Ron Smith, founder of American Outdoor Products, talks about the history of backpacking food, buying Dri-Lite and turning it into what is now Backpacker’s Pantry, and 75 years of outdoor food.

https://backpackerspantry.com/

Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast.

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

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Ron Smith | Founder of American Outdoor Products - Backpacker's Pantry | History of Gear