Winter Camping

Most winter camping trouble comes down to the same few things: too little insulation under you, gear left out to freeze, and the temptation to bring a stove or heater inside when the night gets cold.Winter Camping is the plain-spoken guide to sleeping warm when the temperature drops, starting with a winter car camp and building slowly to a short overnight in the snow near a trailhead.Inside, you'll learn how to:Plan for long winter nights and choose a first trip that's easy to quitStack pads, read bag ratings, and keep your sleeping bag dry night after nightFollow a night routine that keeps you, your water, your batteries, and your boots from freezingDress differently for moving and for standing around campStomp a platform, anchor a tent in snow, and pick a site away from falling branches and tree wellsKeep a canister stove working in the cold and melt snow without running out of fuelAvoid carbon monoxide, the deadliest hazard in a winter campRecognize and respond to hypothermia and frostbite, and know when to go homeThe book ends with a six-trip plan that builds your winter camping skills one step at a time.Book 17 of The Trailhead Series, practical outdoor guides for people who are just getting started.