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A lot of the tips or ideas I want to share should be followed or at least prepared for even in warm weather if you are planning to camp away from an established campground or near the trail head. You can never really predict when severe inclement weather may overtake you when you are 10 miles out in the backcountry. I have personally been in the high Sierras in the summer months and had a winter storm complete with the snow and ice over take us. Had we not been prepared it would have been a very dangerous undertaking and quite unpleasant to say the least.

Some basic rules for anytime:

Always make certain that someone not with you knows exactly where you will be.

Always check in with the ranger station and let them know where you plan on hiking, when you will start and time expected out.

Never go out alone.

Always have extra dry clothing and possibly snow equipment depending on the elevation you plan on hiking.

And be prepared for the unexpected! You and your hiking companion may be the only folks you can count on for some time.

Camping can be enjoyable even in cold weather if you are prepared. Dress in layers and keep dry. By dressing in layers you can add or subtract clothing easily to fit the temperature to stay dry and warm. Do your best to avoid sweating and rotate your layers on and off to get wet clothing off and dry clothing on. Don't feel bashful when hiking to hang wet clothing over your pack. Even in cold weather you will find your clothes will dry off this way with the sun hitting them as you hike.

Just because its cold don't forget to hydrate and eat, and remember most of your heat loss is going to be through your top and extremities. Your head, hands and feet. Keep a hat on, gloves on and off course your shoes (ha). And keep these areas especially dry! One trick to try is when getting into your sleeping bag at night put tomorrows dry extra clothing, hat, socks, gloves, etc. into the bottom of your sleeping bag. They will help keep your feet warm at night and they will be warm when put on in the morning. Don't forget to keep your neck warm with a scarf.

I did a lot of sleeping under the stars in the summer months in the Sierras but you will find a properly sized tent will give you protection from the cold and wind. Most times it will add an additional 10 degrees colder to your sleeping bag temperature range. In other words, if your sleeping bag is designed for +20 degrees and is comfortable to you at this temperature a proper tent can allow you to be comfortable down to +10. When I was young we just slept closer to a built up fire only to catch the bottom of my sleeping bag on fire once. I repeat, that happened once. I guess everyone can learn from mistakes, even me. And one last tip for now is to vent the top of your tent to keep the condensation from freezing on the tent's ceiling.

I did a lot of sleeping under the stars in the summer months in the Sierras but you will find a properly sized tent will give you protection from the cold and wind. Most times it will add an additional 10 degrees colder to your sleeping bag temperature range. In other words, if your sleeping bag is designed for +20 degrees and is comfortable to you at this temperature a proper tent can allow you to be comfortable down to +10. When I was young we just slept closer to a built up fire only to catch the bottom of my sleeping bag on fire once. I repeat, that happened once. I guess everyone can learn from mistakes, even me. And one last tip for now is to vent the top of your tent to keep the condensation from freezing on the tent's ceiling.

Keen on holidaying in Karakoram and the mighty Himalayas or other such snow-bound areas? Then you need the basic multi-layered clothing and camping kit to keep the chill at bay! This includes packing smart bedding and a sturdy cold weather camping tent of which the new-age, easy to assemble all-season Expedition tents are! It's your choice whether you buy or rent out a light, modern cold weather camping tent that comes in many durable fabric choices, space afforded, tent-poles in compact storage sizes and also afford better ventilation.

Want to Know about Seasonal Tent Ratings? Here's the lowdown!

The best kind of cold weather hiking tent you can take along to the extreme weather conditions like described above, is the kind that comes with a Four Season rating; this variety provides superior protection against all types of high country weather conditions as compared to the shield provided by the Three Season and Summer tents.

The cold weather hiking tent is made of stronger material and tent-poles so is more effective in demanding weather situations of high country; those that are all-season campers will definitely enjoy the flexible variety of the Three season tent that allows one to remove or un-zip panels, though less hardy as compared to the Four season variety.

The Four season variety is durable, sturdy and long-lasting besides being the right type for the extreme climatic conditions and come with extra poles, stronger fabrics, shorter profiles, storm-flaps and secured loops for guy lines and pegs. Thus, the 4-season camping tents made exclusively for the expedition-trekker kind are ideal for facing inclement weather conditions!

Kinds of Tents

The best cold weather camping tent is rounded, has a double wall protective shield of material that faces the wind and shrugs off the snow while also acting as a suitable lining support.

Some are shaped like domes, others give a tunnel-look but both kinds of tents are suitable for camping during summer, spring and autumn as they are spacious, even though wind-resistance is low in extreme climate. The common free standing variety has a square base with a dual pole dome, modified into the triple pole dome with a hexagon-base for better ground-grip.

The first choice of extreme climate trekkers is the Geodesic tent (3 or more tent poles crossed-over) or the dome-tunnel combi-style. The cold weather camping tent featuring a tub floor and opposite doors, multiple vestibules (for easy movement) and gear lofts besides separate kitchen area is by far the best kind of tent for those heading for high altitude high jinks!

