Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)?
What about a fresh layer of powder?
Frozen ponds and icy glacial lakes?
Experts in This Article
Mikell Bova is a Gearhead for the outdoor retailer Backcountry.
As long as you research, prepare, andinvest in the right gear, winter camping is a blast.
Theres little room for erroryou need to know what youre doing.
Mikell Bova is a Gearhead for the outdoor retailer Backcountry.
Essentials aside, it’s crucial that you be strategic about picking a location to set up shop.
Elements like wind, trees, and the natural landscape need to be accounted for.
you’ve got the option to always create a wall with the snow that surrounds you.
If youre planning on making a real backcountry trek, be cautious of avalanches.
If youre in avalanche terrain, pay attention to the slopes above you.
Winter camping carries extra risk, so its best to start out slow, says Bova.
And most importantly, have fun!
Expert-approved winter camping gear to always pack with you
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Another tent option is a single pole tent like theBlack Diamond Mega Light($350).
Mikell Bova is a Gearhead for the outdoor retailer Backcountry.
I like to bring at least two sleeping pads.
Bova recommends sticking with a 3-layer membrane fabric, like GoreTex Pro, for pants and jackets.
First, youll want the extra warmth in case of an emergency, Bova says.
For food, Bova recommends calorie dense meals (dehydrated is fine, too.)
I would recommend bringing a cooking sheet to place stoves on.
you’re able to even drill holes in it pre-trip to attach some stoves to, Bova says.
TheARVA Ski Trip Shovel($65) andMammut Alugator($65) are two of my favorites.
The Western Mountaineering Standard Down Bootie($105) is my choice.
Take his word for it and dont forget your Frakta!
I highly recommend Black Diamond guide gloves, Bova says.
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