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Dorm Eating Staples for Seasonal Workers in National Parks

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This is a list for creating meals/having food in your dorm on your days off. These are just ideas, because I use to do my laundry and cleaning on my Thursday night, enjoy my Friday night or relax, Saturday was my day out, then Sunday was my hermit da...
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Appliances

Some places do not allow any kind of cooking inside- but others are more flexible. If you are driving it, it would be easier to bring these things or buy them from Facebook marketplace in town. 

 
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Great for keeping beverages cold, any day off staples, and leftovers from town/the pub.
Vissani 3.1 cu. ft. 2-Door Mini Refrigerator in Stainless Steel with Freezer
 
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Be sure to check with housing how much wattage you can have but this should work fine.
0.7 cu. ft. 700-Watt Countertop Microwave in Black
 
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Having this is really handy to be able to have tea, coffee, and ramen noodles.
CACHOO Electric Tea Kettle
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Breakfast

Most locations have employee dining rooms with 3 meals per day, others have 2, others do not have and have a communal kitchen where you can cook your own food. It depends on the company and your location. That is why I usually like to stock up on foo...

 
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For a quick grab and go option, I would have these and get bananas from the employee dining room.
Nature's Path Organic Toaster Pastries Frosted Berry Strawberry - 6ct
 
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Just boil water in your kettle and mix to enjoy. Or boil water, let sit at room temp, add to oatmeal, then microwave!
Kodiak Protein-Packed Instant Oatmeal Maple & Brown Sugar - 6ct
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Nothing beats fresh fruit, but this is more doable and will last longer. Great to have with breakfast, lunch, or as a snack!
Del Monte Fruit Cup Snacks Variety Pack in 100% Juice 4 oz Cups (Pack of 12)

Lunch

Most locations have employee dining rooms with 3 meals per day, others have 2, others do not have and have a communal kitchen where you can cook your own food. It depends on the company and your location. That is why I usually like to stock up on foo...

 
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Dumplings are usually always sold at the general store in the freezer aisle. This is a good healthy option but are not too filling- would need to have ramen or noodles with it.
Bibigo Frozen Steamed Dumplings Pork & Vegetable - 6.6oz
 
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I always bring a small storage container of non perishable items and snacks. I either stock up before my road trip or travels out or stop at the store close to the park. Having stuff for PB&Js is a staple. If your employee dining room has packed ...
Creamy Peanut Butter - 16oz - Good & Gather™
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PB&J staple items- be sure to put this in the fridge after opening.
Smucker's Squeeze Grape Jelly - 20oz
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PB&J staple items-also if the bread in the packed to go lunches aren't good, you can swap it out with this.
Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse Sourdough Bread - 24oz

Dinner

Most locations have employee dining rooms with 3 meals per day, others have 2, others do not have and have a communal kitchen where you can cook your own food. It depends on the company and your location. That is why I usually like to stock up on foo...

 
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When I have a mini fridge with a freezer, I like to stock up on frozen dinners at the general store or if I have my car- stop at the store in town on my way back into the park from my day off.
Healthy Choice Simply Steamers Gluten Free Vegan Frozen Unwrapped Burrito Bowl - 9.25oz
 
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Many people get ramen and eat it a lot but the high sodium is not good for you. I did some research and found this healthier version, also vegetarian.
RAMEN EXPRESS Beef Flavor Ramen Noodles, 24 Pack

Snacks

Most locations have employee dining rooms with 3 meals per day, others have 2, others do not have and have a communal kitchen where you can cook your own food. It depends on the company and your location. That is why I usually like to stock up on foo...

 
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The variety and price of nuts at target is great. Also worth it to splurge on in the general store.
Honey Roasted Cashews - 8.5oz - Good & Gather™
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Whether there is a movie night or your just need a binge-worthy snack, this is my go-to!
Pop Secret Microwave Popcorn Homestyle Butter Flavor - 3.2oz/12ct
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I love Tillamook brand and these are tasty! There is also single sticks at Dollar Tree. Great for hike snacks!
Tillamook Country Smoker Zero Sugar Original Beef Jerky - 6.5oz
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These are my favorite gummy worms, they aren't sticky on your teeth when you eat them.
Black Forest Gummy Worms Candy, 22oz Bag
 
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This is the adult granola bar version or the smores quaker oat ones but the granola is smaller pieces.
Kodiak Protein-Packed S'mores Chewy Granola Bars, 5 Count