Campers

Food On Trip

July 3rd, 2025

Ask anyone who’s been on a Walden canoe trip what their favourite part was – chances are, they’ll say the food! There’s truly nothing better than a delicious meal after a long day on a trip, especially when everyone has played a role in making that meal happen. Whether you carried the food barrel, the U-barrel (with all our cooking supplies), or even just gathered wood for the fire, there’s something about knowing you played a part that makes every bite taste even better.

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Last year’s CITs enjoying a meal with gorgeous views on the Petawawa River
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Breakfast  Breakfast is indeed the most important meal of the day, and that is no different on trip! Some common trip breakfasts include bars, Pop-Tarts, oatmeal (with chocolate chips!), and breakfast burritos.

By the afternoon, everyone is ready for a well-earned lunch. You can never go wrong with a nice BBQ, or the famous trip pizzas – a fan favourite by staff and campers alike! 

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A picture-perfect double cheeseburger!
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Famous trip pizzas sizzling on the pan! 

Once the day is done and we are at our campsite for the night, it’s time for dinner.  Some of our favourite dinners include chicken fajitas, pesto pasta with bacon, and teriyaki stir-fry, all delicious and cooked to perfection!

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Yummy pesto pasta with (optional) bacon!
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Teriyaki stir-fry with chicken or tofu!

Dietary Restrictions  

On trip, we pride ourselves on upholding the same caution and care as at camp through Jen’s door. We work closely with the kitchen to ensure that all needs are met and every accommodation is made. We discuss meal plans ahead of time with campers to make sure that there is something for everyone to enjoy on the trip!

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Eating with your best friend by the lake is recipe for a perfect evening!