Keeping food fresh and beverages cold is an important consideration at remote fly-in outposts. Most cabins are equipped with propane or electric refrigerators. These units usually include a small freezer compartment, though it is primarily intended for ice cube trays and small items rather than large bags of frozen meat. Some camps also have a dedicated chest freezer powered by a generator to store your trophy fish fillets for the trip home.

Because propane fridges can be finicky and have limited space, many anglers utilize a cooler system. You might use the fridge for perishables like eggs, milk, and meat, while keeping drinks in a high-quality cooler. Many outfitters provide block ice or have an ice machine at the base camp to fill your coolers before you depart. Block ice lasts significantly longer than cubed ice in the bush, and paired with a quality Yeti cooler, you can keep ice for an entire week at camp.

To monitor your food safety, it’s a smart move to bring a ThermoPro Digital Refrigerator Thermometer to ensure the propane fridge is holding a safe temperature. Also, remember to keep all food inside the cabin or in sealed containers to avoid attracting local wildlife, such as squirrels or the occasional curious black bear.