Wasn’t expecting a winter storm for Easter weekend but thankful I was able to experience this with my wife before moving out of Minnesota. Had a blast, but would like to know how people stay warm inside the tent itself during night time? Our sleeping systems did great but was wondering if there is a way to stay warm without living inside it
by OzzieElWizard
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Welcome to winter camping where you are in your bag (at least sitting up) if you are in your tent. Great time to catch up on sleep.
You stay warm by having and wearing the right clothing, mainly a warm down jacket and appropriate accessories. Or you do what I did and get a wearable sleeping bag haha
You can get some battery powered heating clothes or blankets. Beyond that just have the right clothes and bag and get cozy. The real answer is a hot tent.
I used to sleep in two sleeping bags, wear thermals, wool hat + socks, and be fully clothed, but I used to weekend camp with my kids at nearby campgrounds, so not long term. Have fun.
Yo I loooooovveeeee winter camping. Snow is so much better than rain. Especially when it happens overnight. You wake up, unzip the door and everything’s completely white and quiet. Makes hot dogs taste better too
You’re officially an all‑season camper now! Just stay dry and warm.
I’m loving this picture. Welcome to the club
https://preview.redd.it/5h173q6ksstg1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d048160a5cc9d9842c3a557200dd5eb2e4290745
Maine
Tents keep you dry. The clothes and sleeping bags keep you warm. Thermal long johns are my go to in winter. It’s all about the layers.
Just remember the layer under you will do more to change things than you think.
Beyond proper insulation under me has always been super helpful in keeping me warm overall.
It only takes one time without something insulating under you to get the idea.