Winter Camping

It may be snowy and cold but winter camping is the way to go!

Plan the Trip

Before even thinking about wearing your snow shoes and hitting the snow, plan everything first. Like any other camping activity, despite any season (Summer, Winter, Spring, Autumn), camping can post significant danger – you are facing the freezing wrath of nature at its rawest form. Keep in mind that everything you do will be significantly slower compared to summer camping due to the coldness of the climate, and the hindrance thick snow can bring. It is also important to keep in mind that daylight is a lot shorter in the winter, so it is best to finish setting camp before dark.

Research the Location

As with any trip, it is always best to do a little research on where you and your group are going winter camping. For your researching convenience, there is always the Internet. Google the park or resort you are planning to go to. Know the facilities, snow levels, accident history (very important!), etc. Avalanches and deep snow are the biggest threats to winter camping, so it is best to know whether your choice location is avalanche prone.

Snow quality is also very important. know whether the place have deep snow all throughout the season, or whether they have quick melting snow, or thin ice lakes. These locations are not advised.

Group size

Take note of how huge your camping group is going to be, so you would have enough food, shelter, shade, fire, etc., enough to accommodate everybody. It is also important to take note how many, if any, are experienced with winter camping, or camping per se.

Hypothermia and Frostbite

Given that it is winter, the key to having fun without making the trip life-threatening is to keep warm. Hypothermia and frostbite are two conditions that are potentially fatal when left untreated. Hypothermia is a condition where the normal body temperature about of 100° F (37.8° C) drops below 95° F (35° C). Hypothermia can cause system excitation such as severe shivering, hypertension, and vasoconstriction. It can also cause cold diuresis, difficulty in speaking, confusion, hypothalamus malfunctions, frostbite, and in severe cases, death.

Frostbite is a condition where isolated parts of the body (more commonly the fingers and toes) suffer from extreme cold temperature which causes the skin, tissue, and blood vessels to freeze. Deep frostbite may lead to eventual amputation.

Dress your [Winter] Best

It is always vital to keep warm during the winter season whether you’re camping or not. As said earlier, hypothermia and frostbite are two conditions that you should be wary about as these can be very dangerous and most of the times fatal.

Layer your clothing

The best method to keep warm outdoors is to layer your clothing. Layer loose clothing over each other. Layering clothing allows you to be versatile by letting you easily adjust your clothing according to temperature, activity level, or precipitation. Several shirts, a sweater, and a jacket is a suitable combination which allows you to adjust your insulation system in more ways than will a single heavy insulating coat.

But remember not to ‘overheat’ your clothing by over-layering. Too much insulation will of course cause sweating, and sweating can eventually cause chilling later on. Adjust your layers of clothing to meet the outside temperature or intensity of activity accordingly.

Material-ize

Wool is an ideal material for cold weather because it is durable and water resistant. Even when soaked, it can still keep you warm. Various clothing items such as blankets, socks, hats, mitten, sweaters, coats, and even pants are available in wool. However, some people have skin that are irritable to wool. You can always use wool blends or simply wear it over another item made of other fabrics.

Synthetic fabric is an ideal material for inner layer clothing because it has the ability to wick away moisture from your body. Remember that dry clothing is warm clothing.

Avoid any clothing made from cotton, as cotton loses its insulating qualities whenever it becomes wet.

Happy Feet

Probably one of the most important clothing item for winter camping is durable and insulating shoes. Snow appropriate footwear is essential because it will have the most contact with snow. Snow boots that are moisture proof, waterproof, and of course, warm, are vital.

Mittens or Gloves?

It’s advisable to bring both mittens and gloves. Mittens are more effective in creating and retaining heat for your fingers as it allows your fingers to be in direct contact with each other. Gloves on the other hand allow movement and dexterity, which is necessary for the many tasks around the camp. Mittens may be too clumsy too work with.

Don’t be shy

Don’t be afraid about bringing extra hats, gloves, mittens, sweaters, socks and shirts as you can never know how cold it could get at the middle of the night. Winter camping is not a fashion show, it is always better to be warm and comfy, than stylish and sorry.

