Cast iron cookware is popular among camp chefs and cooks because it holds heat well and is durable enough to withstand the wear and tear that occurs with camping. Unlike aluminum, cast iron is harder to warp, bend and dent. It also hides soot buildup on the sides and bottom too. Although there are many cast iron cookware options available, a few stand out a… read more
Ready-to-eat foods, such as trail mix and energy bars, are fine on the trail, but there's no replacement for hot food once you settle in at your campsite. There's no need to bring your kitchen along with you if you want hot food in the wilderness, but the image of the backpacker with heavy pots and pans hanging from his pack has gone the way of the horse and… read more
Like an army, backpackers and campers march on their stomachs. Keeping you and your crew well-fed and happy while camping or hiking provides the energy to keep going. After choosing your food, proper camp cookware is the second-most important part of backcountry cooking. read more
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Homemade camping cookware can be crafted directed from your camping site. The benefit of using a hand-crafted heat source and DIY stove is that it is cheap and also can be used during emergency survival situations. The heat source fits directly under the stove, causing heat to rise and warm any tin plate or pan placed on top. For example, use your DIY stove… read more
The 10 rules of the kitchen for outdoor camping revolve around being practical, safe and environmentally friendly. Remember that a full stomach greatly enhances the enjoyment of the outdoors, and making mistakes in the mess can really… read more
An otherwise great camping trip can become a nightmare if you aren't prepared to make good food. Weight and efficiency are very important elements when it comes to creating a camp kitchen, and today's manufacturers make stoves and cook… read more
Ready-to-eat meals offer the convenience of little to no preparation. While ready-to-eat meals can be eaten at room temperature, you can also heat them over a camp fire for several minutes, or if camping inside an RV or at a campground… read more
If you're planning a short one- or two-day camping excursion, pack ready-made breakfast burritos for an easy breakfast that you can make in minutes. Most of the prep work is done at your home before you leave, and the rest is done at t… read more
You've set up your camp at your favorite backwoods destination or state park. As the temperature drops when night falls or you're trying to warm up in the morning, you bring out your camping equipment to make a tasty treat. Using just… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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