Clothing
What clothing system works best for cold weather: one thick layer or multiple layers?
What is Multiple layers?
What body process creates heat and helps keep you warm?
Movement / exercise
What type of sleeping bag is best for cold weather?
Cold-rated / winter sleeping bag
What injury happens when skin freezes due to extreme cold?
Frostbite
Why should you camp out of the wind?
Wind increases heat loss
What material is best for base layers because it keeps you warm even when slightly wet?
Wool
What should you do if you start sweating in cold weather?
Remove layers
What tool is used to melt snow for drinking water?
Stove
What are early signs of hypothermia?
Shivering, confusion, slurred speech
What should you do before going to sleep to stay warmer at night?
Eat and change into dry clothes
Why does Mr Q. hate cotton
It absorbs moisture and steals body heat
Why should you eat high-calorie foods when camping in cold weather?
They provide energy to generate body heat
Why are four-season tents better for winter camping?
They withstand snow and strong winds
Why is dehydration still a risk in cold weather?
You don’t feel as thirsty but still lose water
Before setting up a winter tent what do you do to prevent snow from melting and freezing under your tent?
set a ground cloth and clear/ compact snow.
What part of the body loses heat fastest and should always be covered? Bonus: Why?
Head
What should you put between your sleeping bag and the ground to stay warmer?
Sleeping pad / insulation
What item helps prevent heat loss from your hands?
Gloves or mittens
What should you do if someone shows signs of hypothermia?
Get them warm, dry, and seek help
What is the safest way to dry wet clothes in winter camping?
Body heat or controlled heat (not open flames)
What is the name of the outermost clothing layer that blocks wind and water?
Shell Layer
What dangerous condition happens when your body loses heat faster than it can produce it?
Hypothermia
What emergency item helps reflect body heat and signal for help?
Emergency blanket
Why is alcohol dangerous in cold weather camping?
It causes heat loss and poor judgment
Why is planning and telling someone your route important in winter camping?
Rescue is harder in cold conditions