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Troop198 · 11-20-2007, 03:42 PM

:ribbit:Maybe this list is here already but if not lets start one.
Let's start with this, its for Texas and weather in Texas is unpredicable at best from winter to winter so...

1. Bring a warm sleeping bag, or at least a liner Bags are rated and I don't think you need a "zero degree" F bag in Texas, Compare bags if the ratings are identical, put your money in the big fat one. A down fill bag is good if weight and bulk are your priority. HOWEVER< If it gets soaked you're shivering. Synthetic fill is better if price is important, or you expect to see a wet weather.

2. Make sure you have lots of padding between your sleeping bag and the ground of your tent.

3. Bring warm clothes, if your cold put a hat on (even while sleeping) Your body loses heat through you exposed head. The key is to be warm, but not to sweat. Perspiration will make you cold:ribbit:

11-20-2007, 03:42 PM	#1
Troop198 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Texas Posts: 332	Tips for Texas winter campers :ribbit:Maybe this list is here already but if not lets start one. Let's start with this, its for Texas and weather in Texas is unpredicable at best from winter to winter so... 1. Bring a warm sleeping bag, or at least a liner Bags are rated and I don't think you need a "zero degree" F bag in Texas, Compare bags if the ratings are identical, put your money in the big fat one. A down fill bag is good if weight and bulk are your priority. HOWEVER< If it gets soaked you're shivering. Synthetic fill is better if price is important, or you expect to see a wet weather. 2. Make sure you have lots of padding between your sleeping bag and the ground of your tent. 3. Bring warm clothes, if your cold put a hat on (even while sleeping) Your body loses heat through you exposed head. The key is to be warm, but not to sweat. Perspiration will make you cold:ribbit: