winter camping

Winter camping can be every bit as enjoyable as camping in any other season, and it has the perks of no bugs and fewer crowds! But, if you're not properly prepared, Winter Camping can also turn uncomfortable and even dangerous, faster than you'd think.

When you attend one of Modes of Adventure's Winter Camping courses, you will gain the skills and competence needed to enjoy your own winter adventures safely and comfortably.

In this two day course, you will learn and experience Winter Camping in a safe and comfortable environment where we will build on your knowledge of 3-season camping while adjusting for the additional seasonal challenges of winter. By the end, you will have the skills and know-how to be a 4 season adventurer!

There will be a pre-course zoom meeting to discuss equipment, meal planning, and packing. This will give you the opportunity to go over your gear list and ensure the packing of correct items for the course.

Options for outdoor sleeping include a tent (hot or cold), tarp, quinzhee (pending adequate snow conditions) or participants may also stay in the heated classroom (if you aren't up to braving the cold quite yet!).  A suggested equipment list will be provided upon registration.