OUTDOOR CLOTHING AND FOOTGEAR SUITABLE FOR NC COLD WET WEATHER
(Refer to Boy Scout Handbook Page 202)
Winter
Camping essentials
In general,
dress in multiple thin layers of synthetic clothing. No cotton!
Examples:
polyester, acrylic, or polypropylene. Wool is the only natural fiber
recommended.
Bring
clothing to allow for two different activity levels, one active and
one for stationary around camp.
Layer your
clothing in three different types:
1 The
first layer against the skin should be long underwear that will be
the wicking layer to transport the moisture from your perspiration
from your skin.
2 The
second layer should be the layer that traps warm air and creates
insulation from the cold. This layer contains lofty material that
has dead air space such as fleece – "Polartec", synthetic down, or
down. The higher the loft the warmer you will be.
3 The
third layer should keep out moisture. This is to keep your
insulating clothing dry but also allow your perspiration to escape.
Remember the
four W’s, Wicking, Warmth, Windproof,
and Waterproof.
Start with
the headgear and work down to the feet.
Head
Stocking hat
or better yet balaclava (fleece or wool), 40-50% of the total body
heat loss occurs from the head and neck
Brimmed hat
or visor if sunny.
Sunglasses
Sun block –
minimum SPF 15, the higher the better
SPF rated
lip balm
Torso
Wicking
T-shirt and/or long undershirt
Thermal
underwear shirt, at least 2.
Wind shirt –
long sleeve with or without fleece (options: turtleneck, workout
suit, sweatshirt)
Windbreaker
jacket (used for high activity)
Jacket for
warmth – fleece "Polartec", synthetic down, or down
Hooded rain
parka or jacket – can be used as windbreaker jacket if coatings are
breathable like "Gore-tex"
Hands
Liner gloves
Mittens are
warmer than fingered gloves, water-resistant, at least 2 pairs
Shell
mittens - waterproof
Legs
Thermal long
underwear pants, 2 pairs.
Pajama or Hiking pants
(options: workout pants, fleece pants, running tights)
Wind pants
Fleece,
synthetic down, or down pants/bib for around camp
Feet
Liner
wicking socks
Thick wool
or synthetic sock
Waterproof
boots – Gore-tex boots with insulation is best, sealed leather hiking boots
Sleeping
gear
Sleeping bag
– mummy style - rated minimum of 15-20 degrees, with waterproof
stuff sack
If not rated
properly, bring additional sleeping bag to sleep within.
Optional -
sleeping bag liner to increase warmth or sleep with long thermal
underwear.
Full-length
foam sleeping pad or inflatable foam pad
Space
blanket, medium to heavy duty aluminized tarp 5’ x7’
Miscellaneous
Flashlight,
extra batteries
Toiletry kit
Towel and
handiwipes
Money for
optional expenses
Extra set of
clothes for trip home or if trip extends to another day
Backpack
Water bottle
Tarp or pad
to sit on
First aid
kit
Toilet paper
Snacks for
hike
Camp Chair
Foot Locker - ( Summer and Winter Camp )
