Camping Dishes

 


 Packing your regular dinner plates from home to go camping is not logical when camping dishes are much more economical and space efficient.  There are many types of camping dishes available to buy in different types of materials.

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  • Aluminum  These are used mostly by groups like scouts, or week long outdoor camps.  They are durable and will last a long time.
  • Enamel      These camping dishes are sturdy and hold up well to use.  They are a little heavier, look great and are excellent for car camping.
  • Lexan        This type of camping dishes is very lightweight and is preferred by most hikers or light camper.
The aluminum camping dishes have been on the market for years.  Not very attractive, but get the job done.  Ideal for youngsters learning how to take care of equipment, it will withstand a good amount of abuse.

Enamel camping dishes are a favorite purchase for the weekend camper or where you don’t have to haul equipment far to your campsite.  You can get complete sets of camping dishes and cooking pots.  The enamel coffee pots are among the favorites for that early morning coffee.  They are heavy enough to keep water warm for a long time.



Personal camping dishes consist of a plate, bowl, utensils and a cup.  This is just for eating off of, and you would also need cooking equipment.  When you are on a back packing trip or a short hike, camping dishes such as a mess kit may be a better route to go.  These camping dishes conveniently fit together as one unit, which is extremely space efficient for smaller packs.  It comes with a handle to put on the outer pan to cook with the same set of camping dishes, this way there is nothing else to carry.  Three-piece silverware sets are handy as well in these types of outdoor situations due to their loop ring to keep them together.  You will never be looking for a lost utensil again.   Click image at right to buy these.





The most popular camping dishes on the market are made from a plastic material known as Lexan.  This plastic is virtually indestructible, which is a needed feature for most Lightweight campers. They can be stowed in a ditty bag and hung on the outside of your pack, to keep any food smells of off your clothing.

Camping Dishes also include wine glasses made of Lexan and are popular in the outdoors with the modern camper/hikers.  There is nothing wrong with kicking back and having a glass of wine with your meal.  A lot of hikers enjoy a little liquid refreshment after a long day on the trail.  They use it to relax the muscles and to sleep better.  There is no sense drinking a fine wine from a tin cup, why not enjoy it to the fullest.

So where ever your next trip takes you, make sure that you have picked up the proper equipment.  With camping dishes to suit your needs, you will be the well-prepared outdoorsmen.  See for yourself how the proper gear can make any outing much more enjoyable.