Who here is excited about snow camping?

[robertjackson]

Today was the first day in Northern AZ that felt like winter was finally getting close. It got me super pumped up to do some snow camping. Last year I had so much fun and learned a lot. I spent part of today watching Youtube videos to help refresh my memory on clothing, insulation, etc. One thing I want to learn how to do better is build a fire in the snow. Last year I had two cold nights out because I couldn't find dry material to burn. I've made it my 2018 goal to get good at making fires in the snow.

If you folks are as pumped as I am, I'd love to hear from you.

Evan

Yes--
I used to do a lot of winter camping as a Scout (Many moons ago) and looking forward to getting out a few times this year to help break up the Michigan Winter (Cabin fever) Blues.
I hope I can pass this fun on to my Grandsons. My Sons never liked cold weather camping.

[NarlocB]

I haven't been winter hammocking yet. Have not had enough spot to hang in safety in case i needed to bail. But now that i have a tato stand. I can't wait for it to get cold.

I do need to work on getting some face protection. But that shouldn't slow me down.

[OneClick]

That lake effect snow machine is already cranking up. I'm excited!!!

[ComfyCocoon]

oooo oooo me me me! Saw some sleet in the air over the weekend, but still in the upper 30's so nothing sticking yet. I've got new gear to try and can't wait for it to get cold around here. We have a winter hang planned for weekend of Feb 9th https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...bruary-9-10-11

I hear ya! I can't wait to hang in the snow. This cold and rainy weather we're having in central pa needs to move on to cold and snowy.

[alifeoutdoors]

That lake effect snow machine is already cranking up. I'm excited!!!

Yes. Yes it has.

[TrailSlug]

I am hoping to get some time in the woods around Thanksgiving, I struggle with finding people crazy enough to want to go with me.

Me as well. I envy those who have hiking partners that are at the same skill level.

[Mogollon Monster]

Have any of you used one of these air blowers? Are they worth the $10Air blower.jpg

[clusterone]

I AM, even bought snow shoes off ebay(new ones are too costly for the little use they will get)! Managed to get into some nice snow at Citico/Joyce Kilmer last year, and post-holing 10+ inches of snow was a serious workout. Every step, your forward momentum is eaten up by they compression of the snow. Mt. Leconte got a few inches this last weekend.

[clusterone]

Have any of you used one of these air blowers? Are they worth the $10Air blower.jpg

No, but the Pocket Bellow is golden:
http://www.pocketbellows.com/

[alifeoutdoors]

No, but the Pocket Bellow is golden:
http://www.pocketbellows.com/

Second the pocket bellows. I loved it so much I bought several to keep in every pack I have, daypack, backpack, portage pack, thwart bag etc.