What is the expiration date or shelf life of this once ordered?

Ordered mine Feb, 2020. Best by is 2049.

One bucket is $98. A "set of 2" is $821. How many are in a set ?

A set of 2 would mean 2 buckets, 48 meals. Don't buy that someone went crazy with that offering... just buy 2 buckets.

Is this brand made in the USA?

Yes the Mountain House Foot are made in the U.S.A. . Mountain House were involved in supporting the U.S. military for their package meals.

Are thepouches bpa free?

I agree, if you're hungry enough you will eat it, not to mention the BPA issue is not nearly as bad of an issue as they make it out to be.

Mountain House Classic Bucket | Freeze Dried Backpacking & Camping Food | 24 Servings

Mountain House Classic Bucket | Freeze Dried Backpacking & Camping Food | 24 Servings

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Brand
Mountain House
Flavour
Beef Chicken
Item form
Freeze-Dried
Number of Items
1
Package information
Bucket

🥾Lightweight 5.52 lbs bucket

⏱️Ready in under 10 mins

🛡️30-year shelf life guarantee

Description

🥾 Ready-to-eat comfort food that fuels your wildest adventures—no mess, no stress!

COMPACT POWERHOUSE - Weighing only 5.52 lbs and sized for easy storage, this bucket is your ultimate adventure companion.
TRUSTED LEGACY OF FLAVOR - Since 1969, Mountain House has perfected comfort food for adventurers and emergency preppers alike.
ECO CONSCIOUS CONVENIENCE - Pouches are recyclable via TerraCycle, so you can fuel your adventures while protecting the planet.
EFFORTLESS GOURMET OUTDOORS - Just add hot water and enjoy a full meal in under 10 minutes—no cleanup required.
NUTRIENT RICH FREEZE DRIED GOODNESS - Premium ingredients freeze-dried to lock in flavor and essential nutrients for peak taste and energy.

The Mountain House Classic Bucket offers 24 servings of freeze-dried, nutrient-packed meals in 12 pouches, featuring favorites like Beef Stew and Chicken Fried Rice. Weighing just 5.52 lbs and requiring only hot water for preparation in under 10 minutes, it’s perfect for camping, backpacking, or emergency food storage. With a 30-year shelf life and recyclable packaging, it combines convenience, taste, and sustainability for the modern outdoor enthusiast.

Specifications

ASIN	B0843HYLK9
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Eggs, Milk, Sesame may contain, Tree Nuts, Wheat
Best Sellers Rank	#6,340 in Sporting Goods ( See Top 100 in Sporting Goods ) #6 in Camping Freeze-Dried Food
Brand	Mountain House
Brand Name	Mountain House
Color	Red, Orange
Container Type	Bucket
Cuisine	american food
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 4,204 Reviews
Flavor	Beef,Chicken
Flavour	Beef,Chicken
Included Components	12 Pouches
Item Form	Freeze-Dried
Item Type Name	Freeze-Dried Camping Food, Backpacking Food, Emergency Food or Survival Food
Item form	Freeze-Dried
Manufacturer	Mountain House
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	12
Package information	Bucket
Recommended Uses For Product	Backpacking, Camping, Emergency Food Storage, Hiking, Hunting, Quick Meals at Home
Recommended uses for product	Backpacking, Camping, Emergency Food Storage, Hiking, Hunting, Quick Meals at Home
Size	Net Wt 48.6 oz (3.0 lbs)
Specialty	No Artificial Colors,No Artificial Flavour
UPC	041133816359
Unit Count	48.6 Grams

Reviews

D**C

A great brand

8.10.2024

C**I

Favorite dried foods

8.11.2025

A**R

Great taste

26.02.2026

S**M

Camping food

15.11.2025

L**A

Varying flavor quality

6.05.2025

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