WINTER CAMPING (Be Prepared!)
|
|
- Carol Green
- 5 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 WINTER CAMPING (Be Prepared!) Introduction page 2 Quick Tips for Keeping Warm page 3 Conserving Body Heat page 4 Living With Cold page 5 Clothing page 13 Sleeping Bags page 23 Food page 24 Shelters page 25 Kit List page 30 Prepared for the 1 st West Vancouver Scout Troop 1
2 INTRODUCTION You ve developed your camping skills throughout the fall, and the weather has gotten progressively colder. Now you re ready to take the next step, to camp in truly cold conditions. When you first start to think about camping in the cold weather, you soon realize there s a lot to know. Camping in July is easy, and even if you re not well prepared, you can still enjoy yourself. Camping in the winter is a different matter; preparation is very important. We cover everything you need to know in our Cold Talk, and at regular meetings throughout the year. The information in this handout is for your reference as you give more thought to winter camping. You can also refer to your Fieldbook for Canadian Scouting, which contains excellent, up-to-date information. A few things to remember at snow camp: Don t leave anything lying on the ground. This includes hats, gloves, cutlery, snow shovels, snowshoes, etc. The snow will soon cover it up and you won t find it until Spring. Plastic cutlery won t stick to your fingers like metal cutlery. Plastic plates are likewise better than metal. Carry your wide-mouth water bottle upside down. When it starts to freeze, it ll freeze on the bottom, and you ll still be able to get a drink. If your water bottle seals well, put it in your sleeping bag with you at night if you think you might like a drink in the morning. Keep your extra flashlight batteries in your pocket they ll last longer. Try to stay Dry! Remember that whatever gets wet will soon freeze. If you have any problems at all (feel cold, can t find mitts, boots are frozen, etc.), tell your leader! Our first responsibility is to make sure you re comfortable and can enjoy yourself at camp. 2
3 QUICK TIPS for keeping warm Wear a Hat We lose a lot of heat through our heads so wear your hat! Wear your Waterproof Layer Snow sticks to fleece and wool, which will then freeze solid as a board. Bring Lots of Socks (not cotton!) And change them if your feet feel like they re getting cold. Drink Lots of Water Dehydration can seriously impair the body's ability to produce heat. Drink fluids as often as possible during the day and keep a water bottle or canteen with you at night. If you re getting cold, have a drink of water! Sleeping Tip #1. Do not sleep with your mouth and nose in your sleeping bag. The moisture of your breath will condense in the bag, and cause it to become wet and ineffective as an insulator. Sleeping Tip #2. Never should you sleep in the same clothes that you have worn all day. They are damp and will cause you to chill. This could cause frostbite and hypothermia. Sleeping Tip #3. When you get up in the morning, loosely fold up your sleeping bag and put it into a garbage bag. This will prevent it from absorbing moisture during the day, and it will warm up more quickly when you go to bed again. Sleeping Tip #4. Put extra layers (foamy, blanket, extra clothing) under your sleeping bag to help insulate you from the cold ground. 3
4 CONSERVING BODY HEAT There are three ways to lose body heat. Keeping them in mind will help you be much more aware of what you are or could be doing to keep your body warm. RADIATION - The emission of body, especially from the skin areas exposed to the elements. A good set of gloves, hat, and scarf can help best in keeping bare skin to a minimum. CONDUCTION - The absorption of cold by the body when sitting or laying on cold ground, or handling cold objects such as metal eating utensils and cups. This is why a decent sleeping pad is required for cold weather camping. The same goes for wearing gloves. A camp stool is a must on a winter camping trip. Try not to sit on the ground. CONVECTION - The loss of body heat due to wind blowing across unprotected body parts. This situation can also be reduced by keeping bare skin covered with hats, scarves, and gloves. It is important to keep exposure to a minimum, ESPECIALLY in a windy situation. Convection heat loss can reduce body heat the fastest. Wet clothing will accelerate this process, making staying dry even more important. KEEPING WARM Keeping warm is the most important part of cold weather camping. Use the C-O-L-D method to assure staying warm. C - Clean Since insulation is only effective when heat is trapped by dead air spaces, keep your insulating layers clean and fluffy. Dirt, grime, and perspiration can mat down those air spaces and reduce the warmth of a garment. O - Overheating Avoid overheating by adjusting the layers of your clothing to meet the outside temperature and the exertions of your activities. Excessive sweating can dampen your garments and cause chilling later on. L - Loose Layers A steady flow of warm blood is essential to keep all parts of your body heated. Wear several loosely fitting layers of clothing and footgear that will allow maximum insulation without impeding your circulation. D - Dry Damp clothing and skin can cause your body to cool quickly, possibly leading to frostbite and hypothermia. Keep dry by avoiding cotton clothes that absorb moisture. Always brush away snow that is on your clothes before you enter a heated area. Keep the clothing around your neck loosened so that body heat and moisture can escape instead of soaking several layers of clothing. 4
5 LIVING WITH COLD Following this page is a chapter excerpted from Winter Wise, Travel and Survival in Ice and Snow, describing how your body keeps warm, as well as the problems of wind chill, hypothermia and frostbite. 5
6 6
7 7
8 8
9 9
10 10
11 11
12 12
