Camping is a fun way to enjoy the wonders of nature and get back to basics with friends, family or even by yourself.
But as camping exposes you to the outside elements without the luxuries of modern technology, it also means that you need to be vigilant when it comes to your own health and safety. In particular, you might need to take extra precautions to maintain food hygiene.
Here are some tips on how to do so:
You can start by storing all foods in containers, and keeping raw and cooked foods separate. It is helpful to devise a menu before your trip, which will ensure you take the right foods with you. Try keeping disposable foods cool in portable refrigeration and take meat items frozen, to defrost slowly in a cool box. Take serving utensils and make sure that you have anti-bacterial hand-wipes for campers. When selecting a campsite, look for evidence of animals near areas of food preparation. Animals create bacteria in their environment, and you may prefer to choose an area away from animals, as there is also a chance that they will get into your food supplies.
