Grow it. Pack it. Cook it. The Surf Hunter’s way.

There’s nothing like cooking a meal by the beach, the smell of salt air mingling with the aroma of sizzling campfire food. But what if that foil-pack dinner or beachside taco included herbs and veggies you grew yourself?

At Red Sky Surf Hunters, we believe in making memories from seed to skillet—bringing the flavor of your backyard garden right to your campsite table. Whether you're prepping for a surf fishing weekend or just leveling up your next coastal campout, these easy-to-grow ingredients will turn your catch-and-cook into something unforgettable.

.🌿 Why Grow for Your Campsite?

• It’s fresher. Grocery-store herbs wilt. Your garden basil? Still dewy from the morning sun.

• It’s cheaper. A few packets of seed turn into months of homegrown meals.

• It’s empowering. From planting to plating, you control the quality.

• It’s flavorful. Nothing beats the punch of fresh-picked produce tossed on grilled fish or veggies.

🪴 Top 3 Easy Crops to Grow for Camp Cooking

1. Basil

The MVP of campsite cuisine. Grow it in a pot on your patio or windowsill. It thrives in sun and warmth.

• Flavor boost: Add to grilled halibut or perch, mix into campsite pesto, or garnish your beach tacos.

• Camping tip: Clip sprigs and store in a damp paper towel inside a sealed container. Use within 2–3 days.

2. Cherry Tomatoes

Compact, hardy, and snackable. Cherry tomatoes grow well in 5-gallon buckets or grow bags.

• Flavor boost: Skewer and grill, toss into foil packets, or dice into fresh salsa.

• Camping tip: Pick slightly underripe ones for trips—they’ll ripen slowly and last longer on the road.

3. Sweet Peppers

Mini bells or lunchbox peppers are perfect for slicing into fajitas or stuffing with cheese and grilling.

• Flavor boost: Adds crunch, color, and sweetness to any campfire dish.

• Camping tip: Store whole in a breathable produce bag; they last up to a week in a cooler.

🔥 Sample Campfire Meal: “Tent-to-Taco” Foil Pack

Ingredients:

• Fresh surfperch or store-bought tilapia

• Olive oil + lime juice

• Your homegrown basil, chopped

• Cherry tomatoes, halved

• Sliced sweet peppers

• Salt, pepper, garlic powder

Directions:
Wrap all ingredients in heavy-duty foil. Grill over hot coals for 10–12 minutes. Serve with tortillas and a sunset view.

Download our free “Tent-to-Table” Foil Pack Recipe Card — and bring the flavor to your next beach cookout.

🚙 Pro Tip: Prep Before You Go

• Pack harvested herbs in airtight containers with a damp towel.

• Pre-slice peppers and store in labeled baggies.

• Bring a small cutting board and herb scissors for on-site meal boosts.

🌅 Grow the Red Sky Way

You don’t need acres of land to grow flavor. A few pots, a sunny windowsill, and a weekend plan are all it takes. When your garden meets your grill by the surf, you’re not just camping—you’re harvesting memories.

Red Sky Surf Hunters: One Campsite, One Hook, a Lifetime of Memories.