Food and Water

Winter camping food should not just be any junk food you could find on your refrigerator, as said many times earlier, it is important to keep warm – so it is best to pack up on carbohydrates. Carbohydrates will not only give you a lot of energy for hiking and other winter camping activities, but it will also give keep your body warm for quite a long time. Proteins like meat, nuts, grains and fish are also recommended. If not on a diet or does not suffer from any heart ailments, fatty foods such as margarine, butter, milk, pork, etc. are excellent sources of warmth (ever wonder why polar bears, dugongs, seals, and walruses survive freezing weather? It’s primarily because of fat.).

It is also essential to drink plenty of water. The dry winter air can dehydrate you faster than you can notice it, so it is best to drink up. Water also helps to keep your body warm. Know when you actually are dehydrated? If your urine already has a vibrant yellow color, and when you pinch your skin and it awkwardly flexes back slower than usual – you’re as dry as a desert.

Shelter

What’s camping without shelter? Not every tent is appropriate for winter camping, so you better make sure your tent is cold proof. Sleeping bags should also be heavily insulated, it is better to have more than one. It should also be spacious to accommodate you and your gear. For more experienced winter campers, building a quinzhee, snow cave, or igloo is also a viable option, not to mention fun.

It’s best to keep the inside of your shelter dry, for obvious reasons. Candles (for big tents and snow shelters only) are good items that will not only give light and warmth, it can also keep the air dry. Before entering your shelter, try to get warm first. Do some jumping jacks or other slightly vigorous activity just so you’re warm when you enter your tent.

Remember that in winter camping, staying warm is key to have a fun, safe, and exhilarating winter experience.

Mountain House Freeze Dried Food Review:

Well known by camping enthusiasts, Mountain House is the most popular brand of freeze dried foods and have been around for more than 30 years. One of the advantages to this brand is that campers don’t have to compromise while they’re enjoying nature. Mountain House has foods like Chicken a la King, Chicken Breast and Mashed Potatoes, Hearty Beef Stew, Lasagna, Granola with Blueberries and Milk, Chocolate Strawberry Crunches, Organic Fruits, and many more. There are plenty of vegetarian choices, as well. They also guarantee more than one serving in each packet.

Freeze-drying is a dehydration process that first freezes the food and then reduces the surrounding pressure forcing the frozen water to immediately evaporate.  The food is made to last for a long time and placed into pouches, vacuum packs, wraps, cans and more. They’re very easy to prepare; you simply pour boiling water into the bag, zip it and allow it to cook for a few minutes and then you’re good to go. One might think that freeze dried food is pretty gross but this brand has been recognized as having the best tasting dehydrated foods on the market.

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Heater Meals Self Heating Entrée Review:

Boasting that they’re the number one, shelf stable emergency meal used by agencies, Heater Meals has been creating delicious non freeze dried foods for more than 16 years.  Heater Meals entrees are made from a high quality food cooking and packaging process (similar to canning) called retort packaging.  The result is a long shelf and easy storage.  Retort is a cooking technique that uses high temperatures and pressure to cook food in its sealed package; either a retort tray or a retort pouch.  They’re quite popular with campers and others who need great nutrition when hot meals aren’t available.

The patented secret behind these delicious foods is provided by the Truetech Self Heating Technology and the Truetech Flameless Ration Heater or FRH.  FRH is a water-activated heater which is non-toxic and has been specially created to serve US militaries.  The FRH is used to heat every type of Military MRE.  The main role of such a heater is to quickly and safely heat food without the use of actual fire.  How amazing does that sound?

Campers, boaters, hunters, hikers and others can enjoy delicious, hot food even if they’re not in an area where cooking is possible. Other advantages of using these heaters are the following: they are great at raising temperature of 8 oz. food pouch at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit, so you will have no trouble eating your favorite dish and enjoy its original taste and flavor, they do not use any flames or electrical power (no matter where you are, you can count on them), the special heaters are eco-friendly as they are made of iron, magnesium and sodium.

