Food Guides

Food is food regardless of where it is prepared and where it is eaten, so why does the term “camping nutrition” exist? Camping nutrition is meant for people who love the great outdoors like hikers, backpackers, and mountain climbers. These activities require a lot of energy, which is why a camper’s diet is different from...

Canning and jarring are great methods of storing and preserving food for the long term. Often, people want to get involved in canning and jarring after they taste something reminding them of home. This might be a homemade spread or pickled cucumbers. When someone is interested in canning and jarring, it is important to learn...

There’s no better way to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family or even solo than to pack up a few necessities and head out to your favorite camping spot. However, it’s important to be sure the food and water you intend to use is safe, whether it’s brought from home or foraged in the...

“All men are equal before fish.” –Herbert Hoover Fishing is a rewarding outdoor activity. For some, it’s a peaceful and serene experience, which gives the mind time to think and drift. For others, fishing is a productive hobby, the result of which is a tasty dinner or a healthy breakfast they can serve up in...

Oh, the great outdoors! A time to enjoy nature, especially while camping, and participating in a variety of activities. Additionally, camping offers a change as it pertains to enjoying different kinds of foods that typically range from living off the land or bringing meals that have already been prepared. One such meal type that can...

There is a reason why people come back with different answers when asked what they love most about camping: there is a lot to love! Camping, in a way unlike any other activity, lets us truly unplug and get away from it all. In the soul-soothing quiet, the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest...

You planned day hikes, peaceful reflection, and the quiet, shaded ambiance of being far away from civilization. You packed a cozy sleeping bag, plenty of water, and sturdy, eco-friendly tools. But one of the real highlights of your camping trip will be the fire-roasted meals, well-earned and eagerly anticipated after wandering the woods and foraging...

Everyone loves to camp and everyone loves s’mores: the sweet campfire treat no camping trip is complete without. We have all had some variation of this fireside treat and we all know how great they can be. They’re gooey, they’re crunchy, and they’re downright a must if you are going camping. S’mores are no longer...

Keto is compatible with camping. There is no reason to fall off your keto diet just because you want to enjoy the outdoors on a camp out with family and friends. There’s also no reason to rely solely on protein bars and dehydrated camping food. Living keto doesn’t have to be a huge challenge on...