How Do You Store Food Safely When Camping?
Whether it’s the fresh air or the extra exercise, everyone seems to get hungrier than usual on a campout. Without the benefits of refrigerators and ovens, you should take extra steps to keep food safe when you camp. Follow the tips below. Designate one cooler for long-term storage if you plan to camp for several days. Freeze everything that will go in this cooler and pack it so the items you need first are on top. Open this cooler only when necessary. Use a separate cooler for items you need more often, such as drinks, fruit and snacks. Add new ice to your coolers before the existing ice melts away. As long as you have ice in your cooler, your food will be safe to eat. Blocks of ice last longer than cubes. Store the coolers in a shady area and insulate them with blankets.
