Are you planning a winter camping trip? Here are some tips to keep in mind. Winter Camping tips. Check the weather before you go. *Essential items: thermal underwear sleeping cap gloves extra shoes winter jacket (even if the weather is predicted to be warm) *Bring cold-weather sleeping gear: *Sleeping bags: Always bring a sleeping bag that protects against temperatures lower than you expect. *Bring a mattress pad or foam to provide an extra layer between your sleeping body and the cold ground. (Leave the air mattress at home, the air inside the mattress will become cold from the ground and you will find yourself chilled from the bottom up.) *Consider packing a warm water bottle to snuggle up with in your sleeping bag. *Prepare for rain and snow: Line your backpacks with plastic garbage bags to keep out moisture. And be sure to add the following to your camping checklist: water tight-containers and a tarp in case of rain extra plastic garbage bags for lining backpacks or protecting other items extra blankets, boots and a snow shovel, just in case *Arrive early and setup with care: *Remember, the days are shorter in winter, so be sure to allow yourself extra time to arrive at your campsite before dark.
Posted on: Wed, 17 Dec 2014 16:05:00 +0000
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