Bushka's Kitchen ParkRx Blog

Park Prescriptions. Yeah, It’s A Thing!

Here’s something I bet you never thought you’d hear from a doctor, “I’m writing you a prescription for a trip to the park.” Wait, what? Is this the adult version of that recurring daydream from elementary school where recess is the only class of the day and pizza is the only thing served by the lunch ladies? Nope, it’s not a dream, Park Prescriptions are a very real thing that began with a pilot program in San Francisco parks in 2012 and has evolved to include over 100 programs across the United States.

Intuitively, most of us know that being outside is good for our health. 

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gourmet freeze dried meals for backpacking camping hunting by Bushka's Kitchen

Help Us Launch our Newest Freeze Dried Meals and Save 15%!

Each pouch is hand filled which limits how many pouches we can package in a single day. As we've grown, this process has increasingly become a bottleneck in our production. This is why we are asking for your help in launching these new dishes! 
A portion of all pre-sales will go towards purchasing equipment to help automate this process!

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Maintain social distance during day hikes

How To Maintain Social Distancing While Day Hiking

Hiking, by nature, is an activity that requires planning – sometimes only a little and sometimes months’ worth of research. So, it should come as no surprise to the serious hiker that the key to safe and respectful hiking during the COVID-19 pandemic and the shelter-in-place & social distancing mandate is thorough planning and preparation. 

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See you at the 2020 CDT Trail Days!

See you at the 2020 CDT Trail Days!

We are so excited to be attending this year's CDT Trail Days in April! New Mexico is a gorgeous state with phenomenal views and trails, and we are excited to be headed back there! 

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freeze dried food for thruhiking trails

Pre-order and save 10% on our Newest Freeze Dried Meals!

Pre-order and save 10% on our two newest freeze dried dishes. Our Cranberry Rice Pudding (vegan; dessert) and Sweet Potato Mash (vegan; side dish) are available for pre-order from now until January 24! 

Both of these dishes feed two! Plenty of food to share or to enjoy solo as a single feast. Discount applied automatically at checkout. 

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going stoveless on backpacking trip

Going Stoveless – Cold Soaked Meals on the Trail

Whether you’re going without a stove, carrying minimal fuel, hiking in extreme heat or a fire restricted area, or simply don’t feel like taking the time to boil water (anyone else a lazy morning person?!), try cold soaking on your next hiking trip!

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2019 Holiday Gift Guide for the Outdoorsy Person

Your Holiday Gift Guide for Hikers, Campers and Explorers

2019 Holiday Gift Guide for Backpackers, Campers, and Explorers! Browse affordable gifts for the outdoor adventurer in your life.

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I Heart Pacific Northwest Review: Bushka’s Kitchen Backpacking Meals

I Heart Pacific Northwest Review: Bushka’s Kitchen Backpacking Meals

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bayview made bushkas kitchen freeze dried food

You Sold Us Out! | Bayview Makers Mashup Rehash

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