Basic Nutrition Planning Tips

The following are basic tips for planning and organizing food for an adventure camp:
● Bring electrolyte powder or other juice crystals to add to the water
● Pre-measure portions by meal or per participant
● Bring extra stuff sacks or dry bags for food storage/food caching
● Pack food in multiple stuff sacks/dry bags rather than in one large bag and have each
group member carry a portion of the food
● Pack foods by meals or by days, whatever way of organizing works. Be organized and
make a list of who in the group is carrying which meals or which day of food
● Ensure snacks can be easily accessed (and not buried) while
hiking/biking/canoeing/kayaking, etc.
● Remove food from original packaging when possible to cut down on bulkiness, but keep
any necessary cooking instructions. Pack snacks in Ziploc bags for each day
● Choose meals that are easiest and take the least amount of time to prepare
● Always bring an extra meal or two on trips in case of an unexpected delay
● Don’t forget to drink lots of water – at the minimum 2 litres per day, and more when
exercising and in hot weather. If you are feeling thirsty, you are already dehydrated
● Bring small packages of condiments, peanut butter, honey and jam instead of large jars
● Packaging food in a food saver helps keep it fresher longer.


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