KSR Equipment - May 2018

3 CAMPING TIPS For Your Best Adventure Yet

with a few ready-made meals and some nonperishable items. Dutch oven meals and hot dogs roasted over the campfire are great options, and snacks such as trail mix and fruit are easy to store. Think about the meals you normally cook at home, then decide which are adaptable for the campsite. Once you’ve decided on the meals — which could be a fun opportunity for the kids to get involved in the preparation — make a list and head to the grocery store. As you pack, make sure you have proper storage options for perishable and nonperishable items. If bears are a concern, think ahead about how you’ll safely store your food. PLAN ACTIVITIES — AND A FEW BACKUPS If it rains during the trip, don’t let the weather ruin your whole weekend. You may have to save fishing and hiking for another day, but there are still some activities you can enjoy in a sheltered area or a cozy tent. Bring along a few indoor activities, such as a deck of cards or games like Boggle, which require little equipment and can easily be stored in a backpack. To keep kids engaged outside, bring some picture books listing the plants and animals native to the area where you’re camping. You could even use the picture books to set up a nature scavenger hunt along a trail, which is a great way to motivate reluctant hikers. A few games can prevent the most dreaded words a parent will ever hear: “I’m bored.” What Our Customers Are Saying

Camping season is upon us. We all like to enjoy the scenery and adventure of the great outdoors with our families, but sometimes “roughing it” can be, well, rough. Luckily, a little prep goes a long way and can make camping more enjoyable for everyone. These three simple tips will let you spend more time soaking in the natural beauty around you and less time stressing about who brought the trail mix. DO YOUR RESEARCH Triple-checking your packing list won’t do you much good if you arrive at your destination and find it’s lacking some of the necessities you were counting on, such as water or restrooms. Campsites offer different amenities, and some can be quite meager. With a little research, you can find a spot that fits your family’s needs. Don’t want to pack in all your water? Find a site that has a pump. Are you bringing your dog? Look for a site that’s pet-friendly. Prefer a cabin or yurt over pitching a tent? Plenty of locations have these options. Most U.S. Forest Service websites and state and national park resources include these details. By doing your homework, you can find and reserve the place that fits your priorities. PLAN A SIMPLE, TASTY MENU Nothing ends a camping trip as quickly as realizing you didn’t bring enough food. To avoid this, plan your menu Jerry Kaisner Employee Highlight:

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Mike, his wife Jill, and their daughters Haidyn and Harper

Jerry Kaisner is the service manager at Pontiac. He started here as a service technician in 1984 and became service manager in 1996.

Jerry, his wife Donna, and their family

Jerry resides in Fairbury with his

wife Donna. They have four children and 18 grandchildren. Aside from spending time with his family, Jerry loves camping, woodworking, and hunting. Jerry is one of the most positive and influential people. He is always willing to lend a helping hand at the drop of a hat. Jerry has always exemplified what it means to be a great leader, husband, father, grandfather, friend, brother, brother in Christ, and co-worker. We can’t thank him enough for all he has done for KSR as a whole.

“My dad worked for Delbert Gardner back in the 1950s, so we’ve been involved with Deere and the Pontiac store since then. The service and parts departments are phenomenal. Jerry, Joe, and their crews always do a great job. John just bent over backwards for me with the last tractor deal. My girls come in all the time with me, and they treat us like family. I’ve been a customer for 30 years already and have always had a great experience with everyone here at KSR Equipment.” –Mike Francis

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