1. Winter Camping Steve Allen Conference Commander Appalachian Conference, IPHC

2. Objectives Discuss and Identify: ▫The factors regarding choosing a site to camp ▫General guidelines for winter camping ▫Supplies needed by the outpost ▫What clothing to choose and considerations of what to wear ▫Personal items

3. Deciding Where to Camp Choose location: primitive or park Ask if camping allowed in Winter at location ▫Permit requirements ▫Rules and regulations on trash, fires, firewood, etc. ▫Fee schedule  Based on site or per person per site Consider amenities (hot showers, laundry, activities available on site)

4. Preparing to Winter Camp Tents and Cloths ▫Army tents work well to accommodate large groups with cots and heaters.  Ventilation helps with use of heaters ▫Cots with blankets or pads under sleeping bag  Provides insulation better than an air mattress ▫If sleeping on the ground, need blankets under to provide insulation and on top for warmth

5. Consider First Aid kit and provider Nearest medical facilities Medical release forms for all attendees Weather forecast Rope Shovels Camera

6. Scheduling Plan activities ▫Sledding or sled race ▫Animal track ▫Flashlight tag ▫Bigger the better Snow ball ▫Hiking ▫Snow snake ▫Skiing ▫Snow Angels ▫Building Igloos ▫Snowshoeing ▫Snowball fights Consider time for preparing food Set meal time Set worship time ▫Morning ▫Evening Plan rotations of groups Time for relaxation and visitation Prepare for the schedule to change

7. Outpost Plan menus Prepare grocery list ▫Food ▫Water ▫Energy drinks ▫Energy food (bars, gels, chews, trail mix) Hand sanitizer

8. Outpost Packing Cooking supplies Propane tanks and fuel Propane burners (on stand) Pots, pans skillets (Cast Iron) Dishes, bowels for serving Spoons, utensils for cooking Dish detergent, towels Food storage containers

9. Prepare to Travel Vehicle registration and current tags Check the antifreeze Check the spare tire, wrench and jack Jumper cables Tow and tire chains Bag of salt or cat litter Ice scrapers Tool kit Reflective triangles Non-perishable foods and water One copy of medical and permission form for each person in the van.

10. Proper Clothing is Key Layering ▫Critical, especially with wind chill ▫Best protection from the cold ▫Start with light layers, and add layers ▫Can shed layers through the day and return layers as the temperature drops ▫Avoid cotton

11. Frostbite Frostbite is damage to the skin and underlying tissues cause by extreme cold ▫White or grayish skin ▫Feels hard, waxy or numb ▫Blistering or becoming dark or black ▫Other symptoms: swelling, itching, burning, deep pain during re-warming/healing, “pins and needles” Wearing wet clothes, not wearing enough clothes and high winds increase vulnerability

12. Hypothermia A medical condition characterized by a low core body temperature ▫Below 95 degrees ▫Signs and symptoms  Shivering  Lack of coordination (clumsiness)  Slurred speech or mumbling  Stumbling  Confusion or difficulty thinking  Drowsiness or low energy  Weak pulse  Shallow breathing

13. Fabrics and Brands of Clothing Wool (check allergies) Fleece Coolmax polyester Thermax Gore-tex windstopper Gore-tex Polarguard Polypropylene Down Thermastat Smart wool Underarmor Avoid cotton

14. Clothing to Pack for 3 Day Campout 1 set/day of shirts and trousers 2 Fleece zip-ups or wool pullovers 2 pair thermal underwear (tops and bottoms) 4 pair underwear 4 pair socks Coveralls or insulated coveralls

15. Accessories to pack Caps/toboggans – keep 1 dry for night Hand warmers Neck scarves and/or face mask (Balaclava) Multiple pairs of waterproof gloves Snow boots (waterproof) Tennis shoes (optional) Rain and snow gear Winter coat Swim trunks and towel

16. Toiletries Toothbrush and toothpaste Comb Lotion for dry skin Lip protection Washcloths and towels (2 sets) Shampoo (biodegradable) Sun screen Soap Sunglasses

17. Personal Items Bible Cup, plate, spoon, fork, knife Camp stool or folding chair Sleeping bag (Zero degree bag) Fleece liners Wool blanket or winter blankets Sleeping pad

18. Personal Items for Camping Whistle Compass or Map Flashlight and extra batteries Canteen Extra money (canteen, laundry) Survival blanket Matches or lighter

19. Comfort Items – Optional Pillow Personal snacks Personal sled

20. What Not to Pack Radio Anything needing WiFi Anything needing electrical recharging ▫Electronic Toys, Games and Music Devices Noise Makers Bicycles Uniforms