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Walking Tacos – FAST and EASY to Prepare at Home and On the Road.
Walking tacos are a great meal that is fast to prepare and tasty. Enjoy at home or prepare in advance for camping. Here's the EASY way!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 20, 20244 min read


Randy's Favorite Home and Camp Breakfast: Cold-Soaked Oats.
Cold-soaked oats are simple to prepare, nutritious and inexpensive. This breakfast is my favorite at home and in camp, with tasty variations

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 5, 20245 min read


Pure Maple Syrup Energy Shots | 100% Natural Energy Source
Maple Syrup Energy Shots are a healthy and handy source of energy. They contain 100% natural, pure, vegan, paleo Wisconsin maple syrup.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 5, 20243 min read


DON'T Overthink Camping Meals: K.I.S.S. (Keep It Super Simple)
Don't stress over camping meals! But don't eat inadequate or lousy foods you would NEVER touch at home. Learn how to eat WELL and SIMPLY ...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 1, 20243 min read


Bikepacking the Marshfield Mondeaux Loop | Wisconsin Gravel Bike Camping Route (Day 2)
A 156-mile Wisconsin gravel bikepacking loop from the farm country to the national forest. Hammock camping in the cool, Spring rains.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
May 25, 20247 min read


Randy's Favorite Granola | Hearty Breakfast for Home and Trail
Learn how to prepare Randy's Favorite Granola for breakfast at home AND on the trail. Healthy and hearty meals can be easy!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 18, 20231 min read


Part Two: Plan the SAME Meals for Camping that You Enjoy at HOME with a Food Dehydrator!
A food dehydrator can be a great way to add quality foods and complete meals to your camping menus. Enjoy your favorite HOME cooking!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 3, 20235 min read


Review: Backcountry Eats, by Kevin Ride
A review of Backcountry Eats, by Kevin Ride. Everything you need to know to make your own hearty, one-pot meals for backcountry adventures.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jan 25, 20235 min read


Who Is George W. Sears? What Is "Nessmuk"?
George W. Sears was a writer for Forest and Stream magazine in the 1880’s. He used the pen name Nessmuk and wrote the classic, "Woodcraft".

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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