This favorite family activity has traditionally been limited to the warm summer months. But now barbecuing is becoming a year-round phenomenon, regardless of the climate you live in. Recipes range from simple, quick marinades to more elaborate dishes for the home gourmet.
This growing trend doesn't stop with grilling, though.
Outdoor living and entertaining in all forms is becoming a lifestyle unto itself. From camping stoves to complete outdoor kitchens, sleeping bags to elegant outdoor furnishings, tents to elaborate gazebos, and flashlights to modern solar outdoor lighting.
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Tailgaiting parties are a tradition, and for good reason. Combine fans, friends and food and you’ve got an afternoon of fun. But there are also risks to you, your property and others. Here are a few easy ways to make sure you’re covered.
1. Don’t leave valuables in your car, even hidden. Whether you’re the tailgate host or not, don’t leave anything that would tempt a passerby.
2. Be very cautious about allowing anyone else to drive your car. If a friend is in an accident while driving your vehicle, you’re the one who will be held responsible.
3. Does your cheap car insurance cover non-driving accidents, vandalism, damage or theft? If not, consider getting free auto insurance quotes to find better coverage.
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A long time ago, when you had to refill the propane or LP cylinder on your barbecue grill, you had to disconnect the hose, then struggle to heave the empty, albeit generally greasy, cylinder into your car and hightail it over to the nearest U-haul for a refill. Today, the LP exchange center has all but eliminated the need for a refill of your propane tank. But is that a good thing?
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How many of you have to recall the old poem to figure out which way to turn off the propane tank? Hands up, please, don’t be shy. A lot more people than you can imagine have to recite those words (in their head, hopefully) to open or close the valve. But is that all there is to it, really?
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