The Outdoor Chef: A New Look at Outdoor Cooking and Baking

Fri May 09 2025 at 04:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

153 Hospital St, Augusta, ME, United States, Maine 04330 | Augusta

Viles Arboretum
Publisher/HostViles Arboretum
The Outdoor Chef: A New Look at Outdoor Cooking and Baking
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Have you ever wanted to make delicious meals over a fire? This hands-on class is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and aspiring backcountry chefs! Together, we’ll explore a variety of cooking techniques and recipes that will elevate your outdoor cooking skills.
What You'll Learn
-Cooking with a Dutch oven: hearty meals and baked goods made easy.
-Using pie irons for creative and tasty dishes.
-Grilling over an open fire and cooking with simple wood sticks.
-Mastering camp stove cooking for a variety of meals.
-Baking cookies in a Coleman oven—yes, you can bake outdoors!
This class includes a feast of food, so be sure to bring your appetite! You’ll leave with new skills, favorite recipes, and the confidence to create gourmet meals under the stars.
What to Expect
-A fun, interactive class with plenty of hands-on opportunities.
-All tools, ingredients, and equipment will be provided.
-Recipes and techniques are designed for beginners and seasoned campers alike
-Accessibility Information
We aim to make this class enjoyable and welcoming for all:
Location: The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible restrooms.
Physical activity: Participants will be standing and moving around, with some lifting and handling of cooking tools. Chairs will be available to all participants. Please reach out to discuss accommodations if needed.
Dietary considerations: Let us know of any dietary restrictions or allergies, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
About the Instructor
Wood Thrush Wilderness is an outdoor guiding and educational business that helps people connect more deeply with themselves and the natural world. As Licensed Recreation Maine Guides, we offer guided canoe expeditions throughout the state of Maine. We also offer classes and training in outdoor education, wilderness medicine, and traditional crafts such as basketry.
Website: https://www.woodthrushwilderness.com/
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