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Freeze Dried Food and Meals Ready to Eat Differences:

While individuals will need their own boiled water in order to take advantage of Mountain House foods, the Heater Meals provide the water that starts the heater. This means you are completely self-sufficient with these meals and need no flame or electricity. Both kinds of meals provide everything else needed to enjoy the meal, from utensils to seasonings.

Overall, both of these brands provide excellent foods and have a huge customer base that favors them.  While the Heater Meals may be a bit more convenient, those who will be around boiled water may not mind that Mountain House doesn’t provide the water. In any case, they’re both great companies and individuals are encouraged to sample both before making up their minds.

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Water – You absolutely cannot afford to forget water. This is especially true if you’re going to do physical activities like walking long distances, hiking, fishing, or other things that burn a lot of calories and make you sweat. Water bottles or gallon jugs are easier to carry than the provided, bulky water carriers.

Pre-made Sandwiches – Sandwiches provide a lot of nutrition and can essentially replace an entire meal. As long as they have plenty of fibers and proteins, they’re a great camping food.

Salad – Salads rich in fruits and vegetables can provide a lot of nutrition and are extremely healthy. They can be carried in plastic containers or sandwich bags for individual portions. They’re lightweight, and a great camping food.

Fresh Fruits – Bananas, apples, or other fruits that are high in nutrition can help you stay healthy during your camping trip. Rather than packing snack cakes or chips, take fresh fruit and stay healthy!

Stew, Noodles, Chili – These are great, filling foods that are high in protein and carbs that provide needed energy. These can be warmed over the campfire and are also a great comfort food. Just don’t forget plastic bowls and utensils.

Energy Bars – These require no cooking, and can give you a lot of protein and energy very quickly. They’re also super-easy to eat on the go, during hikes or walks.

Coffee, Tea, and Other Beverages – It’s super easy to take instant coffees, teas, and beverages that can be mixed with water at the camp site. These provide energy, comfort, and hydration.

Canned Foods – While canned foods aren’t lightweight, they have a long shelf life and can be rather tasty. Chunky soups, vegetables, canned meats like tuna and chicken, and canned sandwich spread are great ideas!

Marshmallows – Let’s face it. If you’re going camping, you can’t forget the marshmallows! They’re the perfect food for sitting around the fire and everyone loves them.

Don’t leave these foods behind when you go on your camping trip, and you’ll have a nutritious, delicious meal each time you’re hungry.

Camping Tent Size

The first thing you’ll want to think about is size. While you might think a 2-person tent is big enough for two people, there are things you’ll want to consider. Will you be taking air mattresses, and what sizes are they? Will your tent hold lots of camping gear, food, and other supplies? If so, you’ll want a tent that is big enough to accommodate all of that, with a little extra room so you’re comfortable. Therefore, sometimes bigger is better. Also, when it comes to storage, many tents have ‘loft’ storage that allows you to get some of your gear up off of the ground, and offers more room at ground level.

Lightweight or Not?

If you’ll be backpacking to the campground, you’ll want to consider the most lightweight tent you can find. Tents that are heavy will be a big burden as you’re walking, so the lighter the tent, the better. Hoop tents are known for being rather light, and easy to carry as you backpack. If you will not be backpacking, you don’t have to worry about whether the tent is lightweight, but remember that at some point in the future, backpacking might come up, so you may want to purchase a lightweight tent anyway.

Weather-Resistant

There are camping tents available for typical summer weather, those available for cold weather and rain, and those are equipped to handle snow and other fierce weather. It’s a good idea to go ahead and purchase a tent that is equipped to deal with at least rain and cold weather. Some tents are specially sealed around the seams to prevent leaking, and feature a ‘bathtub’ bottom incase water stands around the tent. These are some special features to consider if you expect to deal with rain on your camping trip. Some individuals still recommend purchasing a good tarp or two to place under the tent and over top of the tent during a storm, in order to keep you and your gear and the inside of your tent dry.

