Using the fingers on your hand is one way to estimate how much time you have before sunset. This can be a handy tip when you need to find a campsite and do not have a light source available. Setting up a tent in the dark can be challenging. How […]
Why is our food quality so bad? Blame the consumer, not the system. The American food system is simply supplying what the American consumer is demanding. If you don’t want it or like it, don’t buy it. There are always alternatives – maybe not as cheap or convenient, but they are […]
Update: We were overruled by customer feedback asking for boil-soak pouches, and our position has since changed. In 2020, we transitioned all meals to heat-safe and waterproof pouches. You can add either boiling water/cold water to rehydrate meals in the pouch. For hikers that prefer to use actual dishes for eating, […]
Capitalism abounds when you eat mass-produced processed food brands It is no surprise that in a capitalistic society our food system has devoted its energies to increasing production yields so it can sell food as cheaply as possible. Clearly, making a profit is necessary to sustain a business — as […]
Many people are choosing organic food as they become more concerned with the relationship to the food they eat to that of their own health and the environment. Here you’ll find some of the reasons that convinced us in purchasing organic. We are happy to be in a position to share […]