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Food and HydrationFood & Hydration

Each person has a different body make up and requires different fuel to help them keep up energy on the trail. After a few hikes you will find that your body will tell you the types of foods it needs at different points on the trail.

Some hikers snack all day on a variety of foods, others find it better to take a break and eat a lunch and then go again.

Your diet should contain approx. Protein (40%) Carbs (30%) Fat (30%)

Good Trail Foods:

  • Trail Mix - from any local Vitamin Cottage or Health Food Store. Suggest you add extra peanuts for the protein.
  • Jerky
  • Power Bars
  • Protein Bars
  • Gorp
  • Fruit - Apples, Oranges
  • Dried Fruit - Apricots, Dates, Peaches
  • Tuna Fish Sandwich
  • Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches
  • Egg Salad Sandwich - good for lunch or on hikes where a cooler is available. We don't suggest using mayo for hikes where your sandwich is going to get warm.
  • Boiled Eggs

  • Gatorade
  • Protein Drinks
 

Water
Drink plenty of water. The importance of proper hydration cannot be overstated! Being hydrated will help you think clearly and alleviate sore muscles. Do not wait until you are thirsty to drink, take a drink at regular intervals. Remember to just Drink, Drink, Drink!

Drink, Drink, Drink

 

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