Camping Tent Designs

As you begin shopping for tents, you will see that there are numerous camping tent designs. The designs do matter, and knowing how those designs are beneficial will help you choose one. A Geodesic tent is very strong, using intersecting tent poles to make the structure more sound. They’re often used for expeditions or in cases when a super-strong tent is needed. A tunnel tent is beneficial for longer stays, as the inside is typically more spacious than in a regular dome tent. In addition, it’s easier to stand and walk in these tents, as the ‘ceiling’ is not sloping from a single point like with other tents. A dome tent is perhaps one of the most lightweight tents, typically using just two poles that intersect. These are good for families as well as single campers, and are typically cheaper than geodesic or tunnel tents. Family tents are also great for larger groups of people, but are typically harder to set up, and are used for the duration of the trip so that one only has to pitch it once. These are not good tents for moving around a lot during camping.

By using these guidelines, you can choose the right camping tent for your particular camping needs.

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Smart Tips For Packing Campfire Meals

First of all, you will need some great Ziploc freezer bags as part of your smart camp cook’s supply, instead of the bulky boxes or cans. Think about using sandwich, gallon and quart size freezer bags, and the environment will also be most thankful, as you will dramatically reduce the litter quantity that you will leave behind. In order to determine the exact number of Ziploc bags you will need, think carefully about the exact ingredients you are going to take along on your camping trip.

Dried Foods – these are an absolute must when you’re camping and you don’t want to cook. Beef jerky, dried fruits, dehydrated vegetables and sauces; these are all great items to pack for your trip. These can be mixed with boiling water later, or eaten dry for a quick, nutritious snack. Each of these items can be stored in Ziploc bags, eliminating the need for bulky containers and boxes.

Once you are done preparing these meals, you need to throw a glance at the rest of the canned food and boxes, and relocate everything that can be moved from these to Ziploc bags. Think in terms of necessary requirements, there’s no point in packing ten pounds if you know you will only need three pounds. As you might have guessed by now, Ziploc bags are the great storage place for these ingredients. Place all the salt and pepper you will use in sandwich bags and simply leave the rest at home.

Now it’s time to talk about cold foods. Of course Ziploc bags are important storage means for cold foods, and you should act the same as you did with for your dry foods: place everything in your Ziploc bags and forget about your bulky boxes. The fact that you will be able to save up some space in your backpack might not be extremely important to you at first, but just think about how much will you appreciate having to carry a lighter weigh once you’re up those mountains.

Most people carry around a lot of ice, especially if their camping or hiking trips are planned in the summer. Ziploc bags can come in extremely handy even when it comes to ice, as the double-sealed freezer bags can be successfully used to keep all of your meat and frozen foods, but these bags will also work as ice packs also. You might want to label your bags with a Sharpie marker so you know how long perishable foods will stay good, and so you can easily organize your food. This will make it easier to find when you’re ready to have a bite to eat!

In conclusion, once you get the hang of these amazingly useful Ziploc bags, you will never want to let them go when you go camping, thanks to their high convenience degree.

Healthy Camping Food

It’s important to have the supplies you need in order to keep your food, such as coolers in the summer for cold drinks or ingredients that have to be kept cold. If you’ll be cooking food, you’ll need pots, pans, utensils, dishes, and any seasonings you plan to add. Creating a menu and packing the ingredients based on that can be very helpful.

Healthy Camping Food to Pack

One of the things avid campers know is that you should only pack what’s essential to the trip. The last thing you want is an extra 20 or 30 pounds in your backpack that you don’t really need to be lugging around. Therefore, lighter foods are better. For instance, dried cereals that can be eaten with nothing but hot water (such as flavored oatmeals) are a great idea. Dehydrated fruits like blueberries, raisins, and cranberries make a great, nutritious snack.

Nuts and granola bars are also an excellent addition to the supplies. Dried noodles and dehydrated sauces can make delicious dinners. A few cold or frozen meats might be a great idea, in addition to eggs and any desserts you might want. Pack cold foods sparingly, though, especially since most people go camping in the stifling heat of the summer. Use alternatives when you can. For instance, canned spray cheese that doesn’t require refrigeration can be used in place of sliced cheese. Peanut butter, canned meats, and canned vegetables are also great ideas.

