Our Basics

     We usually go canoe camping which allows us to carry more than backpackers.  We
generally go as a group of  5 people in 3 canoes  or up to 10 or more with 2 in a canoe.
Still weight, bulk and perishability  are factors that must be considered .  On short, 2 or 3
day trips,  coolers can be used to keep food fresh and even frozen for awhile.  We have found that the dry packaged foods such as Liptons Pasta and Broccoli in Cheese sauce, Macaroni and Cheese, and Dry Soup mixes are good bases to which other ingredients can be added to create a tasty meal. Also pasta is easy to carry and prepare.  Adding a can of tuna, some Olive oil and garlic will create a quick, satisfying meal for "most" hungry campers. We like to add some form of protein to our packaged food.  This is usually canned; tuna, chicken or in rare cases Spam.  If a package calls for butter we've found that cooking oil can be substituted.  Dry milk is mixed one part dry milk and three parts water.  It is used on dry cereal and in cooking.  Pancakes are easy to prepare with the mixes that only require the addition of water.  Don't forget to pack the syrup.  Herbs and spices can add zest to your camp meals. You will at least need the basics such as; salt, pepper and sugar.  Italian seasoning, hot peppers, garlic powder, chili powder and soy sauce should be enough to satisfy most palates.

 Make sure that you pack everything in waterproof containers.   See Canoe/camping Tip # 12 (Medi Jars).  Be prepared.

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