13 CLOTHING 1. LAYERING YOUR CLOTHING (excerpted from MEC) If you re too cold, too hot, or too wet, it's hard to think happy thoughts, let alone enjoy what you are doing. Layering your clothing, instead of one bulky, do-everything garment, can help prevent uncomfortable and potentially dangerous situations, such as hypothermia. To provide an optimum environment, your internal systems try to maintain a thin layer of warm (30 to 33 C), still air around your body. If the surrounding environment was constant, and your life was void of activity, this private microclimate would be all you would need. But once you step outdoors, you alter your microclimate because of physical activity, wind temperature, and moisture, which can create conditions too extreme for the body s mechanisms to adapt to. Wearing a few layers of varying weight and fabric allows you to maintain an optimum microclimate during periods of physical exertion, as well as during times of inactivity. However, a layering system works only as well as your ability to manage it. Before you layer up, put on a wool or fleece hat as up to 50% of your total heat loss occurs through the head. Choose the right inner, mid, and outer layer and fine tune your microclimate by shedding layers before you get too hot, or by adding layers before you to cool down. You can also use pit-zippers, double zippers, vents, and flaps to help regulate your internal thermostat. Inner Layer The inner layer (aka underwear) is the most critical because it's in direct contact with your skin. Underwear must transport body moisture (sweat) away from the skin and disperse it to the next layer where it can evaporate. Because water is a good heat conductor, a wet garment against your skin draws heat away from your body twenty-five times faster than a dry one. Even in conditions above freezing, this rapid heat loss can cause a dangerous drop in your body s core temperature, leading to hypothermia. Synthetics such as polypropylene and polyester are common underwear materials. Light and strong, they absorb very little water. Their quick-drying ability reduces the risk of conductive heat loss. Inner layers are available in light, medium, and heavy weights for different activities. Lightweight for aerobic activity where sweat dispersal is paramount. For more stop-and-go activities, midweight underwear provides both moisture control and insulation. Heavyweight underwear is best used in cold conditions, where you're relatively inactive. Finally, the inner layer should fit snugly but not be restricting. Mid-Layer The mid-layer provides insulation and continues the transportation of moisture from the inner layer. To slow heat loss, this layer must be capable of retaining the warmth generated by your body. Wool and synthetics are well suited for this purpose because the structure of the fibers creates small air spaces that trap molecules of warm air. Additional features, such as pit zippers and full-length front zippers, allow venting. As with the inner-layer, this layer should be snug but not constricting. Outer Layer The outer layer protects your microclimate from the elements and should allow air to circulate and excess moisture to escape. Choose on the basis of what you plan to do and what weather you may encounter. For dry conditions, a breathable (uncoated) wind shell may be all you need. If you expect conditions to be more severe, a waterproof (coated) rain jacket might be adequate. A shell made of a breathable and waterproof fabric, such as Gore-Tex and Gore-Tex XCR, will give you protection from wind and rain, as well as allowing water vapour to escape. 13
14 2. CLOTHING ESSENTIALS Following is a chapter excerpted from Winter Wise, Travel and Survival in Ice and Snow, dealing with dressing for the cold. 14
15 15
16 16
17 17
18 18
19 19
20 20
21 21
22 Fleece Mitts Glove Liners Overmitts Snow Boots 22
23 SLEEPING BAGS After an active day, a warm and comfortable sleep can revive you enough to awaken eager for new adventures. There are many sleeping bags to choose from, however. From the $30 specials, filled with mysterious lint, to the $1,000, state-of-the-art expedition cocoons, all sleeping bags purport to offer you a cosy night's rest. To narrow your search, consider your budget, and where and when you will be camping in conjunction with a bag's: Temperature rating. Type of fill. Shape and construction. Temperature Ratings Sleeping bags are usually grouped into four general temperature categories: Summer weight (above freezing). 3-season (as low as -10 C). Cold weather (-15 to -20 C). Winter or extreme (as low as -40 C). Though ratings for bags are often a specific temperature (i.e., -7 C), many factors influence a bag's real world performance. Use of a tent, your metabolism, gender (women usually sleep colder than men), diet, and fluid intake all affect how warmly you sleep. There is no industry-wide standard, though all ratings assume use of a sleeping pad. Reputable manufacturers are conservative in their ratings, but use ratings only as guidelines and choose a warmer bag if you know you sleep coldly. Fill Type When fully lofted or fluffed up, the fill in a sleeping bag creates thousands of very small dead-air pockets. These pockets slow heat loss to the outside world, allowing your body heat to warm the envelope of air around your sleeping body. There are two main categories of fill - down and synthetics. Down is an excellent insulator - nothing beats its warmth to weight ratio, compressibility, or luxurious feel. Down is ideal for those who travel light or want to minimize pack space. It is expensive, but with proper care will last longer than a synthetic. Down's major drawbacks are that it loses most of its insulating power while it is wet and takes a long time to dry. Down is also a problem for some allergy sufferers. Synthetic fills vary greatly in durability, bulk, and weight. For a given insulation rating, even superior brand-name synthetics are heavier and bulkier than down. On the other hand, a synthetic bag is less expensive than a down bag