Enjoy Winter Camping
December 26th, 2008 Posted in Outdoors
Camping has become immensely popular in recent times but most campers limit themselves to the summer months. With the right camping equipment and outdoor clothing camping can be enjoyed at any time of year.
There are numerous benefits to be enjoyed when camping outside the peak summer months. There are no summer crowds to contend with and campsites are empty, the winter countryside presents some beautiful scenery and you’ll not have to contend with annoying insects.
It really is all about being prepared. The sometimes freezing winter weather can be the most challenging aspect of camping out at this time of year. Temperatures that fall below freezing at night are enough to put all but the hardiest off sleeping in a sleeping bag. But with a good quality, warm sleeping bag and the right thermal insulation you’ll not have any problems.
I am, of course, talking about ‘real’ camping, using a tent. The other option is to use a camper-van or motor-home. These allow you to bring along a whole host of home comforts including heating.
But for a ‘real’ winter camping experience I recommend using a tent, a camping bed or airbed to insulate you from the cold hard ground, a really good sleeping bag and some top quality thermal underwear. Make sure that you have some good quality outdoor clothing that is waterproof, windproof, lightweight but ventilated along with gloves, boots and a hat and you will remain warm and dry whatever the winter weather brings.
Camping in the summer months is great fun but nothing like the challenge and thrill of sub-zero winter camping. Warming yourself by a blazing camp fire is much more appreciated when there is frost on the ground and the chance of snow and walks in the countryside on crisp, clear winter days can be immensely uplifting.
So, if you’re up for a little adventure, or perhaps you are looking for something to do with your children during the Christmas holidays, why not spend a night or two in a tent and enjoy the challenge and fun of winter camping.