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Menu Maker

Not sure how to eat right on the trail? You're in luck. We've taken the liberty of coming up with the perfect plan for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—for just about every situation. So break out your inner chef and get cooking. You'll be eating like royalty in no time.

by: The Backpacker Editors

Photo by Justin Bailie
Photo by Justin Bailie
Chicken Posole Wraps, Justin Bailie
Chicken Posole Wraps, Justin Bailie
Salmon-studded Spaghetti, Justin Bailie
Salmon-studded Spaghetti, Justin Bailie

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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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