by Elise B. | Nov 22, 2023 | Winter camping
A couple of winters ago, Ross started raving about anoraks. I, on the other hand, had no idea what he was talking about. He didn’t own one after all, but he was deep into researching how to stay warm in extreme cold—and somewhere along the line, he stumbled...
by Elise B. | Nov 22, 2023 | Winter camping
Sorry to burst your bubble, but you can’t use just any old camping mattress or sleeping pad in cold weather, If you’re planning a winter camping trip, you’re going to need a mattress or pad with an R-value of at least 4, preferably 5. R-value is a...
by Elise B. | Nov 22, 2023 | Winter camping
I can tell you from experience: There’s nothing quite like doing your business in -30°C (-22°F) temperatures with the wind chill. Backcountry camping in the winter is wonderful, but the cold certainly makes routine tasks and personal hygiene a challenge. Pooping...
by Elise B. | Nov 21, 2023 | Winter camping
Winter is a beautiful season, but you should never underestimate how dangerous it can be. Many of the risks associated with three-season camping also apply to winter camping, however the risks are higher because of the cold weather. Before you set out on a winter...
by Elise B. | Nov 20, 2023 | Winter camping
The challenging part about trying to go ultralight with winter camping is that winter gear is typically heavier and bulkier so that it can withstand the elements. We learned this the hard way after investing in a 30-pound canvas hot tent along with a 30-pound stove to...
