Quote Originally Posted by Susan Otcenas View Post
Maybe something like salmon jerky would be a good, packable, nutrition-dense, salty food that I could keep in reserve for when all else fails. I suppose packets of instant soup, in conjunction with gas station hot water would serve in a pinch as well. This deserves some more thought...
I think you're on the right track there. Most gas stations would have a hot water supply.

You might want to check out what REI or other camping supply stores have in that regard for backpackers.