Outdoor cooking
An adventure in nature is only half the fun if we haven’t thought about the food. Being active in the fresh air makes us extra hungry. But cooking itself can also be a fun and unforgettable experience when we’re out in the open together.
Plan your meals in advance
Even a spontaneous outing can be a success if you put a little thought into the food before heading off. Important questions to consider might be:
- How many meals will you need for the trip?
- How many people need to be fed?
- Is there an opportunity to restock supplies along the way?
- Will there be access to water during the trip?
- Are there any fire bans or other conditions that could make things more difficult?
Based on the answers to these questions, you can put together a menu for the entire trip. If you’re only out for a few hours, a sandwich and a thermos of coffee or tea might be enough. For a longer trip, it’s a good idea to plan a bit of variety in your meals. Most things you can cook at home can also be made on a camp stove—just keep in mind that your fuel supply isn’t unlimited.
The outdoor kitchen as a gathering spot
Let everyone help out in the “kitchen.” It’s a great experience to gather together around a blanket or by a campfire to peel carrots, chop onions, and cook pasta. Even doing the dishes with heated lake water can be a pleasure.
And remember: outdoors, even things we don’t usually like often taste good.
Good food keeps spirits up
Treat yourself and the people you’re traveling with to something really tasty. Here’s an easy idea you can try:
Nut Treat
Ingredients:
- 50 g butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 dl rolled oats
- 1 bag of mixed nuts
- 100 g dark chocolate, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
Mix the butter, honey, oats, and nut mix in a frying pan. Toast over low heat until the honey has melted and the oats have turned slightly golden brown.
If you have chocolate and like it, pour everything onto a plate, mix in the chopped dark chocolate, and let it cool.
A final tip
Don’t be afraid of “proper” cooking in the outdoors—most things can be made with very simple means.
If you purchase a provisions package for one of our longer timber raft or canoe trips, you’ll also receive a small booklet with menu suggestions and recipes to guide you through the entire adventure.
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