Choosing a Winter Campsite location
Choosing your campground location for winter camping is very important. Of course you have the usual campground regulations and proximity to other campers but winter camping adds a greater challenge to your vacation. Avoid low laying areas as that is where the coldest air will settle. On the other hand, you also want to avoid high ridge tops where the winds may wreak havok with your tent and possibly create snow drifts. South facing areas will result in more sun and thus longer days - take what you can get! If streams or lakes are nearby, you will be spared from having to melt snow for all your water needs. Although it’s winter, level ground still makes for the most comfortable night sleeping. Lastly be cautious in choosing your site to avoid risk of avalanches. Just keep in mind this criteria next time you are planning your winter camping trip , and you’ll be starting out on the right foot. Sealing your tent Sealing the seams on your new tent is an absolute requirement in orde...