reuben
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Post by reuben on Aug 14, 2016 16:14:40 GMT -8
They might even think it is bad for others, but they feel that it shouldn't apply to themselves because they know what they are doing. PCT thru hikers? Or politicians? |
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Post by johntpenca on Aug 14, 2016 16:17:57 GMT -8
HaHa!
Both.
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Post by amydiercon on Aug 15, 2016 0:10:45 GMT -8
Thanks a lot for all of your suggestions. In order to avoid fire, canned food and salad are my first choose.  |
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rebeccad
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Post by rebeccad on Aug 15, 2016 6:56:33 GMT -8
The PCTA is trying to discourage the use of alcohol stoves in southern and central California. But as you know, it is sometimes difficult to change a person's way of thinking about stuff like this. Not surprising when you are dealing with people who are counting every gram. I can see the point in areas like that, and if I do any backpacking in places where there are thing to burn, I'll consider switching to the canister. I don't feel that it's a very big risk when in the alpine, with nothing but granite around. |
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Post by Lamebeaver on Aug 15, 2016 8:49:48 GMT -8
Along popular trails, such as the PCT, in high-use areas, and in tinderboxes like CA, fires are a bad idea (if they're permitted at all) but there are still plenty of areas in the west where a small fire has minimal impact and very low risk.
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Post by tigger on Aug 15, 2016 9:39:41 GMT -8
Nutrition is important when on the trail. You're burning many more calories while hiking. A balance of proteins, carbs, and hydration are important. Your idea of canned foods and salad are a great combo to take care of both issues.
...In regards to cooking - a blow torch and a gallon of fuel will simmer most marshmallows to just the right point of perfection. To be safe, bring a raft and take your cooking items out to the middle of a lake and cook there. It will solve several issues at the same time. Enjoy your S'Mores...
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Post by riversong on Aug 15, 2016 14:29:24 GMT -8
If you like salads, Outdoor Herbivore has some of the tastiest backpacking meals I have ever had; and no stove required. Check out Hop Pea Slop, Sunny Salad, and the Pesto. I never tire of them.
I use a small canister stove because it is fool-proof, easy and quick. I am too lazy to bother with something complicated. I have the cheap Chinese Pocket Rocket knock off ($9 Amazon)and it works great. I just boil water in my GSI halulite kettle and pour it into a ziplock or prepared meal bag.
Good luck.
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