Parks Blogger got in touch with Jesus Gallardo to talk about his recent winter camping trip, and here is what he has to say.. Where did you winter camp recently? and When? My latest camping trip happened during the remembrance day weekend (nov 10-13) and it was at Algonquin park Mew Lake camping ground. Was it on a developed campground? or back … [Read more...]
Winter Yurt Camping at Mew Lake, Algonquin
Spring Break Family Getaway to Mew Lake - By Josh Spina. You’re going where? While most of our friends and family flew South for the March break, seeking reprieve from the harsh Canadian Winter, we packed our snowshoes and headed North. We had camped extensively throughout the Spring, Summer and Fall but until this point hadn’t previously ventured out together winter camping … [Read more...]
Winter Camping Checklist
By Kate Ming-Sun. When I pack for trips, I like to have a checklist handy so that I don’t forget anything crucial when I head out into the backcountry. This is particularly true for my winter trips when a missing item could be the key to a safe adventure in cold temperatures. Here is my winter camping checklist: Sleep System: Shelter: Sleeping bag (mine’s rated … [Read more...]
How to set up a Winter Camp
So you’re thinking of going winter camping for the first time. You’ve packed the thermal underwear, bought/rented the snowshoes, picked the perfect brand of hand warmers, and are thinking ahead to setting up camp. Although most of the summer camping principles apply in winter too, there are several winter-specific factors to consider. Note: Although many of the principles … [Read more...]
Trekking with Toboggans
By Jim Baird One of the ways I travel in winter is on foot, towing my gear on toboggans—it’s a lot easier than carrying your stuff on your back. Pick one up for $25 from a hardware store and save yourself the headache of all your stuff falling off the sled by doing an easy modification: drill or cut about five holes along each side of your toboggan to run ropes through. … [Read more...]
