Camp Cooking – New Age Self-Reliance

Eight Camping Food Brands To Try This Year

When it comes to camping food, we usually grab the usual Mountain House or Back Packer’s Pantry. While we have started branching out with the likes of Alpine Aire, Peak Refuel, and Omeals to name a few, we are always on the lookout for something tasty. These are the eight camping food brands to try … Continue reading

Top Five Mountain House Meals

I love Mountain House, so much that coming up with my top five Mountain House Meals was a difficult task. Mountain House Meals are quick and easy to make, as well as clean up. Not only that but they are delicious and sometimes a warm meal is just what you need. Here are my top … Continue reading

Canning for the First Time – What I Wish I’d had.

Today was my first time canning. I’m going to share with you what I wish I had for this adventure. The Decision to Can I made pepper jelly and canned it today. I have never canned anything in my life, nor have I ever made jelly! Dehydrating – yes, but canning – no! Christmas is … Continue reading

Canister Stoves for Camping

Food is always on my mind when prepping for camping. The minute I start planning a trip, it’s usually “mmm, what are we going to eat?!” With food being such a big part of the experience making sure you are able to make it is pretty important! My favorite way to cook our food while … Continue reading

Dehydrating Ground Beef – Easy and Cheap!

Dehydrating ground beef is a super easy way to save money when you are an avid hiker or camper. Because let’s face it getting freeze-dried meals and meat for every outdoor endeavor can get pretty pricey. Your wallet can breathe today though because I’m going to share my recipe for dehydrated ground beef with you … Continue reading

Dehydrated Apple Chips

Everyone loves a sweet snack for the trail, but you want to make sure that you aren’t going to crash – the answer is apple chips! Today I am going to share with you my super easy dehydrated apple chip recipe. You will need a dehydrator I recommend either this one by Hamilton Beach if … Continue reading

Best Camping Stove for Cooking in the Woods

I am an avid foodie and that does not stop when I am spending time in the woods, so I often question: What is the best camping stove for cooking in the woods? Food is something that brings us all together and creates memories with each other, so it’s important to be able to cook … Continue reading

Budget Camp Cook Kit For Starters

This budget camp cook kit is great for starters. I was very surprised how well this budget camp cook kit worked for starters and people looking to try camping. It can also be used for preparedness and having a wood stove at the ready. Cook Kit For Starters – https://amzn.to/2Oaxeuq Canister Stove – https://amzn.to/2QqoH8g Super … Continue reading

Wild Zora: Hiking Food

I am always trying out new, freeze-dried meals for the trail, hoping to find something great to share with you. Lately, a lot of people have been telling me they want healthier options than the standard Mountain House so I went on a mission. My search led me to Wild Zora and their Paleo Meals to Go … Continue reading

Stainless Steel Pathfinder Canteen VS Water Bottle

This is a Full comparison between the Pathfinder Stainless Steel (material) Canteen vs the Pathfinder Stainless Steel (material) Water Bottle Kits. When it comes to the Stainless Steel canteen and Stainless Steel water bottle kits there is a lot of features that are similar such as the stainless steel material but there are a lot … Continue reading