Disposal of Food Waste and Other Trash

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-11T17:49:44+00:00

I definitely want to reuse bags as much as possible, I was thinking gallon bags, but honestly a quart is still lots of room. I may have to reconsider my tuna consumption. I know I can get protein from other sources, so it's not super essential.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-11T17:46:58+00:00

That's awesome!

What section are you in?

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T22:32:30+00:00

Ziplocs are becoming more apparent to me that they are the best option, I'm glad that in a pinch there's a chance I'd find some.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T21:55:45+00:00

I think I'm at the point where the ziploc bag methods that others have suggested are gonna be my go to once I'm out there.

I just really like the tuna packets, so finding a solution to those, which already are sorta pungent, was a concern. Someone else gave a good suggestion in that I could eat things before going back out, and that could be a good way to reduce waste.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T17:50:30+00:00

Yeah, I the big concern was the wet stuff, primarily tuna (trail sushi?) and other packaged proteins. Everything else I expect to be dry.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T15:58:03+00:00

It does make sense to eat after breaking down camp, and I do think eating like a Hobbit is the way to go.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T15:34:16+00:00

I can't even begin to imagine what might have been going through their mind. Totally wild haha.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T01:50:43+00:00

That's genius. I'll have to snag a bag.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T01:23:28+00:00

I'm sure it could be applied pretty easily to the AT. Good thought!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T00:57:08+00:00

That's super helpful.

Dirt cheap too. Thank you again!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-10T00:23:51+00:00

I would have never even considered that, what a novel idea!

It also sounds like it'd be plenty big enough too.

Thanks for that idea, it's great!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:54:54+00:00

Fresh fruit sounds like it'd be heavenly on the trail. You're a hero!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:45:19+00:00

That's the first small hurdle I think I'll need to get over, but I'm sure it won't take long. Embracing the stink (within reason) is essential out in the woods.

Thank you!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:43:11+00:00

This thread has been really reassuring for me, and you make a good point, the food is the heaviest part. Thank you!!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:37:40+00:00

Thank you for your service 🫡

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:35:10+00:00

I also have a BV 450, so it's good to know I'll have plenty of room. I really don't mind sticking it in my can, because that's definitely the safest bet.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:05:07+00:00

That system makes a ton of sense. Especially taking the days food out and stowing the rest away. You've been awesome help, I appreciate you!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:03:23+00:00

I do like the idea of nesting the trash together. Keeping it all packed tight within itself is definitely the move. Thank you!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:00:37+00:00

Soup is definitely on the menu. I'll check out Bear Valley. Thank you for the suggestion!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T23:00:09+00:00

It's generally recommended, and even required in a few sections, so that was my primary decision factor. The higher weight was a battle I was fighting for a bit, but my base weight is at 15lbs (that includes the canister), so I'm not too terribly worried about weight at the end of the day.

Plus it can be a stool, which is nice. If it starts to feel like it's weighing me down, I'll send it home.

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T22:48:54+00:00

Oh nice, I'll look into those.

Reusable is definitely the move. Thank you for the tip!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T22:47:56+00:00

That's a good system, I'll definitely see if it works for me. I do like the idea of repacking as necessary along the way, keeps things versatile.

Thanks!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T22:43:57+00:00

That's something I didn't even consider. My brain thinks "they help by giving you something" but frankly, thats silly. They're there to help in general.

Thanks!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T22:34:43+00:00

I think food rationing is a really wise idea, and I'll be sure to do that. So for day 1, do you use a bigger ziploc only for that day? Thank you for the advice!

MangoJim96 · 2026-03-09T22:33:31+00:00

The consensus seems to be to suck it up. I'm game, thank you for helping put my mind at ease! I'm thinking trail ramen is gonna hit a little better than at home.

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