Camping and grilling go hand-in-hand. Everyone loves to roll out the grill and cook their favorite meals while enjoying the outdoors. Grilling is generally seen as a healthy alternative to frying food or even baking it. While this is true, there has been extensive research on the negative effect of carcinogens on the body and how grilling can increase the amount you consume. Carcinogens are linked to being one of the causes of cancer and should be limited as much as possible. Here are some ways that you can grill healthier for you and your family!

1. Marinate Your Meat: Marinating meat helps to reduce carcinogens. Kansas State University researchers marinated steaks in three different mixtures of oil, vinegar, and herbs and spices. After grilling, carcinogens in the marinated steaks were cut by 57 to 88 percent. Dozens of studies confirm the effect. The reason it works is not so clear: The marinade may create a protective barrier between the meat's proteins and the heat of the grill. Or the antioxidants in the marinade may combat the carcinogens head-on.

2. Clean Your Grill: Keep your grill clean by scrubbing with a brush before and after grilling food. Scrubbing keeps the buildup of carcinogens left on the grill grates to a minimum and makes your food taste so much better.

3. Ban Flare Ups: When you cook a fatty piece of meat, the fat that drips onto the flames creates smoke which may contain the much talked about carcinogens. If you grill lean meats, poultry, and fish, you'll have less fat which means less smoke, which means less of the bad stuff.

4. Beware of Burnt: A bit of char is unavoidable (and it tastes good), but incinerated meat will contain more cancer-causing compounds. Don't get the coals super hot and then plop fatty meat directly on the grill. The blackened parts of meat may also contain carcinogens, so remove all charred or burned portions of food before eating.

5. The Shorter the Cook Time, The Better: The faster foods are cooked, the less likely they'll develop dangerous charring. Don't cook meat past its goal temperature: 165 degrees for ground poultry; 160 degrees for ground red meats or mixtures and fresh pork; or 145 degrees for red meat steaks or chops.

6. Try Veggies: Go beyond meat and try grilling some unexpected foods like peaches, asparagus, or even bread. Throw fruits and veggies on the grill for a tasty, nutrient-rich side or dessert or give pizza a try for a quick dinner.

See the full article and even more tips from Cooking Light!

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Father Of The Year!

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1st Place - 2016 Father of the Year- Mike Lenihan Jr.
2nd Place - Sean Lintell
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Founder's Day Parade

Normandy Farms won "Most Beautiful" float in the Foxboro Founder's Day parade where the theme was Flowers and Farms.

2016 New Activities

Every year we do our best to come up with some new and exciting activities to add to our recreation program. This year we have 4 new activities and 1 new themed weekend that are sure to mix things up and keep our guests entertained! We had many requests for more adult and teen activities, so we have added a new workout class called Pound, Pickleball, Bunco, and Paint Night! Our new themed weekend is Superheroes Weekend! Tap into your inner Hero or Villain and join us and some special guests for Superhero training and lots more! Superhero Weekend is July 29th-31st!

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Virtual Tours

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Fireworks & Things To Do

Friday, July 1st

Taunton - Hopewell Park at 9pm

Saturday, July 2nd

Foxboro - Patriot Place at 9pm
Sharon - Barge on Lake Massapoag at 9:30pm
Attleboro - Parking lot at Cyril Brennan Middle School at 9:20pm
Walpole - Joe Morgan Memorial Field at 9:30pm

Monday, July 4th

Bellingham - High School at 9pm
Bridgewater - Legion Field at 9:30pm
Canton - Irish Cultural Center at 9:15pm
Famous Bristol, RI Parade 10:30am

Click here for a complete list of Things To Do in July

Looking for a Forever Home

My name is Jax and I am still waiting for my forever home! I am 6 years old and I think I am an Australian Cattle Dog Shepherd mix. I am super silly, adore snuggles and kisses, love to play and go for walks, Oh did I mention that I am very obedient. I would love a home with a female canine sibling or I could be the only dog, either way I can't wait to meet my new people who will love me for the rest of my life.

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BMX Bike Jam

Join us for the 3rd Annual BMX Bike Jam on Sunday, July 3rd at 10am. Click here for details.

Safari Tents

Our amazing Safari Tents are finally ready to book! Elevate your experience in one of our romantic, yet rustic safari tents. Please, note there is no water or electricity in these tents.

Sleeps 4.
Queen bed, futon couch and a pullout chair.
3 night minimum during July & August.
$99/night midweek; $125/night weekends/holidays.
To cancel, 2 weeks notice is required in order to receive a refund. There is a $10 processing fee for all cancellations.
$200 security deposit.
Chairs on porch.
Dining area for 4 on back porch.
2 Lanterns.
Check-in 3pm; Check-out 12pm.
Please note, there is no water or electricity in the tent and we do not provide any linens, blankets, pillows or towels (we do have a linen service for a fee, please inquire upon making the reservation for this service).
Unfortunately pets are not permitted.
Sorry, no discounts on rentals.

Congratulations!

Former team member, Valerie Jaskela, just welcomed a baby girl named Vivienne Moore Jaskela, born June 21. Best wishes to Val and family!

Birthdays and Anniversaries

July Birthdays
Jason Luciano 7/3, Sydney Rose Devaney 7/5, Marilyn Newton 7/8, "TJ" Clifford 7/13, Andrew Thornton 7/13, Sofia Svanholt 7/17, Tommy Ryan 7/19, Janet O'Reilly 7/25, Mark Sinclair 7/30.

We look forward to providing you and your family with the finest services and amenities for a truly memorable camping experience.

Sincerely,

The Daniels Family

Normandy Farms