One of the lighter, but important aspects of being self reliant in the outdoors is the level to which you can bring your kitchen skills to the campfire. Whether it’s a casual car-camp weekend or a backcountry bivouac or spike camp, there’s no reason why you can’t enjoy some of the cooking creations you enjoy at home.
While it’s part of the Rites of Passage to roast a few ‘dogs’ over the campfire or heat the beans right from the can, imagine what a steaming hot biscuit or a baked potato could add to the day’s menu.
I thought I’d offer a few basic baking tips I’ve found helpful as I began to expand my…READ MORE

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