Topic: Winter Camping (Read 9672 times)

RedLeader · « **on:** August 10, 2009 »

Has anyone been camping around the Mournes in winter. It looks really fun to be out when it's cold and snowy but I can't decide if it would ever be possible to be overly comfortable.

Celt_Ginger · « **Reply #1 on:** August 10, 2009 »

I've not camped in the Mournes during winter, but I have spent the odd night out in winter. With a good sleeping bag and most importantly a good sleeping mat, it's fine. bit of a shock though in the morning when you have to leave the sleeping bag to get dressed. Keep your cloths in your sleeping bag though, and even your boots if they will fit and they are not too wet.

billy backpack · « **Reply #2 on:** August 10, 2009 »

I have been up in the dead of winter with snow and dense fog , and I must say its awsome and almost magical.
Apart from the obvious problems that come with this type of weather as long as you are well prepared,have some experiance and keep a cool head it can be really enjoyable.
I found one of the best parts was in the morning when you get up to get a brew the fact that it can be so crisp and clear and when you look out over the surrounding area covered by a fresh snow fall there are no footprints and you can feel as if you are going to be the first person in the world to discover what is ahead.

I know that sounds really daft but thats the kick I got anyway

RedLeader · « **Reply #3 on:** August 10, 2009 »

Quote from: billy backpack on August 10, 2009

I have been up in the dead of winter with snow and dense fog , and I must say its awsome and almost magical.
Apart from the obvious problems that come with this type of weather as long as you are well prepared,have some experiance and keep a cool head it can be really enjoyable.
I found one of the best parts was in the morning when you get up to get a brew the fact that it can be so crisp and clear and when you look out over the surrounding area covered by a fresh snow fall there are no footprints and you can feel as if you are going to be the first person in the world to discover what is ahead.

I know that sounds really daft but thats the kick I got anyway

We should definitely do that..

NeilB · « **Reply #4 on:** August 10, 2009 »

Im up for that also guys, its mornings like that i love also, misty crisp morning, its morning like that i love this country

MG1 · « **Reply #5 on:** August 11, 2009 »

I'm up for it need to start picking up my winter kit.

666_pack · « **Reply #6 on:** August 11, 2009 »

As always I'm in.

sounds good I want get as much outta the hills as possible this year.

chris · « **Reply #7 on:** August 11, 2009 »

I was planning on going into the hills in the winter no matter what! the snowier the better! so count me in!

666_pack · « **Reply #8 on:** August 11, 2009 »

good man chris.

here is some info on the Troll wall I was telling you about.

http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=275.0

Wolf_Larson · « **Reply #9 on:** August 24, 2009 »

Quote from: billy backpack on August 10, 2009

I have been up in the dead of winter with snow and dense fog , and I must say its awsome and almost magical.
Apart from the obvious problems that come with this type of weather as long as you are well prepared,have some experiance and keep a cool head it can be really enjoyable.
I found one of the best parts was in the morning when you get up to get a brew the fact that it can be so crisp and clear and when you look out over the surrounding area covered by a fresh snow fall there are no footprints and you can feel as if you are going to be the first person in the world to discover what is ahead.

I know that sounds really daft but thats the kick I got anyway

Billy you should be a sales man you made something, that to most people would think is hell.

But you made it sound whimsical, well done mate !!

Wolf_Larson · « **Reply #10 on:** September 18, 2009 »

Wont be long till pro action winter camp now. $:-\$

Wolf_Larson · « **Reply #11 on:** September 24, 2009 »

Has anyone got any ideas for a winter camp yet ?

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