5 mistakes EVERY new camper makes COOKING
Dan Becker・9 minutes read
When backpacking, pack only a day's worth of food to avoid unnecessary weight, focusing on dehydrated meals and limiting food weight to 1.5-2 pounds per day; take precautions like extending pot handles while cooking to prevent burns and maintaining hygiene to prevent illness.
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- Limit backpacking food to 1.5-2 pounds per day, opting for dehydrated meals that require water, ensuring a manageable weight and efficient preparation.
- Prioritize hygiene while backpacking by sanitizing hands before meals to prevent illnesses, emphasizing the importance of health in remote backcountry settings.
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Backpacking Tips: Food, Safety, Hygiene
- When backpacking, avoid bringing excessive food; only pack an extra day's worth to prevent carrying unnecessary weight.
- Limit food weight to 1.5-2 pounds per day, focusing on dehydrated meals that require water.
- Ensure pot handles are extended while cooking to prevent burns from hot titanium pots.
- When pouring boiling water into food bags, set the bag down securely to avoid injury.
- Use a long-handled spoon for easier eating and to prevent dirty hands while backpacking.
- Maintain hygiene by sanitizing hands before eating to prevent illness, especially in the backcountry.
