Lentil Wraps

People who work for schools have the life. Wes has been on summer break for a few weeks, and has spent many days hiking and climbing in Joshua Tree, the San Bernardino National Forest, and Red Rock State Park.

Black Eyed Pea Fritters

We’ve been thinking a bit more simply lately when it comes to camping food. As much as it is possible and encouraged to create amazing gourmet meals from scratch in the backcountry, sometimes it’s just nice to have things ready already.

Backpacker’s Chia Breakfast Pudding

Chia pudding is the perfect lightweight, non-perishable superfood for backpacking. Mix chia seeds with water or milk to create a tapioca-like pudding, and then top with anything you’d put on your oatmeal.

Sesame Soba Noodle Salad

Sesame soba noodle salad is the perfect ready-to-eat lunch for a day of fun in the outdoors. Make sesame soba noodle salad at home, and eat it hot or cold.

Coconut Rice Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing

Coconut scented rice is the base of this vibrant salad loaded with crunchy veggies and cashews. A spicy peanut dressing finishes it off.

Creamy Grits with Kale and Sunflower Seeds

The secret to these super creamy backpacking grits is cashew butter. Topped with kale chips and sunflower seeds, it makes a savory and satisfying backpacking breakfast.

Marinated Backpacking Tofu

Ever tried marinating meat and freezing it for a backpacking trip? Here’s a similar idea with tofu marinated in lime and tequila for a fresh, fish taco flavor.

Spring Onion and Bacon Potato Salad

Everyone likes a good, grandma-style potato salad, especially with bacon! Take your family on a picnic and bring Spring Onion and Bacon Potato Salad with you.

Backpacking Tortilla Soup

We made our tortilla soup recipe more portable and turned it into a backpacking worthy meal. We took the essence of the recipe and got it down to 9 ingredients (mostly in powder form). You’re welcome!

Tahini Soba Noodle Salad

Tahini Soba Noodle Salad is fresh and bright. A perfect thing to bring on any outdoor adventure- especially in the winter. Get out there and play in the snow!