No matter if you’re trekking on a rugged backpacking trip or simply going on a hike for an afternoon, bringing high-quality (and tasty) food with you is a must for staying energized on the trail.

A registered dietitian explains how to tell if your meals will provide the fuel you need, whether you're buying freeze-dried ...

Figuring out what to eat on a camping or backpacking trip can become its own adventure, especially in the backcountry, when access to civilization is limited. Sure, there are plenty of tasty ...

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — When heading out on a Colorado excursion, most people remember the essentials: sunscreen, water, good shoes, and a trail map. But what about food? That's where Backpack Up Plan ...

In the beginning, there were cans: very heavy cans. “This was before my time—before I was even born,” says Soraya Smith. “The Girls Scouts were putting cans of cans of beans, cans of tuna, cans of ...

There are two universal truths in the world of backpacking: Food tastes better on the trail, and hiker hunger is real. Nothing works up an appetite quite like romping through the mountains for a few ...

Sardines were a wartime necessity. Today, they're a wellness trend. A longevity expert and board-certified dietitian says they make for optimal trail fuel. We drank more than 100 cups of coffee and ...

I’ve always admired the hikers who wake up before the sun does, who drive two hours away to tackle a steep mountain with an incredible view at the top, who see the whole ordeal as an alternative to ...

Louise Barton remembers the exact backpacking moment when her career path changed. “I’m a botanist by training. I started working for the Forest Service and we were in Yellowstone doing huge off-trail ...

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