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Redrogue60
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4 years ago

Refresh for Outdoor Retreat Ideas Featuring Old Favorites

Now that we made some fantastic strides for Spa Day I hope that we can in turn make some significant inroads for Outdoor Retreat. Here is my list for Outdoor Retreat. Much of what is being suggested involves just a bit of pack-integration that is perfectly fine to be unlockable if you have all the related packs.

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1st and foremost. IF Werewolves are introduced into the Sims 4, I think we should have a pack of Timber Wolves in Granite Falls. This is a callback to when you had to get nibbled by a wolf in Sims 2 in order to become a werewolf. The animal is fitting in this area. And seriously given the fact we already have dogs this won't be that hard on you. EDIT - Now that Werewolves are here I still want the Timber Wolves

https://i.redd.it/66qxprgzl2i11.jpg
The Nibbling Wolf from Sims 2
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z0gGr19QP9E/hqdefault.jpg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpZgquy8Wh4

***Many people on this post have mentioned the Hiking System from Snowy Escape and bringing it to this zone as well. I say most emphatically yes! Group Hiking, Taking the Dogs Hiking, Hiking with the Kiddos. Yes to it all.


Activities & Features


  • Arm Wrestling
    https://images.pexels.com/photos/3851463/pexels-photo-3851463.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200
  • Axe Throwing Station
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I5JxJVBPbU
  • Learning The Slap Dance & Chest Pound Gesture
    Slap Dance
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxXf3vzg540
    Chest Pound Greeting & Meeting Big Foot
    https://youtu.be/DwwbWHHdR8E?t=367
  • Bird Watching This would have been an especially fine thing to do in Cottage Living as well. Bird Watching is big in GB. Matter of fact the argyle sweater and skirt outfit would be welcome back as well.
    http://images2.fanpop.com/images/photos/7700000/The-sims-2-freetime-the-sims-2-7728114-1017-730.jpg
  • Backpacks
    https://static.taigame.org/image/screenshot/201304/the-sims-2-bon-voyage-8.jpg
  • Playing the Harmonica
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoauBe465qQ
  • Setting Up a Tent - I think the action of setting up a tent and the fun that can happen if you are unused to doing so would be a great upgrade. I also think tens should be affected by extreme weather
    https://www.activeweekender.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/friends-putting-up-tent.jpg
  • Sleeping Bags
    Sleeping Bags used in a Slumber Party
    http://img.bhs4.com/9a/d/9ad36093f7b581adae04b7175fa7c5e7f32047a5_large.jpg
  • Chopping Wood
    https://www.survivalkit.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-29-at-10.25.54-AM.png
    https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/5f/4b/9d/5f4b9dad5ea484535e4c1b127db982b0.jpg
  • Hammock
    https://c.stocksy.com/a/olC200/z9/525748.jpg
  • The Log Rolling Station
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ArI3lhyGG_4
  • Smaller Treehouse like in Sims 3
    http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20110703064041/sims/images/6/6f/Treehouses.jpg
  • The Bigfoot
    http://download.gamezone.com/uploads/image/data/1125687/bigfoot_the_sims.jpg
    https://www.bigfoot411.com/uploads/2/6/9/7/26977415/patty-hi-res-960-v1_orig.jpg
  • Update a spot in the zone to make it a rock climbing spot
    https://sims-online.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/sims-4-snowy-escape-rock-climbing-start.jpg
  • Panning for Gold
    http://alaskatours.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ATAHistoric-Gold-Panning.jpg
  • Update the Lake for Swimming
    https://simscommunity.info/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/01-13-15_4-30-PM.png
  • Spelunking Cave - Based off of Snowy Escape
    https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5596/14938962659_6e09bdd69d_n.jpg
    http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/sims/images/c/c5/Forgotten_grotto.png/revision/latest?cb=20141212174523
    https://simscommunity.info/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/videoplayback-2-719-1024x576.jpg
    https://spendyourdays.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/cave-formations.jpg
  • El Bandito the Raccoon and the Stinky Skunk
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eK8G46VP-vM&t=33s
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGLTfzLWYXQ
  • Maple Syrup Collection
    https://fthmb.tqn.com/2goYqiSt_eA5yFOJn14_Er2EcoU=/5160x3440/filters:fill(auto,1)/maple-syrup-collection-in-wisconsin-114518215-5a9d1ace43a103003742156c.jpg
    https://getaway-vacations.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/maple-syrup-vermont-1-min.jpg
    https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NvpRX7tVHRY/maxresdefault.jpg
  • Yurts for Glamping
    https://pacificyurts.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Nantahala-7.jpeg
    https://enlightenedescape.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/AdobeStock_80446758.jpeg
    https://www.glamping.com/static/media/uploads/hi-res/brushcreek_yurt_exterior_96dpi.jpg
  • Four Wheelers
    https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2701/1528/products/image_0392c050-1771-48e4-a416-32c3ae11a672_1200x1200.jpg?v=1600441110
  • Fog
    http://c2.peakpx.com/wallpaper/722/373/226/2k-cloud-fog-forest-wallpaper.jpg
  • Hiking Gear for the pups
    https://www.thermarest.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/DSC09234.jpg
    https://www.outdooroutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/bag-carrying-daylight-1448056.jpg
  • Updating the Pet clothing to reflect Seasons

