When it comes to Winter tenting many people will be doubtful. The thing is that it require some more Equipment. But at the same time there is also some advantges. It will give you more freedom to choose routes and you will not be dependent to cabins or mountain stations. But for such a trip you probably will need a sledge.
You will need a four season tent. Preferably with extra edges for being able to lay snow on for securing and for isolation with snow. The moist will lso be a challenge. So the tent must have a good ventialtion. Before you go in, brush of all snow on your clothes. If you have space bring a small brush for the purpose. A tunnel tent will give you space but cost in weight. A cupoltent is smaller, lighter and will be warmer(but more tight)
You shall also bring a gas light. This is very good for being able to work in the tent, bu also for drying away the moist. It can be more practicl wit a ga stowe, that you can use the gas to the light as well.
When you are going to choose Place for the tant you can use your ski for getting a flat Surface. My experience is that you often do this to small. You also need to use a snow stick, for secure the tent from the wind. Use your skiis and your sticks as well for this purpose.
For the Comfort choose a good sleeping bag, and dont forget a real good sleeping matt. And then you are ready for the night.
And now to the basic service. Before you go to bed, boil waer. Fill up the thermos and also a water bottle with hot water. If you are going for a longer trip, plan the hygiene. This for not getting infections etc. A good thin to bring is hygiene napkins.If you need to dry clotes such as stockings and small things, you can put them into the sleeping bag(not big or very wet garments) Shake the sleeping bag, do some exercise such as a couple of push-ups. Now you are ready for sleeping. Put the bottle with hot water between your legs. It will get you warm and comfortabe. Before you get up in the morning, dry the moist in the tent with the gas lamp…And now you will be ready for a new day of adventure..
See ya tomorrow..(a interview…)
Great post today Ulf, and so true. I almost longing for the winter season to be able to do the winter camping below the frozen waterfalls. It’s a special feeling and a real ‘adventure’
You are coming up with new interesting themes everydag Ukf. Great reading for us. Keep up the good work.