of the same insulating value. Moreover, synthetics absorb less water and will maintain some of their loft when wet. Synthetics also dry faster, making them less vulnerable to mildew and other moisture damage. Shape and Features The shape of a sleeping bag can dramatically affect its performance. Shape and fit will impact how comfortable it is to sleep in, how warm it is, and its packed size. There are three basic sleeping bag shapes - mummy, barrel, and rectangular. Mummy bags are designed to save weight and maximize heat retention. They narrow at the feet, flare out to the shoulders, then taper to a fitted hood. With less space for your body to heat, a closerfitting bag has superior warmth to weight ratio than a roomier bag with the same loft. The trade-off is that some people find mummy bags too constricting. Barrel bags offer a trade off between thermal efficiency and room to thrash about in. Barrel bags 23
24 have no hood, are gently tapered, and incorporate a patterned oval foot section. They offer more sleeping room than mummy bags, but are slightly heavier and more bulky as a result. Rectangular bags are warm-weather sleeping bags. They are essentially a quilt that has been folded over and zipped together. They're inexpensive and roomy, but let a lot of body heat escape. Rectangular bags are heavy and bulky for the insulation they provide, and are generally considered inappropriate for most backcountry travellers. Features should also be considered when considering sleeping bags. Extras can often make a bag considerably more efficient. Things to look for are a well-contoured hood that can be snugged down, a draft collar that fits around the shoulders, and a draft tube that prevents heat from escaping through the zipper. Care and Feeding Store your bag loosely, never compressed in its stuff sack. Air it out and make sure it's dry before putting it away in a cool, ventilated area, either hung full length (not draped) or in a large storage sack. A proper storage sack may be included with your bag or purchased separately. Cleaning a sleeping bag will help extend its life span. Improper cleaning or drying, however, can cause serious damage. When in doubt, consult the original care tag. FOOD The Fieldbook For Canadian Scouting states The average Scout-aged youth will burn calories during a normal day. This calorie requirement will increase to approximately for a summer camp, and for a winter camp. That s a lot of calories, but remember your body is expending a large amount of energy just to stay war. Remember to increase your water intake along with your food intake; you need extra water to convert the extra food into energy. The type of food you eat is also important. The Canada Food Guide is a good place to start, with extra fat and protein for the cold weather. Empty calories, such as potato chips, candies and other snack food, really has no place in a winter camp. They seem to satisfy you for a short time, but if you rely on them you ll feel hungry, tired and cold. Your leaders will have a lot to say about the menu for a winter camp; it s their job to see the meals are nutritious and have the calorie content to keep you going. The important thing for you to remember (just as important as your mitts) is to eat your meals! 24
25 SNOW SHELTERS The basic shelter used at our winter snow camp is the 2-man, 3-man or 5-man dome tent you ve been using all year. We do, however make a few modifications for snow camping: Use two groundsheets, one under the tent, and one inside the tents. Dig a cold well just outside the door, under the vestibule. This will keep your tent warmer, and give you a place to put on and take off your boots. Use snow pegs. Put a blanket or extra foamy under your sleeping bag. We ll be constructing shelters at camp made of snow; the more adventurous Scouts might want to sleep in one! The following pages from Winter Wise, Travel and Survival in Ice and Snow, describe basic types of snow shelters. 25
26 26
27 27
28 28
29 29
30 KIT LIST What do I pack? You ll modify your kit over time as you discover what suits you best. Much depends on whether you are a cold sleeper or a warm sleeper, and how well you are able to keep dry. This Kit List is a place to start. It s most important that you pack yourself (your parent can help), because you must know what s in your pack! You must also make sure you can get your boots, mitts, coat, etc. on and off yourself this may seem obvious, but it has caused problems in the past. 1 st West Vancouver Scout Troop Winter Camping Kit List (Remember to make sure your name is on everything) 3 changes underwear 3 pair warm wool socks 3 pair polyprop or nylon socks 2 sets long underwear 2 pair pants (no jeans!) 2 warm shirts 2 wool or fleece sweaters neck warmer or scarf jogging suit or fleece for sleeping 2 pair fleece or wool mitts 1 pair thin gloves 1 pair waterproof overmitts bedsocks & hat 2 wool or fleece toques waterproof jacket & pants winter boots (e.g. Sorels) with extra liners gaiters sleeping bag with waterproof stuff sack (2 nd bag or blanket if necessary) camp blanket garden size garbage bag for sleeping bag sleeping pad ground sheet sit upon day pack small personal first aid kit sunglasses, sunscreen personal emergency kit flashlight with extra batteries & bulb personal toiletries roll of toilet paper 1 litre water bottle with wide mouth screw-on lid mesh bag, dishes, cutlery 30
Myth #1: Leather hiking boots will keep your feet warm. -- FALSE
PLANNING FOR WINTER CAMPING Most of this information can be found in the Boy Scout Handbook. If you are going to be doing a lot of outdoor activities, this book is an invaluable source of know-how and
More informationCold Weather Camping Personal Gear Guide- CRC, Northwest Hills 2015
Cold Weather Camping Personal Gear Guide- CRC, Northwest Hills 2015 1. The most important thing that anyone brings with them on a winter camp out, or any Scouting Activity, cannot be bought in any store.
