Life Outdoors Magazine (Jan/Feb 2020)

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Winter
Camping
Tips
Camping in the winter may take
more preparation than the
average summer trip, but it’s
not impossible by any means.
Whether you’re camping
in a Cabin, Camper, RV,
or tent, here are a few
important tips to
help make your
winter weather
camping trip run
as smooth as
hot chocolate!
CHECK THE WEATHER FOR YOUR TRIP
& CHOSEN LOCATION
We all know the weather can change quickly and it varies by
area. Check the weather of your chosen camping destination for
the dates you plan to camp.
PACK THE PROPER GEAR & PACK EXTRA!
Make sure to pack plenty of warm clothing layers, socks, gloves,
toboggans, light & heavy jackets, warm insulated boots/shoes,
and a lot of blankets. Packing extra gear is always smart to
keep you warm and dry in the elements throughout your trip.
If sleeping in a tent, make sure your tent is a 4-season tent and
that your sleeping bag is rated for at least 10° below your lowest
forecast temperature. Placing an insulated, closed-cell sleeping
pad under your bag can help increase your bag’s insulation.
BRING ON THE HEAT
Bring plenty of firewood & fire starter! While foraging for
firewood can be a fun, natural, adventurous activity, keep
in mind that you need to be prepared in case the wood you
find is unable to be used. Wood in the wild could be wet or
challenging to find enough to keep a hot fire going. Also, it’s
best to leave large pieces of fallen wood in its natural habitat
for the ecosystem. Remember that sparks can fly from the fire,
so make sure to wear flame-resistant clothes appropriate for
camping and keep all gasoline and combustibles far away and
in a safe place.
Camping Gear
WELLAX Ultralight
Air Sleeping Pad
Inflatable camping mat for
backpacking, traveling, and hiking.
Air cell design for better stability
& support, compact & lightweight,
easy to inflate & deflate.
$49.90
Amazon.com
Ozark Trail
2 Room Instant Cabin
Tent with Screen Room
Sleeps 9
Instant tent sets up
in under 2 minutes
Season: All Season
$199.00
Walmart.com
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Academy.com
Mr. Heater
Little Buddy Heater
Maximum heat, minimal space
& certified for indoor use.
$59.99
Cabelas.com
Magellan Outdoors
Gallivant 2-Person Dome
Tent with Vestibule
Features a vestibule with partial
flooring for added storage and
protection from the elements.
$49.99
Academy.com
Portable Grill
The Indoor-Outdoor Portable Grill has you
covered when gathering with family or friends!
It easily converts from electric for indoor to
charcoal for outdoor use! It is 15 ½” wide; 16”
tall and has a cooking square surface of 13 ¼”.
$135.00
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Grill Glove Set
The Grill Glove Set is made of
durable suede and heat resistant
making them a must-have for grilling!
$32.00
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