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READERS COMMENTS
It seems the link for the weekend menu simple meal preparation is not working
Posted: Jul 02, 2009 luke
im currently plannin a trip for my whole family when i get back form iraq (me my wife and two kids 5 and 30 what would be a good menu to put together for 5 days in the smokeys
Posted: Mar 15, 2009 christopher
You may consider makeing your own granola without seeds, nuts . Use for breakfast n snacks
Posted: Oct 05, 2008 john
Cheese n precooked bacon on a bagel
Posted: Oct 05, 2008 John
I have a 6'5 120# son about to embark on 10 days hiking in Philmont. He is allergic to ALL nuts, peanuts and seeds...any recommendations for nutrition.
Posted: Jun 07, 2008 Suzanne
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