Camping can be difficult for vegetarians: Meat provides a great source of protein, and is relatively compressed. Also, it can be gathered at the location if needed. As such, keep in mind that you need to port in a lot of your protein.
An easy temptation is to harvest acorns and mushrooms for protein; after all, the Native Americans used acorns and mushrooms are good, right?). However, mushrooms are something to be avoided as they may be poisonous and/or contain hallucinogens, and only a local is likely to know which species are safe. Also, acorns require specific preparation in order to eliminate the high levels of tannin to be safe. As such, you may want to avoid them.
However, mushrooms make an ideal source of protein: They are usually compact enough to make it work, and can be used in a variety of different recipes. Portabello mushrooms in particular are a good option. Whole mushrooms should be brought as well.
Tofu may be problematical due to its consistency and how it's cooked. Debate bringing it along.
Suffice to say that most of your protein will come from snacks and sandwiches. Peanut butter can't be beat due to its concentrated energy. Nuts are also an ideal source as well for the same reasons.
An easy temptation is to harvest acorns and mushrooms for protein; after all, the Native Americans used acorns and mushrooms are good, right?). However, mushrooms are something to be avoided as they may be poisonous and/or contain hallucinogens, and only a local is likely to know which species are safe. Also, acorns require specific preparation in order to eliminate the high levels of tannin to be safe. As such, you may want to avoid them.
However, mushrooms make an ideal source of protein: They are usually compact enough to make it work, and can be used in a variety of different recipes. Portabello mushrooms in particular are a good option. Whole mushrooms should be brought as well.
Tofu may be problematical due to its consistency and how it's cooked. Debate bringing it along.
Suffice to say that most of your protein will come from snacks and sandwiches. Peanut butter can't be beat due to its concentrated energy. Nuts are also an ideal source as well for the same reasons.
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