Length of Trip

Finally, consider the length of your trip as you pack. You’ll want to ensure that you have plenty of food for breakfast, snacks, lunch, dinner, and desserts (as well as drinks) for the entire length of your camping trip. Following these tips makes it easy to plan for healthy camping food during your camping trip!

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Camping Food You Should Pack.

Ready-to-Eat Snacks

While snacks are usually kids’ favorite camping food, who says you can’t take some bags of delicious biscuits or cereal bars and transform them into the most nourishing meals ever? You should stop basing all your cooking and eating decisions on the fact that you are going to use a stove on your trip, because chances are something goes wrong and you won’t be able to use any fire and boiled water. So having some nice ready-to-eat food supplies is absolutely mandatory.

You can also add your own personal touch of taste to these snacks and mix together everything you love, such as dried fruits and peanuts to biscuits and jelly beans. Pick up a few packs of trail mix or similar snacks that are high in protein and vitamins. They’re fairly inexpensive and can provide a great option when you’re on the move and hungry. Another great idea is any food that you can eat cold, such as cans of spaghetti, sandwiches, or snacks that don’t have to be heated.

Frozen Food

As for the frozen foods’ compartment, you can use ice to store them in coolers. However, these foods should be limited. They’re not only generally heavy, but if some unforeseen circumstance comes up and you’re stuck in the woods longer than you’d planned, the ice can melt and  your food can ruin.

Emergency Food

Foods that are extremely rich in calories can be real life saviors in extreme emergency cases, such as snow storms. Apart from the fact they are light-weighted, they are also extremely nourishing and they are the perfect meal for light-hiking lovers. Such an example of caloric food is peanut butter that comes in unbreakable bottles made of soft plastic and they do not require any repackaging. If you’re allergic to peanut butter, you can always opt for chocolate and cheese and enjoy the same results. Regardless emergency food is an easy camping food to pack.

Eggs, Fruits and Vegetables

You need to eat a lot of fiber every day so you can avoid constipation, so carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, cucumbers, green peppers, but also apples, bananas, strawberries and eggs are great examples of foods that can really contribute to your daily well-being.

Spices

Don’t forget to pack salt, pepper, soy sauce or tomato sauce. Add any condiment or spice that you like to enhance the flavor of your camping food with!

Beverages

As for the drinks you should pack, juice boxes and packed milk are always refreshing. Nonetheless, your main focus should be on potable water, and bringing a water purification device can be very handy. Remember you can only survive a few days without drinking water, so you should focus on carrying more water, instead of foods.

Finally, make sure you strictly follow all the minimal sanitation rules, such as washing your hands before eating using some hand-wipes and a squeeze-bottle of rubbing alcohol. This way, you will avoid any mishaps and you will be able to enjoy a great time camping with some great camping food.

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Kids aren’t too big on foods like beans, beef jerky, or nuts. However, you can make sure your kids get plenty of vitamins and nutrients by packing some of their favorite foods for the camping trip. Hamburgers and hotdogs are a great camping food, and kids typically love these items. In addition to this, dried fruits like apple chips or bananas and raisins are a great way to get vitamins and they’ll appeal to your kids’ taste buds. Baked potato chips are a good addition!

Peanut butter and jelly or honey are great items to take along for the little ones, so don’t leave these out. You can use your imagination to create some of your kids favorite foods from home at the campsite.

Another camp food for kids that is usually a top choice are grilled cheese sandwiches; these are not hard to prepare, require few ingredients but ask for your rich imagination, so you can have fun feeding your child while camping. Also, peanut butter and jelly or honey are some of the kids’ favorites. Make sure to pack them before you leave.

Needless to say you can quickly gain the heart of a kid, or at least his attention if you offer him pizza. So make sure you put together individual pizzas while at home, and then warm them up at the campsite, using the small grill, and you’ll have a delicious meal everyone will appreciate greatly.

