Eating Outdoors

Enjoying Food in the Outdoors
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Fuel Your Adventure

Food is an important part of any outdoor adventure. Whether you are joining an expedition, a paddling journey, or an inclusive outdoor experience, eating well helps you stay energised, focused, and ready to make the most of your time outdoors.


We encourage participants to choose food that is enjoyable, nutritious, easy to prepare, and suitable for their individual needs. Outdoor meals should be simple, practical, and inclusive, ensuring everyone can take part in preparing, sharing, and enjoying food together.


Planning Your Outdoor Meals

When spending time outdoors, your body often uses more energy than usual. Planning meals and snacks helps you stay fuelled throughout the day and supports your wellbeing during activities.

When choosing food, consider:
  • Easy-to-carry options
  • Foods you enjoy eating
  • Quick and simple preparation
  • Nutritional value and energy content
  • Dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences
  • Inclusive meal options that work for the whole group, where possible.


Inclusive Food Considerations

We recognise that everyone has different dietary needs and preferences. We encourage participants to consider:

  • Vegetarian and vegan options
  • Religious or cultural dietary requirements
  • Food allergies and intolerances
  • Sensory preferences and food textures
  • Accessible food preparation and cooking methods.

If you have specific dietary requirements, please let your instructor know before your programme so appropriate planning and support can be provided.


What's Usually Included

Depending on your programme, we may provide:
  • Support from qualified and experienced instructors
  • Group cooking equipment
  • Stoves, fuel, pans, and utensils for group use
  • Shared camping equipment, where applicable
  • First aid and emergency equipment
  • Training and guidance on outdoor cooking and food safety.

Please check your individual programme information for exact details.


What You May Need to Bring

Participants are usually responsible for:
  • Personal food and snacks
  • Personal eating utensils and mug
  • Water bottles or hydration systems
  • Any specialist dietary products
  • Personal medication
  • Additional comfort items.

Always refer to your programme joining instructions for specific requirements.


Helpful Packing Tips

Reduce Weight and Waste
Removing unnecessary packaging before your trip can reduce weight and save valuable space in your bag. It also helps minimise waste in outdoor environments.

Organise Meals by Day
Consider packing meals into clearly labelled containers or bags for each day of your journey. This can make meal preparation easier and help keep your kit organised.

Think About Accessibility
Choose packaging and food containers that are easy for you to open and use independently. Where needed, adaptive equipment can help make outdoor cooking and eating more inclusive.


Breakfast

Start the day with foods that provide long-lasting energy.

  • Porridge
  • Breakfast bars
  • Cereals
  • Fruit
  • Hot drinks
  • Instant breakfast pots
  • Bagels or wraps.


Lunch

Simple meals that are easy to carry and eat while on the move.

  • Sandwiches
  • Wraps
  • Pasta salad
  • Savoury snacks
  • Fresh fruit
  • Cheese and crackers
  • Energy bars.


Evening Meals

Warm, satisfying meals can be a great way to finish an active day.

  • One-pot meals
  • Pasta dishes
  • Rice-based meals
  • Freeze-dried meals
  • Ready-to-eat expedition meals
  • Boil-in-the-bag meals
  • Soups and noodles.


Desserts

A small treat can boost morale and bring people together around camp.
  • Fruit pots
  • Hot chocolate
  • Rice pudding
  • Cake
  • Custard pots
  • Marshmallows (where appropriate).


Snacks

Regular snacks can help maintain energy levels throughout the day.
  • Trail mix
  • Nuts and seeds
  • Dried fruit
  • Chocolate
  • Cereal bars
  • Flapjacks
  • Fruit snacks.

Eating Together

Sharing meals outdoors can be one of the most rewarding parts of an adventure. Preparing food, supporting one another, and enjoying time together help build confidence, independence, teamwork, and connection.


We believe outdoor experiences should be inclusive and accessible for everyone, including the way we plan, prepare, and enjoy food together.

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