FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 13, 2015
HEALTHIEST WEIGHT FLORIDA AND THE DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ANNOUNCE THE HEALTHY CAMPFIRE COOKING PROGRAM
TALLAHASSEE – Today, the
Florida Department of Health, in partnership with the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection, launched the Healthy Campfire Cooking Program. This
program expands campfire cooking classes currently offered in Florida’s state
parks and trails to include healthy food options.
“Camping is a
healthy outdoor activity, and this program emphasizes the value of healthy
outdoor cooking,” said State Surgeon General and Secretary of Health Dr. John
Armstrong. “The Florida Department of Health is proud to collaborate with the
Department of Environmental Protection and state park rangers to promote
healthy camping habits throughout the state.”
“Hiking,
biking, paddling and swimming are just some of the activities visitors can
participate in as they seek a healthier lifestyle in Florida’s state parks and
trails,” said Florida Park Service Director Donald Forgione. “With the
introduction of Healthy Campfire Cooking to the rich assortment of programs
available in state parks, the Florida Department of Health and Florida
Department of Environmental Protection are providing more opportunities for
people to enjoy the natural and cultural resources of Florida.”
This
partnership program offers Florida’s park visitors healthy campfire recipes and
the opportunity to learn safe campfire preparation and cooking skills through
classes led by state park rangers. Recipe options include Mexican chicken and
bean packets, campfire vegetable medley and herbed salmon. Each recipe is accompanied
by nutrition information and suggested activities to help offset the calories
of each meal. A new campfire cooking activity is also available for Junior
Rangers.
To get recipe
information and learn more about the program, visit www.healthiestweightflorida.com/activities/.
To find cooking classes in your area contact your local state park or visit https://www.floridastateparks.org/things-to-do/events.
Healthiest Weight
Florida is a public-private collaboration bringing together state agencies,
not-for-profit organizations, businesses and entire communities to help
Florida’s children and adults make consistent, informed choices about healthy
eating and active living.
Florida’s 171
state parks and trails inspire residents and visitors with recreational opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate
children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With 161 parks, 10
state trails, nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500
miles of multi-use trails, visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural
treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Pocket Ranger® mobile app,
available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your
experience while visiting. For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org.
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