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This injury happens when skin and underlying tissues freeze, often affecting fingers, toes, or the nose.
What is frostbite?
This piece of clothing, worn on your head, helps prevent heat loss in cold weather
What is a beanie or winter hat?
This life-threatening condition occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce it.
What is hypothermia?
This high-energy snack is a favorite among winter hikers because it doesn’t freeze easily.
What are nuts or trail mix?
This sudden and severe snowstorm, characterized by high winds and low visibility, can make hiking extremely dangerous.
What is a blizzard?
This type of footwear is designed to keep your feet warm and dry in snowy conditions.
What are waterproof hiking boots?
This device, often carried in winter survival kits, shoots bright signals into the sky to attract rescuers.
What is a flare gun?
This type of container is recommended for carrying water in winter to prevent it from freezing.
What is an insulated water bottle or thermos?
This dangerous winter phenomenon occurs when snow or ice breaks loose and slides down a slope, potentially burying hikers.
What is an avalanche?
This insulated, waterproof layer is worn as the outermost piece of clothing to protect against wind and snow.
What is a winter jacket or shell?
This adhesive material is used to secure bandages or dressings to the skin.
What is medical tape?
This type of food, high in fats and proteins, is ideal for sustained energy during long winter hikes.
What are cheese, jerky, or nut butter?
This condition occurs when your body uses up its stored energy and can't produce enough heat, often due to prolonged exposure to cold.
What is exhaustion or cold fatigue?
This item, often made of wool or synthetic materials, is worn close to the skin to wick moisture and retain heat.
What is a base layer?
This small tool, often found in first aid kits, is used to remove splinters or debris from the skin.
What are tweezers?
This type of food, often freeze-dried, is lightweight and easy to prepare on winter backpacking trips.
What are dehydrated meals?
This thin layer of ice over water can be deceptive and dangerous, as it may not support a hiker's weight.
What is thin ice or black ice?
This type of gaiter, worn around your neck and face, protects against windburn and frostbite.
What is a balaclava?
This is the primary purpose of using antibiotic ointment on a wound.
What is preventing infection?
This is the reason why winter hikers need more calories than summer hikers.
What is the body burns more energy to stay warm?