    • Cold Weather Gear
    • Swimming & Boating Gear
    • Rain Gear
    • Pet Costumes

  • Allow winter weather Activities here and allow us to skate on the lake
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoCwarrnjWE
    Just a bit of winter ambiance for fun
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5Z_J6AcSuI&t=407s
  • Dogs & Cats Gravitating to the fireplace for warmth and to watch the flame.
    https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bhLKHCKVrwA/maxresdefault.jpg
  • Since we are on the subject of Fireplaces

    • How about fixing the Auto-Light Upgrade so it only comes on at 40 degrees or lower
    • Why not bring Flame color back from Sims 3
      https://sciencenotes.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/flamecolors.png
    • Add Stockings Interaction for fireplaces with Mantles
      http://edc.h-cdn.co/assets/15/46/1447436040-holiday-christmas-stockings-01.jpg



Additional Recipes


  • Chicken Pot Pie Recipe - From Bon Voyage Three Lakes - If we don't have it already
    https://www.eatwell101.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/chicken-pir-recipe.jpg
  • Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans
    https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5499/9486924617_8852083354_b.jpg
  • Steak and Eggs
    https://southpointcasino.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1/2013/04/steak-and-eggs.jpg
  • Corn Chowder
    https://www.studiodelicious.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/5M3A8435.jpg
  • Smoked Bacon
    https://cdn.copymethat.com/media/orig_recipe-20170108033225584890o1504.jpg
  • Smoked Salmon
    https://i.redd.it/jc5c1pkaoyg11.jpg
  • Smoked Sausage
    https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H0I_KEDOxiw/maxresdefault.jpg
  • Smoked Brisket
    https://i.pinimg.com/originals/99/44/c9/9944c91b1611357b11d23d3353257db3.jpg
  • Homemade Smoked Beef Jerky
    https://i2.wp.com/www.cookingwithlei.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/beef-jerky-6.jpg?fit=1152%2C1204&ssl=1
  • Cornbread - Frankly I wouldn't mind if all the cornbread recipes applied to Baking. But I've been saying for ages that Baking should be UPDATED to a Base Game Skill and all the things that would be easier to find Baking to be found there.
    https://www.bellyfatlossguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/homemadecornbread3.jpg
  • Tomato Cornbread
    https://naturesweet.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Glorys-Cornbread.jpg
  • Blueberry Cornbread with Honey
    https://theviewfromgreatisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/blueberry-cornbread-8485-August-06-2018-7.jpg
  • Maple Syrup Snow Candy
    https://i.pinimg.com/originals/18/fb/0b/18fb0b081f1f3f09eae4bbe6b1760ecc.jpg
  • Maple Syrup Fudge
    https://i.pinimg.com/originals/9c/aa/1e/9caa1e1820c9b50c8aa99b862306d187.jpg
  • Trail Mix
    https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Nutty-Berry-Trail-Mix_exps56502_TH2379800C04_27_3bC_RMS.jpg
  • Biscuits & Sausage Gravy - I'd like it if the biscuits were apart of the Baking Recipes and become an ingredient for this dish
    http://www.cookingmamas.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Country-Biscuits-Sausage-Gravy-1024x632.jpg


