Snow Winter
Winter Camping Gear: What You Need
What is winter camping some people might ask? Or better yet, what is the point of winter camping? Well, for some it a wonderful experience of enjoying nature during the cold snowy white months of the year.
For those willing to be adventures there is not reason to let the elements keep you boxed up inside your house all winter. Winter has its own magical qualities that invite you out to play. Just think no mosquitoes, no snakes and there is no sweltering heat to try and avoid. Most of the time the winter air is much crisper and cleaner then the hot summer months as well.
Okay so now the question you want to ask, is winter camping dangerous? Sure is, you might get in a car accident on the way! Seriously sitting in your house all winter is dangerous to your health also. So bottom line is winter camping with proper education, equipment and conditions is not much more dangerous then summer camping. But you probably do not want to head out into the wilds on your first trip when the temperatures are below zero. Try starting out when the temperatures are in the 20 something for your first try.
Now it is time to consider the winter camping gear you will want to have along. Obviously you will want to take a tent. But not just a tent from your local department store. You need a tent that is designed for winter and a wonderful example of this is the North Face Mountain 25 tent. If you have a tent like that you will do well. Next you need to have along proper cold weather clothing. Warm boots, snow pants, jacket, hat, mittens or gloves and extra socks so you do not have to wear damp ones.
Now some other items that will come in handy are sun glasses. Okay this is not for a fashion statement but on a sunny day the reflection of the white snow can be blinding and leave you with a headache. Also bring along a shovel and snow shoes. You never know when you might need to do some digging. The snowshoes might also act like a shovel but it depends on the style. But if you are hiking into your camp snowshoes will be a big helping in getting there.
Now it goes without saying that winter camping is going to be different then summer camping. Yet with some education, proper gear and a willingness to be adventurous you can have a great time enjoying the contrast of a winter wonderland.
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