Lunch on the trail should be easy, quick, and energy-dense. Eating a large meal in the afternoon can slow you down, so your strategy is to eat light and often by snacking during the day and having a light meal for lunch. These cold-water prep meals are packed with complex carbohydrates, are quick to make, and are incredibly delicious. Here are a few easy options – Trail Salads Who says you can’t have a salad on the trail? Salads are refreshing, restorative, quick, and light. Here’s a glance at some of our favorite cold soak salads. 1. Mojo Mango Bowl – […]
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Planning a backpacking trip and not sure what to eat? Find the best backpacking food to sustain you with these tips.
Getting good sleep in the backcountry can be challenging, and a lousy night of rest does not make hiking enjoyable the next day. Here are a few tips to help you get better zzz’s. Find a Comfortable Camp Site. Take your time scouting a flat, rock-free spot and clear away any sticks and pine cones before pitching your tent. If you are sensitive to light, try to avoid areas with a direct view of the night sky. The light from a gibbous or full moon can be bright enough to keep you awake. Open areas can be windy. Pitching your tent […]
Have you ever gone hiking with an edgy friend who is always on the lookout for snakes on the sides of the trail? When discussing your previous weekend backpacking trip with your co-workers, how many times have you heard, “Aren’t you worried about snakes?” You should be cautious, but not worried about venomous snakes. Here’s why. Your Odds of a Snake Bite It is no surprise that many people fear interaction with snakes when most of the images presented to us about snakes through books, stories, and TV is a negative one. Modern sensationalistic documentaries would lead an uninformed person […]
Ginger is a pungent rhizome (the underground part of the stem) of the tropical herbaceous plant Zingiber officinale, which is botanically related to turmeric. Like turmeric, ginger is rich in many active and beneficial compounds. While it is best known for soothing an upset stomach, ginger also acts as a mild stimulant that promotes circulation and alleviates pain. Additionally, ginger has blood-thinning properties, which can help prevent internal blood clots. Whether you consume ginger fresh or powdered as a spice, it offers numerous healing benefits. It’s no wonder that ginger is such a powerful food. Ginger Health Benefits Pain Relief The […]