We are our happiest when adventuring outdoors! After going on more than 10,000 miles of adventures together, we’ve learned a ton about how to approach a trip and what to eat to make the outdoors as enjoyable as possible! Nearly…
I (Renee) grew up in Wisconsin, the land of cheese! Cheesy potatoes were a staple of my childhood, and I’m about to take this plant-based version with me on a 500-mile trek. Based on our taste tests, this is a…
Summertime is here! This pasta salad was inspired by all of the Fourth of July Picnics we’ve enjoyed over the years, and the desire to bring the comfort of summer holidays out into the wilderness. Ingredients (Makes 6 servings): Dressing:…
I (Renee) grew up enjoying tater tot casserole, but this was Tim’s first time eating it! We used our new freeze dryer to make a plant-based version that can be enjoyed on the trail! Ingredients (Makes 5 Servings, 470 Calories…
Who doesn’t love dessert after a long day on the trail? This blueberry pie is a sweet, tasty treat. Ingredients (Makes 8 Servings, 230 Calories Per Serving): Blueberry Pie Filling: For the Trail: Before the Trail: Make Blueberry Pie Filling:…
This recipe is… amazing! We love our simple trail breakfasts of oatmeal and granola, but sometimes it’s nice to mix it up with a big and savory meal. This Southwestern breakfast skillet has potatoes for carbs, pinto beans for protein,…
Order Now! On a sunny September day in 2022, while we were canoeing down the Columbia River and approaching the completion of the Pacific Northwest Circuit, we got an email from an editor named Olivia at DK Books wondering if…
Mac and cheese without the cheese!? Count us in! This is a thick and creamy macaroni that’s packed with veggies and beans. It’ll fill you up with calories, nutrients, and of course, protein. Ingredients (Serves 1, 650 calories): Before the…
We have been dehydrating food for backpacking and other adventures for over 10 years. Here are some of the things we’ve learned along the way about dehydrators, followed by our favorite models. Dehydrators we recommend (largest to smallest): When we’re…
We compiled everything we’ve learned from thousands of miles of hiking into this guide and recipe book! We hope you enjoy it!
-Renee and Tim
