Every time we make something at home we are thinking, “would this be good camping?” We made Pumpkin Chili this winter and the answer was a unanimous YES! We made a very slight adjustment to the recipe – we cut the veggies very, very small. You may also want to slightly mash or cut the . . . Read More about Pumpkin Chili
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Thai Sweet Potato Red Curry Soup
You can add a bit of spice to your canoe trips by using a variety of recipes, with a range of flavours. We like flavourful meals, but not over the top spicy. If you are sharing meals with others, bring extra spices (in addition to salt and pepper), that way people can “increase the heat” . . . Read More about Thai Sweet Potato Red Curry Soup
Portaging
I don’t know anyone who really likes portaging; however portaging gives you options. Portaging means you get to see things you would never have access to otherwise. And portaging gets you further away from the crowds. It really is all about attitude. I try to see it as a challenge/accomplishment and an adventure – OK . . . Read More about Portaging
Maps
In the early days we would spend hours looking for a portage. I remember paddling the wrong way across a lake in high winds. For some reason when it’s windy, it is even harder to read landmarks and you can’t really stop to consult the map when you are in the thick of things. Maps . . . Read More about Maps
Technology
Sitting around the campfire sending emails and texting family & friends is something we never thought we would ever do – in fact, up until a few years ago, we likely would have laughed at anyone who did this. However, this has now become the norm for our group. Phones We are Canadian, so . . . Read More about Technology