Camping out at high altitudes is a great experience if adequate precautions and advance preparations are taken into consideration: smart campers should buy appropriate winter camping gear and accessories, besides the cold weather camping tent and insulated clothes that prevent sweat from forming on the skin but protect against blizzards and hurricane-like conditions.

Warmth - A couple of tricks I use are to build a fire at night so everyone can sit around, chat and get toasty before going to bed. But, also while the fire is burning, put a pot of water on the fire, bring it not quite to a boil, pour it into a canteen or heavy-duty water bottle and take it to bed with you to warm the sleeping bag! Additionally, it's always good to have some hot beverage - cocoa or tea prior to bed to put something warm in your body. But, you better rid yourself of the fluids before you go to bed. Nothing is worse than waking up in the middle of a cold night to the "call of nature."

Camping in cold weather is not for those who are afraid of the cold! It can also be challenging but with the proper sleeping gear and clothing, camping in cold weather can be a fun experience.

Pack the Correct Clothing

Clothing is particularly important when camping in cold weather - without the proper clothing the camping experience can be extremely poor or even life-threatening.

The most essential items of clothing to pack before going to your campsite includes long underwear that is also thermal, thermal or wool socks, ski jackets, warm coats, insulated gloves, wool hats, thick turtleneck sweaters and sweat pants. Jeans are not recommended.

Layering is also a good idea when camping in cold weather, so plenty of extra clothing should be brought along such as long and short sleeved shirts, fleece jackets, long pants, wool scarves and extra socks. Clothing should not be too tight when layering because loose fitting clothing will trap warm air and keep the body warmer.

It is important to make sure that all clothing worn is dry - wet or damp clothing should never be worn when camping in cold weather.

Shoes and Boots

All shoes that are worn should be insulated and waterproof and it is a good idea to avoid wearing tennis shoes or trainers because they will not provide much protection from the elements.

Hiking boots, or rubber boots worn over shoes are a good option. Trousers should always be tucked down inside the boots and for extra protection duct tape can be taped around the trousers and the top of boots to keep out the cold and snow.

A good tip to remember is if there is snow at the campsite, then before entering the tent, shoes and boots should be swept clean of all snow to keep the tent dry.

Type of Tent and Bedding to Use

The best type of tent to use at campsites in the winter is one that is designed for all weather and that can be used in all seasons. In addition the tent should be waterproof. The inside of the tent should be kept warm with warmers.

When camping in cold weather at campsites bedding is important. If sleeping on the ground there should be at least two layers between the sleeping bag and the ground and an insulated padding should be used underneath the sleeping bag. To provide more warmth the sleeping bag should be fleeced-lined and a wool blanket can be used inside the sleeping bag.

It is also important to keep the head warm when camping in the cold, so a hat should be worn when sleeping. Also wool socks and thermal underwear should be worn when going to bed.

Keen on holidaying in Karakoram and the mighty Himalayas or other such snow-bound areas? Then you need the basic multi-layered clothing and camping kit to keep the chill at bay! This includes packing smart bedding and a sturdy cold weather camping tent of which the new-age, easy to assemble all-season Expedition tents are! It's your choice whether you buy or rent out a light, modern cold weather camping tent that comes in many durable fabric choices, space afforded, tent-poles in compact storage sizes and also afford better ventilation.

Want to Know about Seasonal Tent Ratings? Here's the lowdown!

The best kind of cold weather hiking tent you can take along to the extreme weather conditions like described above, is the kind that comes with a Four Season rating; this variety provides superior protection against all types of high country weather conditions as compared to the shield provided by the Three Season and Summer tents.

The cold weather hiking tent is made of stronger material and tent-poles so is more effective in demanding weather situations of high country; those that are all-season campers will definitely enjoy the flexible variety of the Three season tent that allows one to remove or un-zip panels, though less hardy as compared to the Four season variety.

The Four season variety is durable, sturdy and long-lasting besides being the right type for the extreme climatic conditions and come with extra poles, stronger fabrics, shorter profiles, storm-flaps and secured loops for guy lines and pegs. Thus, the 4-season camping tents made exclusively for the expedition-trekker kind are ideal for facing inclement weather conditions!

Kinds of Tents

The best cold weather camping tent is rounded, has a double wall protective shield of material that faces the wind and shrugs off the snow while also acting as a suitable lining support.

Some are shaped like domes, others give a tunnel-look but both kinds of tents are suitable for camping during summer, spring and autumn as they are spacious, even though wind-resistance is low in extreme climate. The common free standing variety has a square base with a dual pole dome, modified into the triple pole dome with a hexagon-base for better ground-grip.

The first choice of extreme climate trekkers is the Geodesic tent (3 or more tent poles crossed-over) or the dome-tunnel combi-style. The cold weather camping tent featuring a tub floor and opposite doors, multiple vestibules (for easy movement) and gear lofts besides separate kitchen area is by far the best kind of tent for those heading for high altitude high jinks!

