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Find portable pots, quick-boil stoves, titanium sporks – everything you need for al fresco campouts.
After a long day of exploring trails or perfecting your canoe paddling technique, you’ve probably worked up an appetite. Whether you’re a minimalist backpacker or a no-holds-barred camp chef, MEC has everything you need to whip up a feast worthy of your surroundings.
Rugged coolers keep food frozen for days and double as a seat. Camp stoves range from pocket-sized to multi-burner, so you can find the right match for your trip plans. Camping meals keep your pack weight low (so you can bring more chocolate). If you need a little menu inspiration, check out our meal planning tips.
And once you’ve flexed your camp cooking muscles, it’s only fair that someone else does the dishes.
If you’re staying in a campground with potable water, all you’ll need is a water bottle to fill up at the nearest tap. But in the backcountry, it’s crucial to treat your water to ensure it’s safe to drink – no matter how clear the lake or stream looks.
Gravity water filters are ideal for groups – they deliver multiple litres of clean water in just a few minutes. Inline and pump filters are more compact and lighter, but can take a little more effort. Chemical treatments are the smallest, lightest option if you don’t mind waiting a bit before taking a sip. UV light purifiers are nearly instant, but require batteries or recharging. Learn more about water treatment options.