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5 Drinks for Backcountry Bartenders

Passing around the flask makes you a good friend. Whipping up one of these wilderness-ready cocktails from top bartenders? That makes you a legend. Class up any camp with plastic cocktail cups from GSI Outdoors (Photo by Ben Fullerton).Treeline Negroni Tad Hamilton, head bartender at Montgomery Distillery in Missoula, Montana, recommends a juniper-heavy gin (plug:…

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How to Make Your Own Energy Bars

Save money and eat better with these DIY trail snacks. Photo by: Ben Fullerton Photo by: Ben Fullerton Quick 5-Minute Protein Truffles “Truffles are great for spur-of-the-moment types,” says Saulsbury. And they’re endlessly customizable—roll them in one of her favorite coatings, or experiment with whatever you have on hand. Makes a dozen 1-inch balls; gluten-free…

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5 Easy Appetizers For Backpackers

Got a camp full of hangry hikers? Whip up one of these simple starters. Easy-prep appetizersSpicy Quesadillas These fast-cook hors d’oeuvres satisfy exhausted hikers who crave salt and fat (which is all of them). Serves 2. 2 flour tortillas4 oz. cheddar cheese2 jalapeño peppers At home ⇒ Pack ingredients separately. In camp ⇒ Slice cheese…

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Recipe: Trail Tacos

Tasty, fast, easy: What makes tacos great at home also makes them great in camp. Spicy Chicken Tacos Make this classic taco with trail-friendly ingredients. 6 small corn or flour tortillas 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 small yellow onion, diced 1-2 serrano peppers, diced 1 7-oz. pouch chicken ½ packet taco seasoning 4 oz. cheddar…

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