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.

Beer Cheese Fondue

Beer Cheese Fondue is a fun recipe for camping with a group. Cheese fondue is quick and easy to make as well as clean up, and you can dip almost anything!

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.

Pinnacles Scramble

I found the most wonderful cookbook recently. It is (of course) The Great Outdoors Cookbook by Sunset. This recipe is almost directly from it.

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.

On The Go Strawberry Cheesecakes

Layers of buttery graham crackers, sweetened cream cheese, and fresh strawberries make these On The Go Strawberry Cheesecakes the perfect thing to make your next picnic special.

Blueberry Coconut Almond Bars

These Blueberry Almond Coconut Bars are a great on the go snack. We take them to the park for the littles all the time, but they’d also make a perfect trail snack.

Bourbon Walnut Banana Bread

A splash of bourbon makes this banana bread extra special. We used walnuts but pecans would also be a great option.