Backpacker's Pantry is a family owned and operated business dedicated to exploring and preserving
our natural environment. As a result, a portion of every sale is given to organizations dedicated to
preserving our planet for future generations. We are located in the foothills of the Colorado Rockies in
Boulder Colorado. The Company was founded in 1951 by Ann Benedict in order to supply Girl Scouts
lightweight nutritious meals for their outdoor backpacking experiences. The company was purchased in
1971 by the Smith Family and moved from South Central Los Angeles to Redding California. In 1992 the
company purchased land and built our current facility in Boulder.
As outdoor enthusiasts participating in an array of activities we at Backpacker's Pantry understand the
need to pack light and eat well. We are dedicated to creating dishes that satisfy not only your palate but
your nutritional needs as well. Preparing our products using both the freeze drying and dehydration
methods not only reduces the weight and prolongs shelf life, but also locks in all of the nutrients
needed to keep an active body fueled and ready for the next adventure. In addition, we go the extra
distance to ensure your safety by subjecting all of our meat products to a daily inspection process
performed by a USDA inspector.
our natural environment. As a result, a portion of every sale is given to organizations dedicated to
preserving our planet for future generations. We are located in the foothills of the Colorado Rockies in
Boulder Colorado. The Company was founded in 1951 by Ann Benedict in order to supply Girl Scouts
lightweight nutritious meals for their outdoor backpacking experiences. The company was purchased in
1971 by the Smith Family and moved from South Central Los Angeles to Redding California. In 1992 the
company purchased land and built our current facility in Boulder.
As outdoor enthusiasts participating in an array of activities we at Backpacker's Pantry understand the
need to pack light and eat well. We are dedicated to creating dishes that satisfy not only your palate but
your nutritional needs as well. Preparing our products using both the freeze drying and dehydration
methods not only reduces the weight and prolongs shelf life, but also locks in all of the nutrients
needed to keep an active body fueled and ready for the next adventure. In addition, we go the extra
distance to ensure your safety by subjecting all of our meat products to a daily inspection process
performed by a USDA inspector.
Allergen Statement
PLEASE NOTE: WE PROCESS FOODS WITH PEANUTS AND TREE NUTS AT THIS FACILITY. THEREFORE ALL
FOOD ITEMS MAY CONTAIN TRACES OF PEANUTS OR TREE NUTS. Detailed nutrition and allergen
information is available for all of our products. ORDER CAREFULLY AS WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS
ON FOOD ITEMS!
Frequently Asked Questions
Backpacking Food
We use both freeze-dried and dehydrated ingredients, which reduce weight and prolong the shelf life
of meals. Shelf life varies from 1.5 to 3 years depending on the product. The freeze–drying and
dehydrating technology we use also locks all of the nutrients in our foods. Our new 100% Organic
offerings are certified by the USDA, demonstrating our continued effort to provide the highest quality
food while promoting sustainability. Our products contain no dyes, no artificial colors, and no MSG.
MSG (Monosodium glutamate) is a common food additive, which has no taste by itself. MSG is
designed to enhance taste by artificially stimulating taste receptors. We don't use any � anywhere .
Food Safety
We go above and beyond to ensure the safety of our food by subjecting all of our meat and chicken
products to a daily inspection process by the USDA. Our facilities received an “Excellent” rating by
The American Institute of Baking (AIB), an independent inspector committed to protecting the safety
of the food supply. We do not recommend our products for long–term food storage, but they can be
stored in a cool, dark place until the next adventure.
Packaging
Our revolutionary packaging design allows Backpacker’s Pantry customers to cook and eat many of
the meals directly in the bag, reducing spills and keeping out pesky insects and the occasional dust
storm. The gusset bottom pouch acts as a combination pot and bowl – just add boiling water, stir, let it
sit for the instructed time, and enjoy! A zip–lock top keeps the heat in, and, when finished, we
encourage customers to use the pouch to carry out trash. Our serving sizes are 20–30% larger than
the competition, giving outdoor enthusiasts more of the nutrients they need to keep moving.
PACK IT OUT!
Our foil pouches won’t burn, however they make perfect mini waste bags. Please pack them out along
with everything else you take out of the backcountry. We feel strongly that the outdoor experience is
a vital part of life to be respected and cherished. A portion of every sale is given to organizations
dedicated to preserving our planet for future generations. Complete meals generate less waste by
providing customers with all the food they need in very little packaging. Our packaging urges
customers to use meal pouches to pack out all the trash they generate, supporting the mission of
Leave No Trace.