My favorite camp food for kids are S’mores. They make for a delicious dessert your children are going to adore, plus they are a real camping tradition. Imagine singing along with your little ones while eating s’mores. Of course, a healthy alternative for a dessert are fruits, so bring along apples, bananas or grapes, as they are easy to store and usually all kids like them. By remembering these foods, you can ensure that your child will have a great time camping and get all the nutrition and vitamins he or she needs.

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Best Camp Food Practices

Planning exactly what you are going to eat each day and at each meal can really ease your situation, as you will know exactly what to buy, what to pack, how to pack it, and what to precook at home. Start by creating a list titled, Food for Camping. Here you’ll list all of the camp food meals you’re going to create. Carefully map out all of the required ingredients for each camp food item on the list. It’s best if you can pack food that requires little to no cooking or are ready to eat out of the box. After all, you want to enjoy yourself, not spend all of your time cooking camp food.

Camp Food For Camping

If you can’t stand the thought of camping without having hotdogs and s’mores roasted over the open fire, be sure to pack those. Things such as ice coolers are great for fresh food that needs to be eaten in the first days. Canned food makes excellent camp food and can be stored and eaten in the final part of your trip, as it lasts much longer than fresh food. You can profit from the long shelf life of canned foods and check an item off your list by packing those days before you actually depart for your trip. Items that are refrigerated on the other hand need to be packed at the last minute. Add plenty of freeze-dried or dehydrated foods to your list, as they require little to no cooking and are absolutely delicious. Dried fruits, beef or perk jerky, dehydrated veggies, and similar foods can be great foods for camping trips.

Water

Be sure to pack water and other liquids. Staying properly hydrated is extremely important. Pack pre-bottled water, or put tap water into empty plastic bottles. Since it’s likely to be stored for days it’s highly recommended that the water be freshly filtered. If you’re headed to a popular camping resort chances are there might be potable water at the campsite but you can never be too precautious when it comes to staying hydrated. Finally, be sure to carry around en empty two-liter pop (soda) bottle or canteen you can fill when you find some tasty drinkable water along your trip.

There you have the bare essentials. Camp food, water, and a great attitude are the only crucial ingredients you will need to ensure a happy camping trip. Use your creativity to think of delicious camp food meals to create with the items above and your next camping trip will be a success!

When camping, you don’t have to eat sandwiches the entire time you’re out, or even baked potatoes, chili, or hotdogs; the normal things people think of when it comes to camping foods. You can have a huge variety of foods if you allow your creativity to come to the forefront. As long as you have access to fire, pretty much any kind of food you cook in your kitchen can be tried out in the wilderness, with great results. Let’s discuss some tools to make easy camping meals.

Tools for Camping Meals

A frying pan or a Dutch oven can make for excellent cooking equipment while camping, you just need to establish what you plan on eating and opt for the right cookware. For instance, there are pots and pans that are part of the same set, and some of them even enable the tucking of fuel canisters inside them. Here are some examples of cooking items you will find handy if you decide to actually do some cooking while enjoying your splendid camping days: salt, pepper, other spices, cooking oil, pot holder, aluminum foil, spatula and tongs, can opener, knives, a cutting board, paper or plastic silverware, plates and cups and a mixing bowl.

Tin can cooking is recommended if you only have a few campers you need to feed. A small campfire or a buddy burner will do wonders to the food inside the cans, practically heating it and making it eatable. Hot and nourishing food in minutes – this is as good as it gets. Try soups, tuna fish or beans for a diversified menu.

If you are looking to actually do a little more cooking, you should try pit cooking. All you need is aluminum foil and a Dutch oven. Burry some rocks or coals in the ground, heat them and, as they cool off, they will warm your food and cook it. Don’t know how to do this? Just dig a hole about three times larger than your cookware dimensions, line the pit with rocks and build a fire. Let it burn for an hour, push hot coals inside into the center, layer your wrapped food on top of the coal and be sure to place more on top. Leave it there for a few hours and you will enjoy an exquisitely tasty food.

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Fast and Easy Camping Meals

Easy Camping Meals

Firstly, you don’t have to be afraid to take along basic hamburgers or hot dogs with you when going camping, as most people love at least one of these meals. They are extremely easy and fast to prepare, and they’re generally a crowd-pleaser.

