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Winter Camping

  1. Winter Camping Boots are Essential

    Camping Tourist &bull Jan 19, 2012

    Snow and cold weather usually means the end of the camping season for most people. However for others, it's just the beginning. Some people actually prefer doing their camping in the fluffy white stuff when there's nobody else around in… Full Story »


  2. Make Winter Camping More Comfortable

    Wend Magazine Blog &bull Jan 9, 2012

    There comes a time in the dead of winter when we find ourselves pacing the room like a caged wolf, rubbing our slippers raw. As the gray sky looms outside and snow falls to the ground we sometimes sneak into the garage and rummage through our camping gear, thinking fondly of pine trees and mountain air. Somehow, those summer months filled with camping and hiking seems so far away, like a distant, sunny dream. But the truth is for the brave of heart with the proper gear, camping during the winter can be an enchanting reality. Old mountaineers often… Full Story »

  3. What are Winter Camping Boots?

    Suite101: Backpacking, Hiking and Camping &bull Dec 30, 2011

    Winter camping requires more than regular hiking boots. Cold temperatures, snow, and ice can turn standard hiking boots into frozen blocks of leather quickly. These can be difficult to thaw out, and if worn could cause frostbite on the toes or… Full Story »

  4. Overnight Winter Camping Program for kids during Christmas Break in Allegany State Park

    New York Outdoors Blog &bull Dec 14, 2011

    The deadline to sign up for WinterCamp 2011 at Camp Turner in Allegany State Park is December 23. Don't miss out on another great opportunity for your kids to attend camp! We plan on having a fantastic time with or… Full Story »


  5. "Who Would Have Thought..."

    Summit Stones & Adventure Musings &bull Dec 11, 2011

    I call these "Summit Stones"..... After gathering these small rocks for many years, while out on adventures, I now splash a bit of paint on them and give them back... The musings here are simply about the wonders of adventure and inspiration.… Full Story »

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  6. Winter Camping Destinations

    Camping Earth Blog &bull Dec 10, 2011

    If you've studied up on your winter camping tips and feel ready to brave the frigid temperatures, where are some good destinations for winter camping? Thankfully, it's a big, beautiful world, so you shouldn't have to struggle to hard to find a great winter camping destination. Big Bend National Park is… Full Story »

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  7. Winter Camping in Michigan State Parks

    Camping Tourist &bull Dec 2, 2011

    When the trees have finished changing colors and the fall gradually turns into winter, it doesn't mean the camping season's over. Not in the American state of Michigan anyway as there are at least 10 state parks that offer year-long camping. The winter air is cool and crisp, the snow makes everything look so clean and beautiful, and… Full Story »


  8. Guest Essay: Wintertime Backcountry Sanitation

    Adirondack Almanack &bull Nov 22, 2011

    Become a part of the solution: Andrew Liveris (UPENN interview) and the Nature Conservancy hope to plant a billion trees in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. New York Apartments Looking for Budget Hotels in Manhattan New York or New York Apartments? Lets Book Hotel is a good resource for all your new york accommodation needs. What follows is a guest essay by Jim Muller, a regular Almanack reader and an avid winter camper who edits the site WinterCampers.com. Muller noted that Dan Crane's recent post on Adirondack Backcountry Hygiene assumed summertime conditions and he wanted to provide us his take… Full Story »

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  9. Check the Roads Before You Go

    About Camping &bull Oct 31, 2011

    This can be a tough time of year for campers. The road to Reds Meadow, my favorite camping and outdoor recreation area in California, closes today. Many roads to national and state parks close this time of year, and it… Full Story »

  10. Winter Camping Tips

    Camping Earth Blog &bull Oct 17, 2011

    Planning a winter camping trip around hiking, skiing, or snowboarding can add fun to your time in the frigid outdoors. With the right amount of planning and preparing, camping in the winter can be comfortable and safe. No matter what time of the year you camp, having… Full Story »


  11. Snowstorms Across the US Prepare Campers for Winter Season

    About Camping &bull Oct 10, 2011

    The first winter snow fell this past week in mountain regions across the United States. Snow reports from the Sierra Nevada in California measured as much as 20 inches of accumulation, which temporarily shut down mountain roads and access to… Full Story »

  12. Catching up with Backpacker

    The Smoky Mountain Hiking Blog &bull Oct 2, 2011

    After being gone for more than five weeks, I'm finally feeling like I'm starting to get caught up on everything. I've finally had a chance to look at a few emails Backpacker Magazine has sent me, and found a few… Full Story »

  13. 10 of Canada's Best Ice Fishing Locations

    Camping Tourist &bull Sep 10, 2011

    Canada, with its long, cold winters is one of the best nations in the world for winter camping and ice fishing. These are some of the best areas in the country to camp near and to try your hand at… Full Story »


  14. Waterfalls and Winter Camping

    The Smoky Mountain Hiking Blog &bull Aug 28, 2011

    Below are four new hiking related books that are due to be published this week, that might be of some interest to you. Three of the books are trail guides for locations within the Southern Appalachians, while the fourth provides… Full Story »

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  15. 10 Camping Heater Options for Your Warm Camping Nights

    Camping Tourist &bull Aug 18, 2011

    Camping outdoors is great fun during the summer, but the winter is a different story altogether. If you would like to enjoy the outdoors in the cold nights, then you need a camping heater that will keep you warm and cozy despite the low temperatures. Here are the top ten camping heater choices to make your decision easier. This camping heater is your perfect companion during cold outdoor nights; the Stansport Portable Outdoor Butane Heater is portable and ultra quiet to give you warm and comfortable nights. This compact heater is easy to operate with electronic ignition and needs an… Full Story »

  16. International Camping on the Rise

    Hiking News @ ABC of Hiking &bull Aug 8, 2011

    Camping and caravanning continues to be a popular pastime at both home and abroad. The Camping and Caravanning Club's Carefree Travel Service is currently bucking the staycation trend with European sales up nine per cent on this time last year.… Full Story »

  17. Building a Snow Cave for Camping

    Camping Tourist &bull May 12, 2011

    Nothing is quite as satisfying as building our own shelter and living in it. Snow caves are so fun and they are enjoyable winter camping events. Set up a large mass of snow, dig it with snow hovels, wrap the… Full Story »


  18. Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Air Mattress Review | Comfort Adjust Pump Air Mattress

    comfortadjustpumpairmattress.blogspot.com &bull Apr 22, 2011

    You will also feel considerably warmer. It has a metallic type layer on the bottom which radiates your body heat back up to you. I got the regular size which is big enough to get the job done, however it's on the narrow side and if I was… Full Story »

  19. Amazon.co.jpF Winter Backpacking: Your Guide to Safe and Warm Winter Camping and Day Trips: Ben Shillington, Trevor Lush: m

    www.amazon.co.jp &bull Apr 20, 2011

    Backpacking in the winter months can be exhilarating, refreshing, and - with the help of this book - remarkably safe and comfortable too! All it takes is some good planning and learning some tricks to keep warm, dry and happy.… Full Story »

  20. Want to Play Outside? A MN Rovers Outdoor Adventure Sampler - Bloomington REI

    www.rei.com &bull Apr 19, 2011

    Description: Like to paddle, rock-climb, backpack, camp, bike, or hike? What about skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding or winter camping? Looking for some "adventure buddies"? The Minnesota Rovers, a local outdoor recreation group, organizes low-cost and free opportunities to enjoy the outdoors… Full Story »

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