As part of our ongoing mission to “Go Green or Go Home”, we will strive to use 25% less energy in our
processes, improving on our 2008 consumption. We trimmed our most–used package design down by
9%, and our 2009 menu, 19 pages shorter than the 2008 version, is printed locally on 100% post–
consumer paper using soy–based inks. We love the backcountry and we strive to do our part to
preserve natural landscapes.
Preparation
Cooking our food requires the addition of water. Be certain of your water needs before you leave for
your adventure. In addition to a supply of drinking and washing water you will need an average of 5–6
cups of water, per person, per day, for three complete meals. Our cooking instructions are
established at an elevation of 5,344 feet in our Boulder, Colorado kitchen. Changes in elevation will
affect total cooking time, as much as doubling it with every 5,000 feet gained.
Privacy Policy
Our Commitment to Privacy
Our Privacy Policy was developed as an extension of our commitment to combine the highest-quality
products and services with the highest level of integrity in dealing with our customers and partners.
The Policy is designed to assist you in understanding how we collect, use and safeguard the personal
information you provide to us and to assist you in making informed decisions when using our site and
our products and services. This statement will be continuously assessed against new technologies,
business practices and our customers’ needs.
PLEASE NOTE: WE PROCESS FOODS WITH PEANUTS AND TREE NUTS AT THIS FACILITY. THEREFORE ALL
FOOD ITEMS MAY CONTAIN TRACES OF PEANUTS OR TREE NUTS. Detailed nutrition and allergen
information is available for all of our products. ORDER CAREFULLY AS WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS
ON FOOD ITEMS!
Frequently Asked Questions
Backpacking Food
We use both freeze-dried and dehydrated ingredients, which reduce weight and prolong the shelf life
of meals. Shelf life varies from 1.5 to 3 years depending on the product. The freeze–drying and
dehydrating technology we use also locks all of the nutrients in our foods. Our new 100% Organic
offerings are certified by the USDA, demonstrating our continued effort to provide the highest quality
food while promoting sustainability. Our products contain no dyes, no artificial colors, and no MSG.
MSG (Monosodium glutamate) is a common food additive, which has no taste by itself. MSG is
designed to enhance taste by artificially stimulating taste receptors. We don't use any � anywhere .
Food Safety
We go above and beyond to ensure the safety of our food by subjecting all of our meat and chicken
products to a daily inspection process by the USDA. Our facilities received an “Excellent” rating by
The American Institute of Baking (AIB), an independent inspector committed to protecting the safety
of the food supply. We do not recommend our products for long–term food storage, but they can be
stored in a cool, dark place until the next adventure.
Packaging
Our revolutionary packaging design allows Backpacker’s Pantry customers to cook and eat many of
the meals directly in the bag, reducing spills and keeping out pesky insects and the occasional dust
storm. The gusset bottom pouch acts as a combination pot and bowl – just add boiling water, stir, let it
sit for the instructed time, and enjoy! A zip–lock top keeps the heat in, and, when finished, we
encourage customers to use the pouch to carry out trash. Our serving sizes are 20–30% larger than
the competition, giving outdoor enthusiasts more of the nutrients they need to keep moving.
PACK IT OUT!
Our foil pouches won’t burn, however they make perfect mini waste bags. Please pack them out along
with everything else you take out of the backcountry. We feel strongly that the outdoor experience is
a vital part of life to be respected and cherished. A portion of every sale is given to organizations
dedicated to preserving our planet for future generations. Complete meals generate less waste by
providing customers with all the food they need in very little packaging. Our packaging urges
customers to use meal pouches to pack out all the trash they generate, supporting the mission of
Leave No Trace.
As part of our ongoing mission to “Go Green or Go Home”, we will strive to use 25% less energy in our
processes, improving on our 2008 consumption. We trimmed our most–used package design down by
9%, and our 2009 menu, 19 pages shorter than the 2008 version, is printed locally on 100% post–
consumer paper using soy–based inks. We love the backcountry and we strive to do our part to
preserve natural landscapes.
Preparation
Cooking our food requires the addition of water. Be certain of your water needs before you leave for
your adventure. In addition to a supply of drinking and washing water you will need an average of 5–6
cups of water, per person, per day, for three complete meals. Our cooking instructions are
established at an elevation of 5,344 feet in our Boulder, Colorado kitchen. Changes in elevation will
affect total cooking time, as much as doubling it with every 5,000 feet gained.
Privacy Policy
Our Commitment to Privacy
Our Privacy Policy was developed as an extension of our commitment to combine the highest-quality
products and services with the highest level of integrity in dealing with our customers and partners.
The Policy is designed to assist you in understanding how we collect, use and safeguard the personal
information you provide to us and to assist you in making informed decisions when using our site and
our products and services. This statement will be continuously assessed against new technologies,
business practices and our customers’ needs.
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