Washington County Weekend Post

Going for a bike ride is one of the best ways for peo- ple to exercise in fresh air. Cycling is not only earth- conscious and convenient, but it also is a fun and popu- lar activity that anyone can enjoy. Around 1.6 million resi- dents of New York City ride a bike at least once a month, and in Portland, bike riding rose by 3 percent each year since 2012, according to Bike- munk, a website dedicated to helping people understand bikes, especially in the con- text of making a purchase. The Alliance for Biking & Walking discovered that 0.6 percent of all commuters in the United States biked to work in 2013, up from 0.5 per- cent in 2009 and 0.4 percent in 2005. But many people are embracing cycling as an entertaining form of recre- ation that the entire family can enjoy. Adults may have fond memories of their own cycling adventures as chil- dren that they want to pass down to their kids. Since families may feature cyclists with various levels of expe- rience, it can be safe to employ certain strategies in the hopes that everyone gets the most out of their time in the cycling saddle. • Buy the right bikes. Take time to research differ- ent brands of bicycles and what they offer. Some bikes are ideal for streets or paved trails, while others are better for rustic roads and trails. A qualified bike retailer can help shoppers find the right bike for them and their fami- lies, ensuring everyone in the family is riding the right size bike and the one com- mensurate with their skill level. • Limit the distance. Children won't be able to put in as many miles as their parents or older siblings. Limit cycling excursions to a reasonable amount of time so youngsters' health is not compromised. • Focus on fun. Consider what kids will get out of the trip and gear the afternoon around that. Choose a path that leads riders to a play- ground or one that circles a scenic lake. Make your cycling excursion more of an afternoon out than a marathon biking session. • Take frequent breaks. Little legs may not be able to keep up, and adults will need to anticipate stopping along the way. • Know the terrain. Stick to routes you have rid- den before. Leave the more intense courses that include extreme climbs and dips for those times when kids are not in tow. Stick to lightly trafficked routes, or travel during off-peak hours. Con- sult with trail guides and read reviews as well. • Check bikes before departing. Make sure tires are inflated and everything else is in working order. Bring a small tool kit along in case a repair needs to be made. Cycling as a family can be an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon and get some exercise. Family cycling is an enjoyable escape Nature enthusiasts often cherish the time they get to spend around a campfire. Whether you're telling scary stories, having a few drinks after a long hike or just relaxing and gazing up at a starry sky, time spent around a campfire is a unique experience that can make for an ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life. There's much campers can do around a campfire, and that includes cooking. Camp- fire cooking may not require campers to learn advanced techniques practiced by their favorite celebrity chefs. However, there are a few tricks campers can try as they attempt to create a well- balanced, nutritious and delicious campfire meal. • Create a menu and gather ingredients ahead of time. No one wants to take a spice rack with them into the woods. But that doesn't mean campfire cooking has to lack seasoning and other special touches that are easy to add when cooking at home. Make meal planning part of your pre-trip prepa- ration. Measure out ingredi- ents ahead of time and store spices and other items in their own sealed and labeled ziplock bags. • Pack some fresh ingredi- ents as well. Fresh ingredi- ents like garlic cloves can be brought along without tak- ing up much space. Veg- etable lovers can chop their greens the night before their trip and store individual servings in their own labeled ziplock bags to ensure fire- side meals are as nutritious as