What are the key points of outdoor camping in winter

Although the weather is cold in winter, many people still go outdoors to exercise. Some people even choose to go camping outdoors. Of course, in order to protect our bodies from getting cold or injured, we need to understand the key points of outdoor camping in winter. So what are the key points of outdoor camping in winter? The following editor summarizes the relevant knowledge and hopes it will be helpful to everyone.

Outdoor activities are slow in the winter because with snow underfoot and a pack on your back, it takes longer than usual to reach your destination. Setting up a campsite takes more time than in other seasons because you have to compact the snow to set up camp and dig out a place to cook. Because I was wearing three layers of gloves, the stove and gas tank were frozen cold, making fire and cooking much more difficult than usual. It is very necessary to master the complete strategy for winter outdoor camping.

1. Storage temperature

The biggest danger outdoors in winter is the low temperatures during hiking and camping. You must keep warm to prevent frostbite and hypothermia.

Winter outdoor camping guide

Once you stop moving, your body stops producing heat, and a precursor to hypothermia is the inability to perform key mechanical movements, such as opening a backpack, tearing open a snack package, or even striking a match. Victims of hypothermia are often unaware that they are in danger and sometimes just want to lie down and sleep. And once they fall asleep, they will never get up again.

① If you feel cold when you wake up in the morning or before going to bed at night, you can do some exercises in your sleeping bag (sit-ups, squeeze your buttocks, massage your hands and legs, etc.) and drink some hot drinks. This helps maintain body temperature.

②Always keep a set of dry clothes and a pair of socks as spares. After a long day of walking, dry clothes are a lifesaver.

③Wear a hat and gloves. Most of the body heat is dissipated through the head. It is very important to keep the fingers warm and flexible. Do not wear socks. The toes need to be kept warm by movement. Because if the blood circulation in your feet is poor, they will become cold no matter how many socks you wear. Tying your shoelaces too tightly can also affect blood circulation.

④ Wear several layers of artificial fur or pure wool fabrics. Pure cotton fabrics are deadly, and if you are wearing cotton clothing and start to feel cold, it is best to take it off and change into a non-cotton underwear or jacket. Because once cotton fabrics get wet, they lose their thermal insulation properties and are difficult to dry.

⑤ A down sleeping bag is the best choice. A thick cotton sleeping bag plus a fleece sleeping bag can also be used as a substitute. The amount of down is determined according to personal physical fitness, but it must be moisture-proof. Once it gets wet, it is difficult to dry.

2. Water intake and use

In the summer, if the water source is reliable, you can directly boil the water for drinking in the wild. However, in winter, the ground is frozen and the calories needed for camping are nearly twice as much as usual (maintaining body temperature during sleep alone consumes more calories than usual). Many times we need to melt snow or ice to get water, and drink boiled water to replenish calories.

① Snowmelt

There should be a little water at the bottom of the pot before melting the snow, otherwise the snow will have a burnt smell. If there are a few hours of sunny weather, you can put the snow into a black garbage bag, tie the bag, and place it in the sun to wait for the snow to melt. Snow melted in this way is best used for cooking food. If you drink it directly, it will have a faint plastic smell.

②Icing

Put drinking water in your sleeping bag before going to bed, so you won’t have to worry about holding an icy water bottle when you wake up thirsty the next morning. An insulation cover can be used to prevent the water in the kettle from freezing.

② Kettle

Wide-mouthed kettles are more practical in winter than narrow-mouthed kettles because it is easier to get water from frozen springs. Easier to operate while wearing gloves. You can also use a spoon to add snow to the kettle.

That’s all for today’s introduction to the key points of outdoor camping in winter. In addition to the above, we must also recognize the emergency measures of this sport. Only by doing the above can we be said to have truly protected everyone's lives and safety. Finally, I hope that those who camp outdoors in winter can have a good time!