any coo/ck/s /ck/amp? I've been hiking a lot, usually day hikes. I'm getting in to backpacking though and am currently planning a thru hike of the Appalachian Trail.

Any unique food ideas/tips? Camp Stove advice? Especially for such a long trek? I need a light, reliable stove. So far I just have those mountain freeze dried meals, Jerky, etc. The typical fare. I bet other /ck/ browsers can come up with better ideas.