Winter Camping

[Itchy_Ivy]

My friend is trying to make me go camping this winter. I don't really think it is a good idea. For those of you who go camping in the winter, what is what you like most about it? How much more difficult is it? What do you do during those trips?

[Thelosthiker]

Camping in the winter is just the same as camping in the summer only you wear more clothes

[Refrigerator]

It there is snow and plenty of that beautiful white stuff...rent a pair of Snow shoes.
Winter time offers me many things. Gives me a different perspective on scenary and everything around me. Test my skills and gear to keep me comfortable. Justifies why I purchased that expensive clothing just for winter. Less people on the trail.

Be sure this person has plenty of experience winter camping. Good sleeping Bag and Clothing, Boots,Foods and stay Hydrated are all vitaly important.

If I take a new comer to winter camping I ask them to do some day hikes first working out there gear glitches and comfort zone.

Winter camping can be very rewarding to you if you are prepared. Winter will offer you a new dimension in your outdoor life and offer you a higher level of awareness about yourself.

[Chary]

Winter camping can be just as fun and exciting as camping in the summer. The only difference is that in the winter you have to make sure that you keep yourself, your fingers and feet nice and warm. I enjoy camping in our RV in the winter because it is easier to stay warm.

[Thelosthiker]

ooo yes Refrigerator has a great point about the scenery!

[le Metis]

Nothing finer then listening to snow fall on the tent, and the crunch of powder when snowshoeing an unbroken trail. Food taste better, and the air is cleaner. Winter camping may not be for everyone (thankfully), but you'll never know until you give it a go....

[Refrigerator]

well said le Metis...indeed

[Thelosthiker]

They need a like button for these things!

[backyard_camper]

I'm planning on camping this week. Yesterday after work I checked out a few campgrounds I plan on staying at. I can see why some people like winter camping....there was no one there. Trying to get my son to join me but so far the answer is no. LOL. My neighbors' kid is up for it though. There was a few inches of snow up there too.

[campershell]

I have never tried winter camping before, but refrigerator makes it look very interesting and a unique experience. I may try it this time somewhere close by.