More informationNote: For Campout Equipment Checklists, see : Equipment Lists
A typical layer system consists of an inner "Wicking" layer of thin material to remove moisture from the skin, a thicker middle "Warmth" layer to trap air and provide insulation, and an outer "Weather"
More informationOutdoor Clothing: The Layering System
MOUNTAINEERING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Sheet 1 Version 1:1 Revised: 01052006 Written & Compiled by Walt Meyer Venture Forth 2006 Outdoor Clothing: The Layering System When you re out in the mountains and you
More informationIntroduction...1 CLOTHING...1 BEDDING DOWN...3 ODDS AND ENDS...4 LAYERED CLOTHING SYSTEM...5 TYPES OF COLD...6 LOSS OF BODY HEAT...
COLD WEATHER COMFORT & SAFETY Table of Contents Introduction...1 CLOTHING...1 BEDDING DOWN...3 ODDS AND ENDS...4 LAYERED CLOTHING SYSTEM...5 TYPES OF COLD...6 LOSS OF BODY HEAT...7 Introduction Cold weather
More informationCold Weather Camping Tips
Cold Weather Camping Tips Cold weather camping as defined by BSA is camping in weather where the average daily temperature is below 50 degrees Fahrenheit and conditions are cold, wet, or windy. TYPES OF
More informationWinter Stuff Contributors: Mark Clayton, Don Childrey, Brian Raichle, Andy Sowers (12/94)
Winter Stuff Contributors: Mark Clayton, Don Childrey, Brian Raichle, Andy Sowers (12/94) Read about tips for doing cool things in the winter: planning a trip; clothing; food & water; shelter; during the
More informationPatagonia MBA Spring 2018 Leadership Venture Vertical - Recommended Gear List
Upper Body Layers Layer clothing combining different garments in order to achieve proper thermoregulation. Avoid cotton when purchasing as this material is a poor insulator when wet. Base layer T-shirt.
More informationPrimary objectives. Be prepared Buy the proper gear
Winter Camping Gear Primary objectives Be prepared Buy the proper gear Be Prepared How prepared is prepared? When you are camping at any temperature below freezing in the middle of the woods, there is
More informationWharton Winter Andes Mountaineering 2017/2018 Leadership Venture Vertical - Recommended Gear List
Upper Body Layers Layer clothing combining different garments in order to achieve proper thermoregulation. Avoid cotton when purchasing as this material is a poor insulator when wet. Base layer T-shirt.
More informationWharton Antarctica 2017/2018 Leadership Venture Vertical - Recommended Gear List
Upper Body Layers Layer clothing combining different garments in order to achieve proper thermoregulation. Avoid cotton when purchasing as this material is a poor insulator when wet. Base layer T-shirt.
More informationCold-Weather Camping
Cold-Weather Camping Cold-Weather Camping is COOL! and FUN! What is Cold-Weather Camping? BSA defines cold-weather camping as: Any camping that takes place when the high temperature of the day is 50 degrees
More informationBlue Ridge Expedition Packing List
Blue Ridge Expedition Packing List WELCOME to Green River Preserve Expeditions! We look forward to having you with us this summer in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. One of the most
More informationAdirondack Winter Adventure Clothing Layering Your Clothing
Layering Your Clothing Except from the MEC website (www.mec.ca) Page 1 of 6 If you re too cold, too hot, or too wet, it's hard to think happy thoughts, let alone enjoy what you are doing. Layering your
More informationCub Scout Yukon Adventure
Twin Rivers Council Fort Orange District Cub Scout Yukon Adventure Saturday, February 4, 2017 At Rotary Scout Reservation 279 Davitt Lake Road Averill Park, NY 12018 Time: 1:00-4:00 PM Cost: $6.00 (pre-registration
More informationHow to Choose a Camping Sleep System
How to Choose a Camping Sleep System The whole reason we go camping is to get away from the restraints of modernity, but just because you re leaving civilization behind doesn t mean you can t get a good
More informationA-CR-CCP-801/PF-001 CHAPTER 15 PO 190 PARTICIPATE IN A FIELD EXERCISE
CHAPTER 15 PO 190 PARTICIPATE IN A FIELD EXERCISE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS LEVEL ONE INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE SECTION 1 EO M190.01 PACK PERSONAL EQUIPMENT FOR A FIELD EXERCISE Total Time: 60 min INTRODUCTION
More informationExpeditions: Explorers Packing List The Grand Wild
Expeditions: Explorers Packing List The Grand Wild The proper gear is absolutely essential to a wilderness trip. Some basic items (boots, raingear, and a sleeping bag) should be selected carefully; especially
More informationWINTER CAMPING December 2007
WINTER CAMPING December 2007 Now that the summer is over, our camping will be done in colder wetter weather. Here are a few suggestions that may help our scouts be better prepared for the winter camping.
