ALL THE GLORY OF A HOME-COOKED MEAL
In a Camp Stove
Phrases like “roughing it” might lead you to think you’re stuck with trail mix and dry granola bars on backpacking and camping trips. Nothing could be further from the truth! In fact, with a little preparation and some creativity, you can have delicious food on your next backcountry trip. Here are some tips to get you on the right track. Use premixed spice and meal packets. One surefire way to spice up any meal is with, well, spice! There’s no need to bring the whole container of cinnamon or cumin. For a tasty breakfast, mix oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and cinnamon ahead of time and pack them in a container. Lentils, quinoa, and a cumin and pepper spice mix can make a great chili-inspired dinner. Turn to one-pot meals. One-pot meals mean less clean up and more fuel efficiency, which is especially helpful for backpackers. With your
bake until one side of the dough is golden brown, then flip. Once the other side is cooked, add toppings and place back on the heat source until it’s ready. Enjoy! Keep your food to yourself. To protect yourself and wildlife while you’re enjoying your delicious meals, practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out what you bring in. When critters begin to associate humans with food, it creates problems for every species. Always keep food away from where you sleep, eat at least 100 yards away from your tent, and use secure containers to store food for the night.
premixed packets of food and spices, just add water and you’ll be on your way to a tasty meal.
Try pizza in the backcountry. Yes, you can even cook pizza in the
backcountry! All you need are a few simple ingredients and either a campfire stove or grate. You can buy the dough or make your own at camp by mixing flour, salt, water, and yeast. Knead the dough, then let it rest for 20 minutes. Add oil to your skillet and place it on your camp stove or campfire grate to heat up. Press the dough firmly toward the edges of the skillet, then place the skillet on the fire or stove and
EXERCISE OF THE MONTH
“The Thinker Pose”
WHY: This exercise is so simple yet so powerful. It is my favorite for almost all neck and shoulder pain patients and anyone else who knows the power of good posture. This exercise works the deep core muscles of the neck, which are critical for good neck stability and health. Easy and powerful — gotta love it! HOW: Looking straight ahead with your chin slightly tucked, hold a fist under your chin and gently push into it. Push hard enough to feel the muscles around your throat activate. Hold this for 10–15 seconds. Repeat up to eight times throughout your day, especially during long periods of sitting or driving.
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