all of the ingredients together in a pot, cover, and place on a rack over the coals. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 10 minutes or until shrimp is fully cooked.

Chicken Florentine

 

Here is another gourmet meal that can be cooked in minutes and enjoyed out on the trail.

1 Cup white wine and parmesan cheese sauce (you my use a store bought sauce or try this simple
recipe: 3/4 cup cream, 4 tbsp white wine, 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp butter, salt
and pepper to taste)
2 cups cooked farfalle pasta (or bow tie pasta)
2 cups grilled chicken breast sliced
½ cup cooked spinach

Mix all of the ingredients together in a pan and heat over the fire until the sauce comes to a boil. Remove from the heat and enjoy a hot gourmet meal just about anywhere.