More informationTROOP 50 CAMPING TRIP GEAR LISTS
TROOP 50 CAMPING TRIP GEAR LISTS Packing for a camping trip can be an overwhelming task. Over packing for camp is a common error, especially for first-year campers. But you also have to make sure you pack
More informationGear List For Winter Day Hikes in the Adirondacks
Gear List For Winter Day Hikes in the Adirondacks Note: The items labeled required constitute the ADK s best assessment of the personal equipment necessary to reasonably minimize the risks of such a wilderness
More information2017 Backpacking Information for Scouts, Adults, and Parents
THIS IS A BACKPACKING TRIP IF YOU DON T PACK IT YOU WON T HAVE IT! ADULTS ARE TAKING JUST WHAT THEY NEED SO THEY WON T HAVE ITEMS YOU FORGET! PLAN AHEAD AND DON T CARRY MORE THAN YOU NEED. Logistics Water
More informationMountaineers Gear List: Winter Presidential Traverse
The following gear list for Backpacking is for the winter Presidential Traverse. Based on temperatures at night, Warmer than -10 degrees. You are the final decision maker and if there are items that should
More informationEVEREST TREKS. The Kit List
EVEREST TREKS The Kit List CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST This list is for guidance; it does not have to be followed to the letter. We appreciate that you may have your own gear preferences but we hope this
More informationCOMPULSORY EQUIPMENT LIST (2019)
COMPULSORY EQUIPMENT LIST (2019) Please ensure all your items are clearly named. The Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay Inc. and Willow Park accept no responsibility for any loss or damage that may occur while
More informationHands Number Item Description Price Estimate 1 Gloves or mittens 1 Outer Mitts or Gloves
Head 1 Warm hat Fleece or wool hat. $10 $30 1 Sun hat Wide-brim is best, baseball hat ok. $10 $20 2 Sunglasses w/keeper strap 100% UV protection. A keeper strap (such as croakies brand) is necessary to
More informationCanadian Rockies Hiking by Yamnuska.
Canadian Rockies Hiking by Yamnuska www.canadianrockieshiking.com Lighten your load and make backpacking more fun! It is possible to keep your personal gear in your pack to 15 pounds (6.8 kg). On top of
More information2018 Pioneer Trails KLONDOREE. BSA Camp Alexander - Lake George CO
FEBRUARY 9TH -11TH 2018 Pioneer Trails KLONDOREE BSA Camp Alexander - Lake George CO Events: Ice Climbing (Age 13+) ~~ Rappelling ~~ Sledding Shooting ~~ Ice Hockey ~~ Archery ~~ and more Registration
More informationSUGGESTED LIST OF THINGS TO BRING. 1. Sun hat: Reasonable brim to provide protection from UV to neck and face.
HIMALAYAN- 2016 SUGGESTED LIST OF THINGS TO BRING 1. Sun hat: Reasonable brim to provide protection from UV to neck and face. 2. Warm hat: Ideal are fleece hats with extra material to cover ears. 3. Thermal
More informationIllustrated Equipment List
Pisgah Mountain Trip Illustrated Equipment List Hiking Boots. Your boots are critical. Your feet will live in them for most of the week, and they must fit well and be broken in. They must have a sturdy
More informationDressing for Survival
Wilderness First Aid Dressing for Survival Genetic engineers may someday enable us to grow winter coats of fur. Until then we will need an artificial substitute clothing to survive in cold weather. Clothing,
More information4-3/4-50 A-CR-CCP-118/PH-001
CHAPTER 4: LESSON SPECIFICATIONS COURSE TITLE: GREEN STAR COURSE ENABLING OBJECTIVE AND TEACHING POINTS BUSHCRAFT: 403.01 5. TIME: One 30 minute period. CTS NUMBER: A-CR-CCP-116/PC-001 TRAINING DETAILS
More informationKINDERGARTEN COLORADO EXPEDITION STUDENT GEAR LIST
KINDERGARTEN COLORADO EXPEDITION - 2019 STUDENT GEAR LIST FOOD: for Thursday 2 separately packed snacks Healthy sack lunch and drink that is completely disposable, no glassware ** No ice packs or lunchboxes
More informationGlobal Himalayan Expedition 2019
Essential Details Trekking The Trek would be led by experienced local Ladakhi mountaineering guides. We will also have a certified Paramedic with us on the Expedition. The guides are good at communicating
More informationEquipment list for tent trips in winter
1 of 5 Equipment list for tent trips in winter The following list can be of help when you are planning a weeklong backcountry ski-trip with your Hilleberg tent. Naturally there are different gear and personal
More informationWharton Ventures Tall Ship Sailing Gear List
Wharton Ventures Tall Ship Sailing Gear List Waterproof foul weather gear, jacket Waterproof foul weather gear, pants Rain boots Shoes, non-skid/rubber soled Should be durable and have a hood. Does not
More informationPersonal Equipment Backpack external or internal (approx cu in.) See the note at end of document.
WINTER CAMPING PREPRATION GUIDE The purpose of this guideline is to help scouts get ready for winter or snow camping. Winter camping can be a safe and enjoyable experience if campers are properly equipped.
More informationChapter 9. The SAR Ready Pack and Personal Equipment
Chapter 9 The SAR Ready Pack and Personal Equipment Objectives (1 of 2) Describe the importance of having an adequate pack for SAR. List the general contents of a 24-hour ready pack. Describe the importance
More informationWhat is the purpose of Outdoor Clothing?
Equipment pg 12 What is the purpose of Outdoor Clothing? Keeping warm: you need to think about layering and the type of fabric. Keeping you dry. Protecting the skin from chaps, windburn and dry skin. Comfort:
More informationWinter Hiking Gear - What to Bring and Wear
Winter Hiking Gear - What to Bring and Wear These are just my thoughts and suggestions; it is not an all-encompassing checklist. My objective is simply to get everyone to think about this topic and to
More informationColorado Mountaineering
Colorado Mountaineering Veteran Adventures uses the W.I.S.E layering system. This stands for Wicking, Insulation, Shell, & Extra Layers. It is designed to keep you safe and comfortable in the outdoors.
