Calorie Planning for Backcountry Adventures

Jan 23, 2021 | Trip Planning

When planning a menu for a backcountry adventure, time of year and type of activity largely determines the number of calories required. These factors combined with personal appetite levels and gender differences, means there is a wide range for calorie requirements... read more

Philosophy of the Maximum Two Hour Interval Between Eating

Jan 11, 2021 | Trip Planning

The Yamnuska Backcountry Kitchen believes in the philosophy of two-hour intervals between food intake while out in the backcountry. It’s the foundation of our backcountry food system. Just like drinking two litres of water at once won’t keep you hydrated for the... read more

The Importance of Hydration & Electrolytes

Jan 11, 2021 | Trip Planning

While planning menus for our backcountry food services, and when creating recipes for our dehydrated dinner entrées, full consideration is given to salt and electrolytes. Many of us monitor our sodium intake and while this is very important – critical for some... read more

Tips & Insights for Staying Hydrated While on Backcountry Adventures

Jan 11, 2021 | Trip Planning

Here are some of our nuggets of experience mixed in with some important and commonly known tips for staying hydrated while on your backcountry adventure: Begin your trip fully hydrated. Start hydrating before your scheduled departure. Even days before! Avoid... read more

Emergency preparedness is a good thing!

Jan 11, 2021 | Trip Planning

There is an abundance of information and advice available about preparing for emergencies and what should be in an emergency preparedness kit for your home and business. Of the many things in common, authors all agree on having a minimum of three (3) days food that... read more