Boulder, Colo. (Sept. 25, 2024) — As September marks Emergency Preparedness Month, Backpacker’s Pantry, the family-owned maker of gourmet adventure meals, emphasizes the importance of being ready for unexpected situations with its comprehensive range of emergency meal solutions. Committed to reliability, nutrition, and convenience, the Boulder, Colo.-based company provides essential sustenance to help individuals and families stay prepared for any circumstance.
In 2023, the Federal Emergency Management Agency responded to more than 100 disasters, underscoring the importance of having a well-stocked emergency kit. FEMA recommends ensuring your home, work, and car kits include food, water, and other supplies sufficient to last at least three days.
Backpacker’s Pantry provides a variety of flexible meal kit options tailored to meet diverse needs. The Build Your Own Emergency Meal Kits allow consumers to build personalized kits for three or seven days, choosing from a wide selection of comforting classics and global favorites. For those seeking a more straightforward solution, Pre-Built Meal Kits are available in three-, seven-, or 14-day options, designed with a balanced mix of carbs, proteins, and fats, available in meat, vegan, and vegetarian varieties. Each kit is thoughtfully curated to provide essential nutrients and flavors that help make emergencies more manageable.
This fall, the brand is also proud to announce the launch of the Backcountry Bucket, which will include 24 servings across 12 pouches. This bucket includes two servings each of Peanut Butter Banana & Oatmeal, Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken, Pad Thai, Three Cheese Mac and Cheese, Beef Bolognese, and Santa Fe Rice & Beans with Chicken. Priced at $139.99, the Backcountry Bucket offers a convenient and comprehensive solution for long-term preparedness, blending both meat and vegetable options for a satisfying experience. The bucket will be available on the website first, with retail distribution beginning in 2025.
With a shelf life of up to 10 years, Backpacker’s Pantry freeze-dried meals are an ideal choice for emergency storage. Each meal is packaged in waterproof pouches for easy storage and preparation with just water. Backpacker’s Pantry is committed to delivering balanced, nutritious meals that help you stay prepared and nourished, no matter the situation.
For more information on our emergency meal kits, and special promotions, and to explore our full range of products, please visit www.backpackerspantry.com.
About Backpacker’s Pantry
Backpacker’s Pantry is a Boulder-based, family-owned producer of gourmet adventure meals made with healthy and sustainable ingredients. Since 1951, the company has been delivering high-quality freeze-dried meals with an emphasis on taste. To give back to the community we love, the places we adventure and the planet we must protect, Backpacker’s Pantry donates 1% of every sale, every day to nonprofits around the world through 1% For the Planet and is 100% solar powered. Today, Backpacker’s Pantry is sold in over 2,000 stores in North America. For more information and a complete list of products, visit https://backpackerspantry.com.
About American Outdoor Products
American Outdoor Products (AOP) is a food manufacturer located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, CO. Established in 1951, American Outdoor Products remains an independent, privately held, family-owned and operated company distributing products throughout the world. Inspired by a passion for unique cuisine and exciting adventures, the company produces Backpacker’s Pantry, adventure food for the outdoors; Astronaut Foods, out-of-this-world novelty treats; Chef Soraya grab-and-go plant-based meals; and Colorado Spice, all-natural and organic artisan spice blends. To learn more, visit: https://backpackerspantry.com