Buy

  • Dog House in the Log Cabin Style - Because people want dog houses. They want cooler dog beds too
    http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/originals/5a/57/20/5a57204d17f894443492b797e8c81c88.jpg
  • Buffalo Plaid Pet Bed
    https://i.stpost.com/telluride-buffalo-plaid-bolster-dog-bed-36x27-in-red-black~p~275wf_01~1500.2.jpg
  • Cowhide Print Pet Bed
    https://adorepetbeds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Faux-Cowhide2-min.jpg
  • Buffalo Plaid Dog Sweater
    https://www.glamourmutt.com/assets/images/Buffalo-Plaid-Handknit-Alpaca-Dog-Sweater-2.jpg
  • Porch Swing - Different Styles pictured not just for Log Cabins
    http://images.hayneedle.com/mgen/master:ALF116.jpg
    http://img1.southernliving.timeinc.net/sites/default/files/styles/etr_slider_landscape/public/image/2016/01/main/2163903_2013i0201.jpg?itok=8GI_NKoG
    http://madebymood.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Beautiful-little-tikes-swing-in-Southwestern-Phoenix-with-Elevated-Deck-next-to-Porch-Swing-alongside-Sunbrella-Fabric-Slip-Covers-andRoof-Extension-Cover-.jpg
    https://i1.wp.com/dougryanhomes.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/70-Rethink-Your-Outdoor-Space-by-Channeling-This-Dreamy-Porch-Swing-12.jpg?fit=969%2C966&ssl=1
    https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/fh02mar_02402_001.jpg
  • Water Canteen
    https://img0.etsystatic.com/000/0/5918270/il_fullxfull.212021844.jpg
  • Hiking Stick
    https://backroadsprotips.s3.amazonaws.com/article/hiking-sticks-benefits-sizing-techniques/hiking-sticks-banner.jpg
  • A Beary Good Friend Statue
    https://na.lvlt.sims3store.cdn.ea.com/u/f/sims/sims3/sims3store/objects/sculptureFloorWoodCarvingBigBear/Thumbnail_300x300.png
  • The Sims 1 Bear Skin Rug (Thank You Simmingal)
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOgTMox-qsg
  • The Big Ol' Glory Tree Ring
    https://static.miraheze.org/simswiki/5/58/Big_Ol_Glory_Tree_Ring_Display.png
  • Cabinet or Medicine Cabinet for the Herbalism Remedies
    https://66.media.tumblr.com/bb04715d40bd5c2a56d14733b6750f5e/tumblr_o5s66rvqC71v9yuapo1_500.png
    https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/FH17ONO_582_00_011.jpg
  • Cigar Store Indian
    https://i.pinimg.com/736x/aa/c1/b1/aac1b1ccfb2a78b50a6eb3c2a47d80c2--cigar-store-indian-tree-carving.jpg
  • The Heinmity Column
    http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/sims/images/f/f8/LS2-BonVoyage-Pagecover.png/revision/latest?cb=20131203012444&path-prefix=es
  • Huuuuge Bill Statue
    http://na.lvlt.sims3store.cdn.ea.com/u/f/sims/sims3/sims3store/objects/sculptureFloorMountainGiantLumberJack4x4/Thumbnail_300x300.png
  • The Mountain Man's Lighter Lamp
    https://na.lvlt.sims3store.cdn.ea.com/u/f/sims/sims3/sims3store/objects/lightingTableMountain/Thumbnail_300x300.png
  • Not Really Antlers Display
    https://na.lvlt.sims3store.cdn.ea.com/u/f/sims/sims3/sims3store/objects/sculptureWallAntlersPlaque/Thumbnail_300x300.png
  • Redwood Hot Tub
    https://i.pinimg.com/originals/4b/3f/d3/4b3fd38d6e749c7e699702aac0f1a336.jpg
    https://i.pinimg.com/originals/f4/da/b8/f4dab85755374c7f68979f1c70aef109.jpg
  • Small Telescope
    http://thumbs.modthesims2.com/img/3/1/6/9/9/6/3/MTS_Esmeralda-1517921-in-gameuse2.jpg
  • Survival of the Fittest Chandelier
    http://na.lvlt.sims3store.cdn.ea.com/u/f/sims/sims3/sims3store/objects/lightingCeilingAntlerMountain2x2/Thumbnail_300x300.png
  • A small Sims 1 - Vacation throwback
    http://thumbs.modthesims2.com/img/9/0/7/6/9/0/4/MTS_AlexCroft-1692755-10-05-17_0-10-27.jpg
  • More cabin themed bedding in general would be nice
    http://ep.yimg.com/ay/newportantiques4-shop/boulder-creek-cabin-bed-set-queen-2.gif
  • Sofa in Cowhide Print
    https://a.1stdibscdn.com/rustic-modern-cowhide-leather-solid-pine-loveseat-sofa-settee-by-null-for-sale-picture-3/f_22553/f_110728711528951666647/solid_pine_loveseat_sofa_cowhide_leather_7_master.jpg?width=768
  • Smoker - and please make it work with (snaps to counters and comes in colors that compliment) already existing Outdoor Kitchen grills and counters
    https://image.sportsmansguide.com/adimgs/l/6/643759i3_ts.jpg



