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This is a three-part instructional series on Winter Camping that will include
DRESSING UP to Meet Frosty the Snowman,
a SLEEP SYSTEM that even a Bear would love,
and SHELTER from "the Stormy Blast",
plus other tips and ideas.
This presentation is designed as an introduction for beginners and interested people.
WELCOME TO WINTER CAMPING DRESSING UP to Meet Frosty the Snowman,
a SLEEP SYSTEM that even a Bear would love,
and SHELTER from "the Stormy Blast",
plus other tips and ideas.
This presentation is designed as an introduction for beginners and interested people.
My first winter camping experience was disastrous. I made more mistakes than a blind ant using a surfboard to cross the Atlantic ocean in the middle of a sassy storm. But I learned a lot and have come to enjoy winter camping in all its aspects including the many fun things one can do to enjoy the season.
DRESSING UP TO MEET FROSTY THE SNOWMAN
The first thing that I had to learn quickly was to dress up to meet the weather conditions. I, like everyone else in the group, didn't have money to buy all that fancy expensive brand name stuff to cover the body. I had to use what I already had. I also learned that it wasn't about fashion and how I looked to others. It was all about safety, sense, and oh ya, having fun.
So the first phrase I learned was to DRESS IN LAYERS. Then I learned paying attention to what I wore on my face and head was important as well as what I wore on my feet. I finally gave in on wearing "jeans" or jean like material. People in the know have proven over and over again rarely do jeans have a place in a camp wardrobe.
So, the first thing we learn is how to dress properly to meet the challenges of cold weather.
Coming up - a Sleep System that even a Bear would Love and Shelter from a "Stormy Blast". In the meantime ask questions and share your experiences on the topic of Dressing Up.