I'm a sucker for a good Scroggin. I reckon that finding the best Scroggin recipe is about that fine tuned balance of the bits you love (chocolate), the bits you like (cashews) and the bits you tolerate because you know they'll give you the nutrients you need in the outdoors (sultanas or seeds). On my trip to Tasmania's epic South Coast Track, one of the guides (the fabulous 'Nom') produced what … [Read more...]
5 ideas for dehydrated meals
So you’ve got a great multi-day trip coming up and you’re determined not to give all your money to the outdoor shop by buying ready-made freeze-dried meals, right? If you’re anything like me, you’ve got the regular go-to meal that you’ll throw in the dehydrator (that’s spag bol for me), but I’ve been craving some variety lately and so I decided to look to the experts for some ideas for dehydrated … [Read more...]
Cheap Hiking Cooking Set & Stoves – A comparison
One of the best things about hiking, is that it costs nothing... sort of. Sure, putting one foot in front of the other on a bush track doesn't cost a thing, but the shoe and sock on our foot, the pack on our back and all the goodies inside can add up to a pretty penny. And if you're just starting out and building a kit from scratch, it doesn't take long to realise that nothing in life is … [Read more...]
Lightweight Hiking Recipe Book
Let's face it. There's only so much love you can give a packet of 2 minute noodles before you realise that they just aren't lovin' you back. Sure, I've been known to reach for them for a last minute outdoor escape, but if I've got a few extra minutes packing time, then I want to do my best to ensure I've got tasty and nutritious options to look forward to at meal times. FINALLY! Someone has put … [Read more...]