Freeze dried food is another great idea for easy camping meals. It is cheap, easy and quick to prepare. The great thing about freeze-dried food is that there are many different varieties, so finding something that will suit several people shouldn’t be difficult. These foods are also generally designed for camping; quick cook times, travel packaging, etc. Canned food is also a great idea, as there are many different kinds, and cooking is either not required or can be done very quickly. Food that comes in boxes, such as noodles, mac and cheese or rice are great examples of foods that are light weighted, they cook real fast and they are quickly disposable.

Feel like a cereal bar? Have your pick. Breakfast food such as granola and fruits are always a real blessing when going camping, thanks to ease of carrying and the fact that cooking is not required.. Other foods that make great additions to your camping supplies include dried fruit, beef jerky, trail mix, and nuts. These make great snacks, as they have a lot of carbs and proteins that will provide necessary energy for hiking and other outdoor activities.

Crackers are a great camping food, and they can be combined with anything from tuna to cheese. They’re also lightweight and easy to carry. Taco salads or pita bread pizza are also great examples of foods you should take along. As for the drinks, you should avoid liquids and go for powders instead to reduce the weight of your backpack. Coffee, tea and Gatorade powder are just some of the beverages you should think of. Of course, it’s important that you don’t forget water, and bring along plenty of it. Bottles are easier to carry than heavy containers.

In conclusion, make sure you pack food that is easy and quick to cook, or requires no cooking at all, it is easy to carry around and leaves little left over trash. There you have it, a quick summary of some easy camping meals.

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Why would you try indoor camping? Because it’s tons of fun and it can really make those cold days seem shorter. Firstly, make sure you own a fireplace, because this will be the star of your reenactment. Prepare it, clean it and buy enough wood. Decorate it using leaves and branches you find near your home, just to keep that forest spirit alive even inside your home. Safety measures need to be carefully covered, as the dangers of a fire starting are quite large. Also, clear the surface located in front of the fireplace, because this is where you will set up your camp.

You’re also going to need your tent, so make sure you gather all the blankets, carpets and some pillows to be as comfortable as possible in your indoor tent. Place the tent close to the fireplace, but not too close, as you don’t want to create a fire hazard. If you don’t actually own a tent yet, use your blankets and a rope to make a tent, by tying a rope across the room and hanging the blankets over the rope. Secure the corners of the blankets as close to the floor as you can by placing weights on them and try to obtain a triangular shape.

As for the camp food, take advantage on the fact that you are actually still inside your home and use your oven or microwaves to cook your food fast, just like you would if you were on a genuine camping trip. Hotdogs, marshmallows or marinated barbecue, root beer or hot chocolate drinks can be top choices.

As for the indoor camping atmosphere you are not very likely to create in your living room, you can always use your iPod and listen to some nature sounds that imitate anything from the wind blowing to crickets or birds singing. Also, you can invite a friend over, so you can keep the fun coming by telling ghost stories or play spin-the-bottle by the fire, or you can relax on your own watching the fireplace. Sure, it will feel a little like you’re a kid playing make-believe, but what’s the fun in being an adult if you can’t play pretend once in a while? Enjoy your next indoor camping experience.

• Oatmeal (1/2 cup)
• Carnation low fat powdered milk (1/4 cup)
• Brown sugar (1 tablespoon)
• Raisins (1/3 cup)
• Mixed nuts such as sliced almonds and chopped walnuts (1/3 cup)
• Shelled unsalted sunflower seeds (a dash)

Cooking instructions:
You simply need to mix all the ingredients needed for the recipe in a bowl, then pour everything into a Ziploc bag. You can prepare this mix at home and simply dump the contents into a pot, add 2 cups of boiling water, let the mixture sit for a couple of minutes and you’re ready to serve breakfast.

Variations/Hints:
You can also add dehydrated fruit such as peaches or apples.

Comments:
It’s a tasty and extremely filling, healthy breakfast for two.

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