Healthy Campfire Cooking Program

Are you looking for some culinary inspiration during for your next camping trip? Want to brush up on your fire-building skills and learn how to prepare tasty, healthy foods on an open fire? Then the Healthy Campfire Cooking Program is for you! Brought to you by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection in partnership with the Florida Department of Health, the Healthy Campfire Cooking program is designed to create opportunities for park visitors to try healthier camping foods while learning new recreational skills. Campfire cooking classes are taught by Florida park rangers and appeal to both adults and children.

“Hiking, biking, paddling and swimming are just some of the activities visitors can participate in as they seek a healthier lifestyle in Florida’s state parks and trails,” said Florida Park Service Director Donald Forgione. “With the introduction of Healthy Campfire Cooking to the rich assortment of programs available in state parks, the Florida Departments of Health and Environmental Protection are providing more opportunities for people to enjoy the natural and cultural resources of Florida.”

Try these delicious campfire recipes yourself! (There are 2 recipes for each link below.)

• Black Bean, Corn and Pepper Quesadilla & Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Packets
• Campfire Shish-ka-bobs & Eggplant Hummus Pita
• Campfire Vegetable Medley & Herbed Salmon
• Grilled Okra Salad & Ground Beef Supper
• Quinoa Stir Fry & Cheesy Broccoli Scrambled Eggs
• Roasted Carrots & Campfire Porkchops
• Spinach, Tomatoes, and Corn & Spicy Garlic Shrimp Packets

Florida’s 171 state parks and trails inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With 161 parks, 10 state trails, nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Pocket Ranger® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience while visiting. For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org.

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