More informationOKPIK MAINE ADVISOR S PACKET Pine Tree Council, Boy Scouts of America 146 Plains Road
OKPIK MAINE! ADVISOR S PACKET Pine Tree Council, Boy Scouts of America 146 Plains Road Raymond, ME 04071 www.pinetreebsa.org (Council) www.247scouting.com (Registration) 207-797-5252 OKPIK MAINE Greetings
More informationBig South Fork. Wicking Layer - Lower Body. Material Quantity Checklist
Big South Fork Veteran Adventures uses the W.I.S.E layering system. This stands for Wicking, Insulation, Shell, & Extra Layers. It is designed to keep you safe and comfortable in the outdoors. Yellow highlighted
More informationYMCA Camp Collins Teen XL (Extreme Leadership) Parent/Guardian Supplemental Information Packet
YMCA Camp Collins Teen XL (Extreme Leadership) Parent/Guardian Supplemental Information Packet Thank you for choosing YMCA Camp Collins! Our goal is to provide every teen with a fantastic camp experience.
More informationTroop Information. Winter Outings
Troop 199 2017 Information The Troop intends on being in the snow NCE this year on the weekend of February 11-12. There are a few Scouts and adults interested in Snow camping. The rest will be sleeping
More informationKEY FEATURES OF GELERT PRODUCTS
KEY FEATURES OF GELERT PRODUCTS Gelert use the following icons to help describe technical spec for their products, please check out the key below to find out what each icon means: Apparel / Clothing SPF
More informationTahosa 80th Year of Winter Games!
Tahosa 80th Year of Winter Games! TIMBERLINE DISTRICT February 23 February 25,2018 Camp Tahosa, Ward Colorado Planning Guide Updated 12/13/17 2018 TIMBERLINE KLONDIKE PLANNING PACKET Description TABLE
More informationWinter Outside Camping Equipment List (and Discussion)
Winter Outside Camping Equipment List (and Discussion) This list summarizes the recommended equipment needed by Arlington Scouts and Leaders for a typical Winter Campout in the mid-atlantic region, including
More informationCamp Augusta Wilderness-Backpacking Trip Preparation and Packing List Why is proper clothing and footwear so important?
Camp Augusta Wilderness-Backpacking Trip Preparation and Packing List 2018 Greetings Parents and Campers We are excited to have you join us this summer for an amazing Camp Augusta Wilderness Trip Here
More informationTRAINING MANUAL FOR MICHIGAN 4-H OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
TRAINING MANUAL FOR MICHIGAN 4-H OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CHALLENGE Section: WINTER CAMPING Michigan State University Extension 4-H Outdoor Adventure Challenge Training Manual Winter Camping 1 WINTER CAMPING
More informationKINDERGARTEN COLORADO EXPEDITION STUDENT GEAR LIST
KINDERGARTEN FOOD: for Thursday 2 separately packed snacks Healthy sack lunch and drink that is completely disposable, no glassware ** No ice packs or lunchboxes Sleeping bag Pillow 1 small stuffed animal
More informationCamp Augusta Wilderness-Backpacking Trip Preparation and Packing List Why is proper clothing and footwear so important?
Camp Augusta Wilderness-Backpacking Trip Preparation and Packing List 2017 Greetings Parents and Campers! We are excited to have you join us this summer for an amazing Camp Augusta Wilderness Trip! Here
More informationSKYDIVE REQUIRED CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST
SKYDIVE REQUIRED CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST Conditions in Antarctica change drastically throughout our season and vary depending on your location. At Union Glacier, the climate is very dry and generally
More informationW.O PACKING LIST FOR SEA KAYAKING
W.O. 207 - PACKING LIST FOR SEA KAYAKING Conditions vary out on Tomales Bay; it s best to be prepared for strong winds and cold wet conditions as well as hot sunny days. It is important to read the equipment
More informationChester County Council, BSA. High Adventure Committee. Gear Clinic. Philmont Parents & Participants. November 5, 2014
Chester County Council, BSA High Adventure Committee Gear Clinic Philmont Parents & Participants November 5, 2014 High Adventure Committee Chester County Council, BSA Equipment: The Big Four Hiking Boots
More informationRSU607 WARM RIDE PANTS
43 i n n e r i t e m RSU605 WARM RIDE ZIP SHIRT High loft thermal fabric construction. Stretch material for better movement. WOMEN'S size available. SIZE: MEN'S/M L XL XXL WOMEN'S/WM WL /NEON /GRAY /RED
More informationCOLONEL FOSTER, FULL TRAVERSE
Thank you for choosing Island Alpine Guides for your Colonel Foster Traverse. This package contains useful information to help you prepare for the trip, including a complete equipment list. We will be
More informationWHAT TO BRING to WILDERNESS ADVENTURE TREK
WHAT TO BRING to WILDERNESS ADVENTURE TREK Campers will be outside most of the time and should bring rugged clothes that can get dirty. Please label items with child's name. Items needed while in front-country
More informationPO Box Seattle WA
Adventure Associates www.adventureassociates.net PO Box 16304 Seattle WA 98116 206-932-8352 info@adventureassociates.net General Packing list Clothing and equipment Baggage Restrictions: Find out the number
More informationSagamore Council Winter Klondike Winter Klondike Leaders Guide
Sagamore Council Winter Klondike 2018 Winter Klondike Leaders Guide 1 The 2018 Sagamore Council Winter Klondike will be held at Franklin L. Cary Camp 6286 IN-26, Lafayette, IN 47905 Webelos are invited
More informationTRUSTED NAME IN PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
TRUSTED NAME IN PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT WINTER TRAFFIC PARKA C238XX Orange C2382XX Lime Green 4 contrasting colour tape with 2 reflective silver tape on the front, back, and arms provide increased
More informationFRONTIER CHALLENGE Pre-Visit Activity Winter Wear
FRONTIER CHALLENGE Thank you for booking a Frontier Challenge program at FortWhyte Alive. This hands-on, fastpaced program allows students to build outdoor skills while learning about the settlement of
More information5 WAYS TO... Y our body loses heat in 5 ways, so protection must address. these 5.
