Divvy this mix into snack bags and bring it along on your next day hike.

From www.cooks.com

1 ½ c oats

½ c wheat germ

½ c nuts

¼ c sesame seeds

¼ c blanched slivered almonds

½ c mixed color raisins or Craisins (or both)

½ c coconut

½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

¼ c vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla

¼ c honey

Preheat oven to 375°.  Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.  Mix together vegetable oil, vanilla and honey and pour over the dry mixture and stir.  Spread the mixture evenly on a lightly greased cookie sheet.  Bake for 20-30 minutes, stirring once or twice.  Cool and break up any lumps.  Store in an airtight container. 

 Variation:  Add ½ tsp of cinnamon for a spicier taste.