they are delicious. • Bring some small tools along. Small cooking tools that won't take up much space can be brought along to up the flavor factor even more. For example, a garlic press is about the size of a screwdriver and can be used to peel, crush and mince fresh cloves. The garlic can then be added to the pan in which you're sauteing some fresh vegetables for some instant, easily created flavor. Another small and handy tool to take along is a portable digital food ther- mometer. This can ensure meats and poultry are cooked to perfection, helping campers enjoy foods that don't dry out over the flame. • Don't forget foil. It's easi- ly overlooked, but aluminum foil is a useful commodity for a campfire cook. Campfire cooking surfaces may not be large enough to prepare every camper's food all at once, forcing cooks to cook courses or sides one at a time. Aluminum foil can keep cooked foods hot while the rest of the meal is still over the flame. Foil also can be used as a way to cook foods like vegetables over a flame without causing them to wither or dry out. Campfire cooking can be taken to a more flavorful level with a few simple tricks. GMTODAY.COM SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 2021 • WASHINGTON COUNTY POST • 3A If you would like to take part in this listing, call (262) 306-5075 for more details. 270124018 Jackson Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church N168 W20152 Main Street 262-677-3143 Sunday Worship: 9:00 AM Pastor Duane A Swenson Still Waters United Methodist Church 3617 Scenic Rd., www.stillwaterschurch.com; 262-677-1311; Contemporary Worship Sun Worship: 9 & 10:30am Sat. Worship: 5:00pm (Labor Day - Memorial Day) Staffed Nursery at all services for birth-3 yrs Sunday School - all services 3yrs-5 th gr Kewaskum Kewaskum House of Prayer 100 Clinton St. • 262-626-8337 • Pastor Joseph Brath • Worship Sun.10am and 6pm • Thurs. 7pm Monthly Creation-Evolution Meeting (2nd Mon.) 6:30pm Quest Youth Group, Warm Friendly Atmosphere Visitors Welcome! www.kehop.com Mequon Alliance Bible Church Sunday Worship Services are in-person & online: 9 & 10:45 AM; Kingdom Kidz (infant-5th gr) & Student Ministries (6th-12th) during both services. Brian Dainsberg, Lead Pastor, 13939 N. Cedarburg Rd, Mequon. 262-375-2400. Find us on FB, Instagram, Twitter, & YouTube. For more information: www.myabc.church Neosho Faith Bible Alliance Church W2477 Lehman Rd (on Highway 60) 920-625-3538, www.faithbiblealliance.com Sunday Worship at 10:00am Sunday School for all ages at 8:30am Ignition Youth: Sundays 4:00pm Journey 2 Jesus Wed. 6:30pm (Ages 3yrs-6th Grade) West Bend Calvary Church 1110 E Decorah Rd • 262.338.1171 Sunday Worship 10:00am Kids Church & Nursery Available www.calvarywb.org Community Church 2005 S. Main St., 262-338-0725 Sunday 8:30am & 10am; Nursery at both services Children's Ministry K-6th grade 10am Live-stream at 8:30am on our website: www.westbendchurch.org Eagle's Wings Nazarene Fellowship 609 Sandy Acre Drive, 262-334-7124; Pastor Glenn Butts; Sunday School 9:30am; Sunday Worship 10:45am; Ladies Bible Study Mondays 9:00am; Bible Study/Prayer Mtg Wednesdays 6:30pm www.wbnaz.com Fifth Avenue United Methodist 323 South 5th Ave, 262-334-2059, faumc.org Pastor Clarissa Martinelli A Welcoming Christian Community; Sunday Worship 9:30am Good Shepherd Lutheran (WELS) 777 Indiana Ave., West Bend, 262-334-7881 Thursday 6:30pm; Sunday 8am & 10am Sunday School & Bible Study 9:15am Christian Elementary School, Pre-K thru 8th Grade Little Lambs Child Care Center www.goodshepherdwels.org St. Andrew Lutheran Church (LCMS) & Early Childhood Campus 7750 State Rd. 144 North, 262-335-4200 Worship Sunday 9am Sunday Bible Study 7:45am www.standrew-westbend.org St. Paul's & St. Peter's Lutheran (WELS) St. Paul's - Hwy. Z & German Village Rd. Thurs. 6:30pm; Sunday 9:30am St. Peter's - Beaver Dam & Town Line Rd Sunday 8am, Pastor John Cook, 231-290-3311 *Important!* Due to the COVID-19 Virus, please check with your church for changes or cancellations. How to be a great campsite cook

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