5 WAYS TO... Y our body loses heat in 5 ways, so protection must address these 5. Radiation: heat loss from exposed skin. Heat radiates out as the capillaries bring warm blood to the surface of the skin.
More information2015 OYPRA Outdoor Programs. Clothing & Equipment Information
2015 OYPRA Outdoor Programs Clothing & Equipment Information Please read all documents relating to Clothing and Equipment carefully. It is vitally important, both from a SAFETY point of view and YOUR ENJOYMENT
More informationGear List & Footwear. 7-day Sea Kayaking
About this List Wilderness travel means you must carry much less than you do in the regular world. Most experienced wilderness travelers will tell you that they bring about the same amount of gear on a
More informationTHE CHALLENGE OF WINTER CAMPING
THE CHALLENGE OF WINTER CAMPING DELIVERING WILDERNESS ADVENTURE OKPIK PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK OKPIK The word OKPIK (ook -pic), which means Snowy Owl in the Inuit language, has identified the Winter Camping
More informationIt is important that each student has a suitable mountain bike in working condition with treaded tires for gravel/dirt paths.
Dear Riverstone Grade 7 Parents, During the Grade 7 fall outdoor education trip, students will have a memorable experience of riding a bike along the Weiser River Trail. The Weiser River Trail is an old
More informationCold Impacts & Preparedness
Cold Impacts & Preparedness Potential Impacts Safety Tips Frozen pipes could become a significant problem. Dead car batteries could strand people. Any power outages that occur (weather related or not)
More informationWinter Camping And Backpacking
Winter Camping And Backpacking Cold Weather Dangers Hypothermia - is a condition in which core temperature drops below the required temperature for normal metabolism and body functions which is defined
More informationWVU Outdoor Recreation Center Spring Break: Pisgah 2018
WVU Outdoor Recreation Center Spring Break: Pisgah 2018 Come visit the Grand Canyon of the east! Get ready to explore the wild rocky balds of Western North Carolina. We will take 5 days to teach off-trail
More informationGear List. Snowshoeing Day Tours and Overnight Trips
Snowshoeing Day Tours and Overnight Trips These are our recommendations for equipment on snowshoeing trips. You might have other equipment or clothes that are equally suitable but if you re not sure about
More informationSnowmobile Safety Tips
Snowmobile Safety Tips The winter weather is bringing out snowmobilers, and safety officials are urging them to be careful. More than 200,000 registered snowmobiles hit Wisconsin s 25,000 miles of groomed
More informationCamp Augusta Wilderness-Horse Pack Trip Preparation and Packing List Why is proper clothing so important?
Camp Augusta Wilderness-Horse Pack Trip Preparation and Packing List 2019 Greetings Parents and Campers! We are excited to have you join us this summer for an amazing Camp Augusta Wilderness Trip! Here
More informationThe Following Topic's will give you a little insite on what is needed and required for Your Winter Time Adventures
Winter Time CampingOCF Winter Time Camping Exploring the wilderness in winter is a wonderful experience. You are far from the crowds, in a hushed tranquil world of white. Whether gliding through a glade
More informationREQUIRED CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST
REQUIRED CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST Conditions in Antarctica change drastically throughout our season and vary depending on your location. At Union Glacier, the climate is very dry and generally sunny
More informationOUTDOOR ADVENTURE SKILLS
1 Competencies 1.1 I have built something out of snow. 1.2 I have prepared a good snack for a winter outing. 1.3 I always carry a water bottle when going on a winter outing. 1.4 I can keep my water bottle
More information12. CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
12. CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT A) Useful details to know Children must bring their own pillow, blanket or comforter and 2 sheet sets and pillow cases. Musical instruments are welcome and encouraged. If needed,
More informationREQUIRED CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST
REQUIRED CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST Conditions in Antarctica change drastically throughout our season and vary depending on your location. At Union Glacier, the climate is very dry and generally sunny
More informationWHAT TO BRING to TEEN HIGH ADVENTURE
WHAT TO BRING to TEEN HIGH ADVENTURE Campers will be outside most of the time and should bring rugged clothes that can get dirty. Please label items with child's name. Items needed while on Tremont campus
More informationAppendix 1. Clothing and equipment lists
The style or brand of many items is personal preference. For most people, weight should be kept to a minimum. Spare clothing should be carried in separate plastic bags inside the pack. Leaders should consider
More informationMaine Medical Center-Tufts Wilderness Medicine Elective 2016
MMC Individual Equipment List Significant equipment and gear are needed for the elective to stay warm, dry and safe. As you will learn during the WME, in order to take good care of our patients and our
More informationJanuary 22-23, Check in will be from 4pm to 9pm on Friday January 22. Please check in before setting up camp.
