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Trail Nutrition: 5 Possible Nutrient Deficiencies

Hiking diets can be deficient in vitamins and minerals putting hikers at risk for deficiencies. Learn which foods help prevent this.

Backpacking Nutrition: Fueling Farther Using the Goldilocks Approach

In this post, you’ll learn what, how much and when to consume nutrition while backpacking to keep you well fueled for your adventures.

How to Dehydrate & Freeze-Dry Chickpeas for Backpacking Meals

Learn how to safely dehydrate or freeze-dry chickpeas for backpacking meals! Chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are versatile, nutritious, and easy to love. You can eat them in dips, taco fillings, soups, and salads. They rehydrate easily and taste great on the trail.

How to Plan Food for a Canoe Camping Trip

Curious about packing food for canoe camping trips? Looking to transition from day paddles to overnight trips? Whether you are an experienced paddler looking to improve your nutrition or just curious about what canoe camping is all about, this article is for you!

What to Eat and Drink While Hiking in Hot Weather

Whether you’re climbing a peak or enjoying an easy day hike, exercising in the heat can be tricky. High temperatures can negatively affect your athletic performance and put you at risk for heat-related illnesses.

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta | Ultralight Backpacking Recipe

Have you ever made homemade pesto before? You may have thought it couldn’t get much easier. You were wrong! Backcountry Foodie’s cold soak backpacking pesto recipe takes just a few minutes to prepare and packs a surprisingly flavorful punch.

How to Plan Food for Your First Backpacking Trip

Getting ready for your first backpacking trip? Meal planning for backpacking takes some practice, but it can make or break your trip. Here are some suggestions for how to get started.

How to Reset Your Diet After a Thru-Hike

So, you’ve finished your backpacking adventure! Time to rest, recuperate, and make the transition back to everyday life. Many people find that this transition can be a bit rough. Fortunately, good nutrition can give your recovery a huge boost.