Backcountry Adventure and Nutrition, oh and mule packing too! With Heidi Brackebusch

Summary

In this conversation, Chef Andrew Garrett speaks with Heidi Brackebusch, a mule packer and dietitian, about her unique journey that intertwines her passion for mulepacking and nutrition. They explore the challenges and rewards of working in the backcountry, the significanceo of places like the Hettinger Ranch, and the philosophy of nutrition in outdoor settings. They also cover fueling your body in the backcountry, the importance of being hydrated before you're dehydrated and finding the right balance of macro nutrients to help you have success on your next Backcountry Adventure. Oh and Pop-Tarts, the importance of them in your adventure. 

 

You can find Heidi on Instagram:

@thedeckerdietian

@v2pnutrition

Connect with her through www.V2Pnutrition.com

History of the Hettinger Ranch: https://objects.lib.uidaho.edu/taylorarchive/b4-HistoricalAccounts-002.pdf