January 22-23, 2016 Welcome to the 2016 Klondike Derby Go for the Gold. The following pages will provide the necessary information to have a fun and successful event for your unit. Should you have any
More informationIntroduction to Backpacking Troop 355
Introduction to Backpacking Troop 355 Lots of Opportunities to Backpack First - October 25-26 Henninger Flats 728-S-02 Philmont 2014 First, You Need a Backpack Internal External Compression straps Tie
More information2014 Ohwahnasee Winter Freezeree
2014 Ohwahnasee Winter Freezeree Ohwahnasee District Mid America Council, B.S.A. January 17th - 19th Swan Lake State Park Carroll Iowa Important Information Camporee Organizers Chris Hemmingsen (712) 563-4519
More informationColorado Rocky Mountain Expedition
Colorado Rocky Mountain Expedition PACKING FOR YOUR TRIP Label the following items with your name, address and phone number. Bring only what you need and pack everything in your backpack or daypack. Participants
More informationSOUTH POLE SKI LAST DEGREE - EQUIPMENT LIST
SKIING/GLACIER TRAVEL 30-40L backpack or sled harness Used for sled hauling, built in sit harness. Icetrek Atlas Polar boots Flexible sole, removable inner Baffin Endurance. Sunglasses Good quality, wrap
More informationCAMPING TRIP PACKING LISTS
CAMPING TRIP PACKING LISTS Packing for a camping trip can be an overwhelming task. Overpacking for camp is a common error, especially for first-year campers. But you also have to make sure you pack everything
More informationCamp Gear List St Philips Christian College Yr.9 Outdoor Education Program March 2017
Camp Gear List St Philips Christian College Yr.9 Outdoor Education Program 14 17 March 2017 Please note that one of the purposes of the camp is to allow students to learn about themselves by testing them
More informationSagmore Council Winter Klondike 2017
Sagmore Council Winter Klondike 2017 Leader s Guide Camp Buffalo January 20-22, 2017 KLONDIKE INFO 2017 FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY 6:30-9:00 PM CHECK IN AT TRADING POST 9:15 LEADER/SPL MEETING 9:30 CRACKER
More informationCLOTHING LAYER SYSTEM:
NORFIN Summer 27 CLOTHING NORFIN is a brand offering clothing and footwear, giving guarantee of comfort and modern look. Through the years NORFIN has accumulated experience, especially in production of
More informationEaster Camp Kit List `
Easter Camp 2011 - Kit List ` All kit listed below WILL be required at camp. Ensure you talk to your staff for any kit you require in plently of time before camp. Packing All kit MUST be packed in ONE
More informationMOUNTAIN SKILLS FLY-IN
Thank you for choosing Island Alpine Guides for your mountain skills training. The following information is intended to help you prepare for your course. We hope it answers most of your questions, though
More informationLeadership Matters. Packing List, Scholarship Inclusions and Deer Hill Outfitting Store Price Sheet
Leadership Matters Packing List, Scholarship Inclusions and Deer Hill Outfitting Store Price Sheet deerhillexpeditions.com 970.533.7492 info@deerhillexpeditions.com Leadership Matters - 208 Packing List
More informationCELESTA SLEEP TRUE TO FORM SPOON SHAPE BACKPACKING BAG 35 F 2 C. regular long. Adjustable Contoured Hood Pillow Pocket. Zippered Watch Pocket
SLEEP TRUE TO FORM Spoon shape is wider at the knees and elbows for side sleeping. Women s specific design has increased insulation to enhance warmth. Stratofiber synthetic insulation offers the best blend
More informationSouthwest Adventure Tours
Trip Information Southwest Adventure Tours Grand Teton & Yellowstone Grand Teton & Yellowstone Explorer We are so excited for you to travel with us on our Grand Teton & Yellowstone tour! In these pages,
More informationAugerpoint Traverse - Pre Trip Information Package
Thank you for choosing us as your guides for your trip on the Augerpoint Traverse. The following information is intended to help you prepare for your trip. We hope that it answers most of your questions.
More informationPacking List and Trip Information for Itasca State Park Camp & Canoe Adventure Open World Learning (8 th Grade) - September 29 October 2, 2015
Packing List and Trip Information for Itasca State Park Camp & Canoe Adventure Open World Learning (8 th Grade) - September 29 October 2, 2015 This packing list is meant to help you decide what to bring
More informationSnow Shelters. Shelters. Types of Shelters. Cabins. Tents
Snow Shelters Snow Shelters Shelters Shelters are an important consideration in planning for any type of cold weather outings. Your first winter campout should be in a cabin or other fixed shelter. The
More informationSouthwest Adventure Tours
Trip Information Southwest Adventure Tours Mighty 5 Mighty 5 We are so excited for you to travel with us on our Mighty 5 tour! In these pages, you will find lots of helpful information for your upcoming
More informationCamp Leadership Experience
Camp Leadership Experience The Camp Leadership Experience offers you the opportunity to take three other guides to camp. Before planning your Camp Experience, you must have completed the Camp Skills unit
More information