When you have a long day and a lot of miles stretching ahead of you, there's no time for a relaxing, hot breakfast. But this drink recipe from A Fork in the Trail is a fast, tasty protein boost to get you started. Backpacker's Power Breakfast Makes 4 servings 2 tablespoons vanilla-flavored instant coffee 1 cup...
Read MoreThis yummy snack from A Fork in the Trail tastes like apple crisp but requires much less effort. Apple Crisp Sandwiches Makes 2 servings 4 oatmeal cookies 2 tablespoons apple butter 1 Royal Gala apple Small block of cheddar cheese (optional) At Home Wrap the cookies in plastic wrap. Place the apple butter in a leakproof container and pack...
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You’ll turn heads with this completely decadent breakfast from A Fork in the Trail that is surprisingly easy to make. It makes a great dessert too. Maple Peach Crepes with Custard Makes 6-8 servings For the Crepes 1/4 cup nonfat powdered milk 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon white sugar 1 tablespoon...
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Choosing to take your next vacation or weekend getaway at a national park means having more than 400 options for your next destination. As opposed to some other vacation options, a trip to a national park is often an inexpensive and adventurous alternative, and planning your...
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This bread from A Fork in the Trail is slightly sweet and has a sturdy consistency, making it perfect for a longer backpacking trip. Nut Bread Makes 6-8 servings 1 egg 1 cup light brown sugar 1 cup buttermilk 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 cup butter 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped At Home Preheat...
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Milk chocolate, currants, and hazelnuts make these energy bars from A Fork in the Trail a yummy mid-hike treat. Hazelnut Currant Energy Bars Makes 10 servings 1/3 cup honey 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 cups high-energy cereal or cereal made of strong flakes, crushed 1/2 cup dried currants 1/3 cup hazelnuts, chopped 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips At Home Heat the...
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Who says you need an oven to bake a cake? This spongy white cake from A Fork in the Trail has a nice lemon flavor and is simple to make. Black Currant and Lemon Fry Cake Makes 4 servings 1 tablespoon dried lemon zest 1 tablespoon powdered whole egg 1 tablespoon white sugar 1 tablespoon...
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If you do a lot of camping, a dehydrator is a great investment to help bring some of your favorite meals into the backcountry. This hearty recipe from A Fork in the Trail will be well worth the effort at home when you're enjoying it after a hard day on the trails. Hungarian Goulash Makes...
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"Dehydration is more likely to happen in the summer." Not true! This is a misconception that many hikers share in the winter months because they are less likely to feel thirsty on a hike when it's not as warm out. But dehydration can be more serious when...
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Try a backcountry twist with this romantic recipe from A Fork in the Trail. Strawberry Chocolate Macaroons Makes 2-4 servings 8–10 chocolate coconut macaroon cookies (found in the bakery section of your grocery store) 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries 1/3 cup milk chocolate chips or a 2-ounce milk chocolate bar At Home Package the cookies and strawberries in separate zip-top freezer...
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