The Wonderful World ofWinter Camping

Presented By:Mark Bishop, Tom Wilkinson

& Mike MerrillBlue Ash, Ohio - Troop

Welcome to the 2006 University of Scouting

What We’ll Cover…

• Winter Camping defined• Remember, it’s Cold you

nutcase!• First, Keeping You Warm &

Drya) The Old vs. The Newb) The Basics of Dressing for

Cold Weather

• Keeping Warm by staying COLD• Layering

a) Proper Clothing Choicesb) Clothing Techniquesc) Examples of Clothing

Managementd) Clothing Materials

• Keeping You Warm at Nighta) Equipment & Techniquesb) Proper Tents

• Sleeping Bagsa) Constructionb) Typesc) Materialsd) Care & Storagee) Do’s & Don’ts

• Tentsa) 2,3 & 4 Season Designsb) Tips

IMPORTANT!

• Consider Winter Camping HIGH ADVENTUREa) It requires specialized preparationb) You assume added risk.

• High Adventure activities require properly trained adults.

a) Your unit should make sure at least 2 adults have proper instruction in Winter Camping.

b) Set up Winter Camping classes for boys.c) Schedule pack shakedown sessions before first

winter campout.d) Communicate equipment needs and instructions with

parents especially new Scouts as they join.

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C.O.L.D.• C.O.L.D.

Stay CLEANAvoid OVERHEATINGMaintain LOOSE LAYERSStay DRY

LAYERINGCLOTHING

LAYER ONE

• The Old Wayx Cotton Underwearx Wool Liner Socks

• The New WayPolyester/Polyproplene Underwear

Polypropylene Liner Socks

Smartwool Socks

• The Old Wayx Heavy Flannel Shirtx Cotton/Polyester Turtleneckx Wool Pantsx Heavy Wool Socks

• The New WayPoly underlayer (Undergear™ type.)

Synthetic Fleece ShirtFleece Jacket/VestHigh Bib Pants/SuspendersWool Blend/Smart Wool Socks

LAYER TWO

LAYER THREE

• The Old Wayx Wool/Sheepskin Capx Wool Glovesx Wool Jacket & Pants

• The New Way Polypropylene Head Gaiter Synthetic/wool knit hat Gore Tex™ Mitts/Poly Liners Waterproof/Breathable Parka Bib Pants/Waterproof layer

Proper Clothing Choices

• Socks & Boots• Mittens & Gloves• Headgear• Torso Protection• Legs• Overcoat• Sleepwear• NEVER USE FABRIC SOFTENER!

Clothing & Heat Management

• Examples of proper CM• Materials• Keeping Warm at Night

Sleeping Bags• Parts and Construction

– Hood– Draft Collar– Foot Box– Zippers, Flaps & Stitching– Pockets– Warranty

Sleeping Bags

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• Types of Sleeping Bags– Rectangular

•Most Common Type•Usually in the 40°+ Temp. Range•Inexpensive $25-$75•No internal baffles

Sleeping Bags

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• Types of Sleeping Bags– Mummy Bag

•Winter Camping Style– Internal Baffles– Snug fit– Hood/Drawstring

•Usually in the 40°- Temp. Range– Typ. 10°,0°, -10°,-25° etc.

•$40-$300

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• Types of Sleeping Bags– Hybrid

•Combines Features of Both

•Overbag/Bivy Sack– Waterproof or summer use

•Fleece Liner Bag– Adds Comfort & 10° to Bag Rating– Zippered, Pinned or Blanket

Sleeping Bags

Additional Comfort…a) 40° Bag + Fleece Liner Bag = 30°

Ratingb) -10° Bag + Fleece Liner Bag = -20°

Ratingc) -10° Bag + 40° Bag = Warm & Cozyd) Use a Ground Pade) Avoid Air Mattresses in Winter

Remember, comfort is subjective.Stay Warm & Dry!

Sleeping Bags

Tents2,3 & 4 Season

Huh!

2 Season…a) Ventingb) Rain Fly

Tents - 2 Season

3 Season…a) Ventingb) Rain Flyc) Vestibule

Tents - 3 Season

4 Season…a) Ventingb) Rain Flyc) Vestibule

Tents - 4 Season

Resource Links:

• http://www.therainshield.com– Fabrics (Polartec Fleece, etc.), Buckles, etc.

• http://www7.mailordercentral.com/longlifefood/AboutUs.asp– Long Life Food Depot (Fmrly Resourceful Foods Co.) MREs ($3ea)

• http://www.rei.com– Camping/hiking Gear-Great Deals if you know what you’re buying

• http://www.scoutstuff.org– Camping/hiking Gear Official Scout Site

• http://www.coleman.com– Camping/hiking Gear-Special Non-Profit Section

• http://www.cabelas.com– Camping/hiking Gear-Great Deals if you know what you’re buying

• http://www.smartwool.com– SmartWool Socks and under clothing

The Wonderful World ofWinter Camping

Presented By:Tom Wilkinson, Mark Bishop

& Mike MerrillBlue Ash, Ohio - Troop

Thank you for attending the

2006 University of Scouting!

An electronic copy of this presentation as well as a copy of the handout is available from Troop 299. Contact Mark Bishop at mark15@fuse.net