Camping out at high altitudes is a great experience if adequate precautions and advance preparations are taken into consideration: smart campers should buy appropriate winter camping gear and accessories, besides the cold weather camping tent and insulated clothes that prevent sweat from forming on the skin but protect against blizzards and hurricane-like conditions.

The best kind of cold weather hiking tent you can take along to the extreme weather conditions like described above, is the kind that comes with a Four Season rating; this variety provides superior protection against all types of high country weather conditions as compared to the shield provided by the Three Season and Summer tents.

A lot of the tips or ideas I want to share should be followed or at least prepared for even in warm weather if you are planning to camp away from an established campground or near the trail head. You can never really predict when severe inclement weather may overtake you when you are 10 miles out in the backcountry. I have personally been in the high Sierras in the summer months and had a winter storm complete with the snow and ice over take us. Had we not been prepared it would have been a very dangerous undertaking and quite unpleasant to say the least.

Some basic rules for anytime:

Always make certain that someone not with you knows exactly where you will be.

Always check in with the ranger station and let them know where you plan on hiking, when you will start and time expected out.

Never go out alone.

Always have extra dry clothing and possibly snow equipment depending on the elevation you plan on hiking.

And be prepared for the unexpected! You and your hiking companion may be the only folks you can count on for some time.

Camping can be enjoyable even in cold weather if you are prepared. Dress in layers and keep dry. By dressing in layers you can add or subtract clothing easily to fit the temperature to stay dry and warm. Do your best to avoid sweating and rotate your layers on and off to get wet clothing off and dry clothing on. Don't feel bashful when hiking to hang wet clothing over your pack. Even in cold weather you will find your clothes will dry off this way with the sun hitting them as you hike.

Just because its cold don't forget to hydrate and eat, and remember most of your heat loss is going to be through your top and extremities. Your head, hands and feet. Keep a hat on, gloves on and off course your shoes (ha). And keep these areas especially dry! One trick to try is when getting into your sleeping bag at night put tomorrows dry extra clothing, hat, socks, gloves, etc. into the bottom of your sleeping bag. They will help keep your feet warm at night and they will be warm when put on in the morning. Don't forget to keep your neck warm with a scarf.

I did a lot of sleeping under the stars in the summer months in the Sierras but you will find a properly sized tent will give you protection from the cold and wind. Most times it will add an additional 10 degrees colder to your sleeping bag temperature range. In other words, if your sleeping bag is designed for +20 degrees and is comfortable to you at this temperature a proper tent can allow you to be comfortable down to +10. When I was young we just slept closer to a built up fire only to catch the bottom of my sleeping bag on fire once. I repeat, that happened once. I guess everyone can learn from mistakes, even me. And one last tip for now is to vent the top of your tent to keep the condensation from freezing on the tent's ceiling.

The Four season variety is durable, sturdy and long-lasting besides being the right type for the extreme climatic conditions and come with extra poles, stronger fabrics, shorter profiles, storm-flaps and secured loops for guy lines and pegs. Thus, the 4-season camping tents made exclusively for the expedition-trekker kind are ideal for facing inclement weather conditions!

Camping in cold weather is not for those who are afraid of the cold! It can also be challenging but with the proper sleeping gear and clothing, camping in cold weather can be a fun experience.

Pack the Correct Clothing

Clothing is particularly important when camping in cold weather - without the proper clothing the camping experience can be extremely poor or even life-threatening.

The most essential items of clothing to pack before going to your campsite includes long underwear that is also thermal, thermal or wool socks, ski jackets, warm coats, insulated gloves, wool hats, thick turtleneck sweaters and sweat pants. Jeans are not recommended.

Layering is also a good idea when camping in cold weather, so plenty of extra clothing should be brought along such as long and short sleeved shirts, fleece jackets, long pants, wool scarves and extra socks. Clothing should not be too tight when layering because loose fitting clothing will trap warm air and keep the body warmer.

It is important to make sure that all clothing worn is dry - wet or damp clothing should never be worn when camping in cold weather.

Shoes and Boots

All shoes that are worn should be insulated and waterproof and it is a good idea to avoid wearing tennis shoes or trainers because they will not provide much protection from the elements.

Hiking boots, or rubber boots worn over shoes are a good option. Trousers should always be tucked down inside the boots and for extra protection duct tape can be taped around the trousers and the top of boots to keep out the cold and snow.

A good tip to remember is if there is snow at the campsite, then before entering the tent, shoes and boots should be swept clean of all snow to keep the tent dry.

Type of Tent and Bedding to Use

The best type of tent to use at campsites in the winter is one that is designed for all weather and that can be used in all seasons. In addition the tent should be waterproof. The inside of the tent should be kept warm with warmers.

When camping in cold weather at campsites bedding is important. If sleeping on the ground there should be at least two layers between the sleeping bag and the ground and an insulated padding should be used underneath the sleeping bag. To provide more warmth the sleeping bag should be fleeced-lined and a wool blanket can be used inside the sleeping bag.

It is also important to keep the head warm when camping in the cold, so a hat should be worn when sleeping. Also wool socks and thermal underwear should be worn when going to bed.