You are excited about your upcoming backpacking trip but not the food preparation. You want to plan for the hike instead of preparing backpacking food, which, when done yourself, can take months. Making your backpacking food calls for considerable preparation. You must decide on a menu, purchase ingredients, prepare the meals, dry them using a dehydrator or freeze-dryer, measure and ration the portions, seal them into storage bags, and label the cooking instructions. Then, there is the concern about having packed enough food or too much. How will it taste – […]
Yearly Archives: 2010
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Finding a good campsite comes down to surveying the area for favorable conditions. Here’s what to look for – Inaccessible to Vehicles If you want to enjoy a peaceful camping experience, you have to get at least a mile away from any roads or parking lots. Doing so will eliminate vehicle noise, doors slamming, and other annoyances which detract from a natural wilderness experience. Statistically, you will be much safer when camping away from parking lots and roads. Most criminals will not walk more than 10 minutes from a public location to commit […]
Here are 4 knots you need to know if you participate in outdoor activities such as backpacking, boating, climbing, and caving. Knot tying is a useful skill for various applications, from securing gear to saving a life. These four are particularly valuable and easy to learn! 1. Bowline Knot The bowline received its name because it was traditionally used by sailors to affix the sail to the bow (front) of the boat. In the present era, it is referred to as the “King of Knots” because it is suited for […]
Grubby fingers? Foul breath? Food bits stuck in your teeth? Soiled Dishes? Backpacking without soap can leave you feeling uncomfortable and grimy. Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 organic hemp castile soap solves all these problems. We love this stuff – it is naturally scented, completely organic, biodegradable, highly concentrated, and serves a multitude of uses. Use Sparingly You only need a small amount of this soap since it is a highly concentrated oil. Cleaning Camp Dishes You may not even need it at all if you are consuming dried foods (dehydrated/freeze-dried). These meals are […]
Olive oil is an excellent choice for backpacking. Not only is it healthy and high in calories—containing 120 calories per tablespoon—but it also has numerous non-cooking uses. You can use olive oil instead of butter to enhance the flavor of your meals and increase their calorie content. It works well in soups, pasta, rice, and bean dips. Just a teaspoon of olive oil can significantly improve the taste of dehydrated foods. Adding it before cooking can also help prevent foods, like powdered eggs, from sticking to the pan. Olive oil […]