How to Plan a Family Camping Menu

Step 3: Pack the Right Gear

A mouthwatering menu is useless without the right gear. While most campsites will come with a fire pit and maybe a grate, the rest of your needs are up to you. Keep versatility in mind for this step, as well, and leave any bulky or highly-specialized gear at home (we're looking at you, spiralizer).

Some important items to consider are:

  • Dutch Oven
  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Kitchen Knife
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven Mitt and Dish Towels
  • Camping/Tabletop Stove
  • Portable Grill
  • Grill Brush
  • Reusable or Disposable Plates and Cups
  • Reusable or Disposable Cutlery
  • Zip-top Bags

 

Step 4: Prep as Much as Possible

 A great Executive Chef always preps ahead. Once you pull into camp, vacation mode sets in and chopping onions doesn't look so fun. Prepping as much as possible in advance means more fun and less work at the campsite.

Here are some items that are ideal to prep ahead:

  • Clean, peel and chop veggies
  • Portion meat for recipes in zip-top bags
  • Measure seasonings for recipes in small jars or bags
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Jessica Sanders

Jessica Sanders is the former online editor for ReserveAmerica.com. After many years of camping and hiking in the Northeast, she's exploring what the West has to offer and sharing all of her knowledge with you. She's a s'mores master, campsite connoisseur, writer, runner and lover of all things outdoors. Follow her on Google+
Jessica Sanders is the former online editor for ReserveAmerica.com. After many years of camping and hiking in the Northeast, she's exploring what the West has to offer and sharing all of her knowledge with you. She's a s'mores master, campsite connoisseur, writer, runner and lover of all things outdoors. Follow her on Google+

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