Build - Frankly the rental properties in Outdoor retreat are UGLY. The wall textures are just clapboard and not log cabin, which if we were trying to make something beautiful log cabin would have been better.

1. Log Cabin Wall Textures
http://homesfeed.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/stunning-rustic-log-cabin-style-home-design-with-unique-poles-and-stone-base-foundation-and-two-story-and-lighting-in-the-middle-of-lush-vegetation.jpg
2. Beautiful
https://www.namericanlogcrafters.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Log-Cabin-Home.jpg
3. Large Stone Fireplaces that we can place a TV above
https://homesfeed.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/adorable-log-cabin-style-home-design-with-log-wall-and-log-ceiling-and-hardwood-floor-and-rustic-stone-fireplace-and-cream-seating-and-patterned-area-rug-and-glass-window.jpg
4. If you add cars and garages add a garage door this attractive
https://s3.amazonaws.com/static-loghome/media/staining-options3.jpg
5. Post & Beam Gables - Actually Gables in general would be great
https://www.lakecountrylog.com/wp-content/themes/chimera-framework/chimera/timthumb.php?src=https://www.lakecountrylog.com/wp-content/uploads/Products-Post-and-Beam-7.jpg&w=1600&h=900&zc=1&a=c&q=80
6. Front Door for a Log Cabin
http://upload.treesranch.com/2016/11/30/carved-log-cabin-entrance-doors-log-cabin-porches-lrg-dab34377f497a046.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/51/6f/a7/516fa743e37b98805f5f61abbc268c3d.jpg
http://st.hzcdn.com/simgs/2bc1aee00f99a349_4-9423/traditional-entry.jpg
7. Stairase, Fence, Columns, Railings
https://www.quick-garden.co.uk/media/image/f0/ba/f3775dc6a80c4d34ecc8949a6115.jpeg
http://cabinobsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/d-657x1024.jpg
https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ba31a5240f3bdb03_2120-w500-h666-b0-p0--rustic-staircase.jpg
http://st.hzcdn.com/simgs/25f193a60512c30d_4-2946/rustic-exterior.jpg
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Pj2mhf4rxK8/VmtrUN9QmbI/AAAAAAAAIUw/7Y_-5wzWYs0/s1600/Green%2Bcedar%2Bscreen%2Bdoor.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/d0/e3/a4/d0e3a4781e4f55853e0e349befe8044c--log-homes-exterior-design-living.jpg
8. Ground Edging as seen here
http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120817042120/sims/ru/images/thumb/2/25/The_Sims_2_Bon_Voyage_Screenshot_05.jpg/800px-The_Sims_2_Bon_Voyage_Screenshot_05.jpg
9. Log Cabin Windows (Thank you Mod the Sims for the Sims 2 pictures)
http://thumbs2.modthesims.info/img/3/0/0/3/8/9/8/MTS_iCad-1266560-colors.jpg
http://thumbs2.modthesims.info/img/3/0/0/3/8/9/8/MTS_iCad-1266561-colors.jpg
10. Porch Screens
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/cf/ab/61/cfab6124b2ae83a775779ab3a43aff83.jpg
https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vc-HFE8xoQE/UoEVspR4bHI/AAAAAAAADdM/9zZvOLf1l0M/s1600/p3-screen-windows-and-door.jpg