Editor’s Note: Unfortunately, Rogue Brewing has now closed the Issaquah Brewhouse and you must travel to Oregon to sample their fare. Agave Cocina in nearby Highlands offers tasty gluten free, sustainable dining options! After my final scramble class field trip to Kendall Peak (attempt, anyway), the group stopped in Issaquah for a post hike meal…
Whether you are brand new to making your own backpacking food or just looking for some more ideas for varying what you take in you pack for sustenance in the outdoors, this article I wrote up for Washington Trails Association this summer is sure to have something for you. I share some of the things…
Whether you are trying to eliminate gluten from your diet or keep your carbohydrate ratio down, swapping out grains for vegetables is a win-win. I wrote up an article, How To Eat More Veggies and Fewer Grains On The Trail, for the Washington Trail Association this summer to encourage hikers and backpackers to rethink their…
Jump to the recipe for Chai Spiced Apple Rings… While we were out exploring the Cascade Loop in October, I made my annual stop at the Small Harvest fruit stand and picked up a box of fall apples. If you buy a whole box, they come out cheaper than if you just buy a pound…
Editor’s note: Since posting this in 2018, there has been a lot of movement in the healthy, pre-made backpacking meals industry. Five of the businesses I originally mentioned have stopped operating. (I have updated which ones below.) I am always trying to stay on top of changes but you may encounter future changes at the…
I want to share with you something I wrote up for Washington Trails Association recently that I am sure you are going to love! If you are looking for something hot to carry into the outdoors with you as we move into the colder months of fall and winter, these 8 beverage ideas are sure to…