This is really just corn chips and dip. Lightweight, tasty, a surprising amount of energy and a nice treat.
For short walks you may want to carry a fresh dip, otherwise most dips from the supermarket dehydrate easily. Once dehydrated, powder it in a blender (thanks for the tip Mark F). Rehydrates quickly with water and a stir, a splash of oil helps liven it up a bit more.
I tried this on a three day walk, out of curiosity. It was nice to just curl up in my hammock munch on the chips whilst enjoying the nearby creek. I followed it up with a bit of scroggin for desert.
Other Ideas?
Here are a few other ideas that are worth a try, experiment and see what works for you:
• Instant Rice (cooked, then dehydrated rice - rehydrated in cool water in a few minutes)
• Freeze dried meals -- but add some extra flavouring
• Cold soup - with some bread
• There are lots of heavier options with tinned mince, sausages, spaghetti etc
• Carry some dried fruit (mango & apple) to much on as a dessert.
Stoves in Total Fire Bans
During the warmer months Total Fire Bans (TOBANs) will be declared on hot, dry and / or windy days. The rules vary across the country as to what cooking equipment can be used. It is safe to say that campfires are banned during a TOBAN. In NSW the RFS says “Portable gas / electric BBQs are banned in NSW State Forests, National Parks or Regional Parks on Total Fire Ban days”(ref http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/dsp_content.cfm?cat_id=1110) ie you can’t use camping stoves on bushwalks. In Tassy “Bushwalkers are therefore advised that the only cooking appliance that can be used on Total Fire Ban days are LPG (Butane or Propane) cookers or stoves providing that they are clear of any flammable material for a distance of one metre. Subject to Environmental Regulations & Local Government By-Laws & any restrictions in parks & reserves.” Ie no method, other than liquid fuel or solid fuel stoves. Keep up to date with the latest rules and fire conditions for the area you are walking in. If you are out of communications and unsure, assume there is a total fire ban declared on hot or warm windy days.