Post Tagged with: "Winter"

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Planning and Packing for Winter Backpacking

For those willing to brave cold temperatures, don multiple layers and take a few extra precautions, winter camping can be an incredible way to enjoy[Read More…]

by February 19, 2015 0 comments Skills
Winter Clothing Systems (Image courtesy of Alan English via Flickr)

Master the 4 Layer System for Staying Warm on Winter Backpacking Trips

Learning the art of creating an effective layering system for winter backpacking trips provides the needed flexibility to keep your body warm and dry during the range[Read More…]

by January 29, 2015 0 comments Skills
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Five Essentials for Fall Camping

The leaves are changing, the temperatures are dropping and you are beginning to realize you aren’t ready to call it quits with camping quite yet.[Read More…]

by October 20, 2014 0 comments Gear, Skills
Cabin Fever

Cabin Fever

Cabin fever has a hold of me. Come March I am in the throes of agony. Four months of gray, dark, cold and rain has[Read More…]

by March 9, 2014 0 comments Community
Our Top Picks for Winter Boots

Our Top Picks for Winter Boots

With everyday warmth on the brain, staying warm on the trail and prepared for winter conditions should be too. Here are SBM’s top choices for winter boots when heading out in the cold weather this year.

by December 16, 2013 0 comments Gear
Winter Photography for Beginners

Winter Photography for Beginners

Ever wonder how the pros get those stunning winter photographs while you sit and struggle with over exposed and harsh hopefuls? Here’s some quick tips I use during my winter travels and they will work with any dslr or film camera.

by November 20, 2013 0 comments Skills
Winter Clothing for Kids

Winter Clothing for Kids

You and your children should wear multiple layers of clothing that provide various levels of protection against sweat, heat loss, wind and potentially snow. Layering works because the type of clothing you select for each stratum serves a different function, such as wicking moisture or shielding against wind.

by November 7, 2013 0 comments Gear, Skills
Three Considerations in Preparation for Winter Backpacking

Three Considerations in Preparation for Winter Backpacking

The weather has to be your primary concern. With winter weather come hazards such as avalanches, deadly temperatures and whiteouts. Poor visibility can make getting lost much easier and harsh temperatures mean that losing your way can have extremely serious consequences. Be sure to check and then double-check the weather, storm systems, and avalanche danger alerts in the area your planning to explore.

by November 10, 2012 0 comments Skills
El Nino-La Nina Neutral Snow in the Cascades

El Nino-La Nina Neutral Snow in the Cascades

Outside of the the Neutral phase when temperatures are normal, there are two main phases of ENSO: one is El Nino which occurs when there is above normal SST in the Eastern Pacific.

by October 15, 2012 0 comments Skills
Ortovox Piz Bernina Jacket

Ortovox Piz Bernina Jacket

Piz Bernina Specifications While Ortovox’s Piz Bernina jacket has the appearance of being ‘just another down jacket,’ hikers who try the product can’t help but[Read More…]

by March 21, 2012 0 comments Gear