What should I bring for a camping?

Im going camping on a desolate island, what should i bring for food?

• I have to take a small boat to this island, there is legit NOTHING there. We will have a camp fire and thats about it. The trip up is 8 hours giving virtually all food a chance to spoil. What are some good foods that you can suggest i take with me. So far i have sundried tomatoes, beef jerky and pudding packs in mind. I am also on my own to carry all my own gear so keep in mind im not in the best shape of my life. The trip in total is 3 days.

• Answer:

  So - how is the water supply there? Do you need to run it through a water purifier to clean it up, or boil it (things like Giardia parasites are unpleasant - and can be common even in water the looks perfectly clean). You could go to a camping store and look at their selection of freeze dried foods. If you can afford even a couple of that type of meal, it would be worthwhile. Very light, and no spoilage. Mac and cheese packs are pretty indestructible. Dry instant pudding powder mixed up with powdered milk and water would be lighter than pudding packs. Takes a bit of effort to stir up enough to set, but works well. Nuts and dried fruit (apricots and dates are good) are always a staple for backpacking. Ramen noodles? or some dry soup mix? Have fun!