Clothing
A winter hat or toque is important to wear?
Yes? You do not lose 10% of your body heat through your head, but you do lose a great deal.
In an emergency, you can make a shelter out of natural materials found around you in the woods?
Yes. Tree branches and snow make an excellent insulating shelter.
Ramen is a good camp food.
No. It is only simple carbs and has no nutritional benefits.
Running shoes are appropriate for winter camp.
No, they do not protect you from any elements.
How do you treat minor frostbite?
Skin on skin warming such as a warm hand or putting it in your armpits.
A helmet is required for tobogganing at any Scout Camp?
True! Do not forget your helmet and toboggan when we go to camp.
It is okay to sleep directly on the tent floor?
No. You need a foam pad under you to insulate from the cold ground.
How many calories do you need to consume per day when winter camping?
3600-6000
What type of socks should you not wear?
Cotton
What is hypothermia?
When the body cools to a temperature of 95/35 or lower. It can be life threatening.
What type/material of clothing should you not wear?
Cotton
Is a big airy tent a good shelter in the winter?
No. It is more space/air for your body to warm up.
We use the propane stoves to cook at camp
No. We use naphtha stoves as propane does not work in the cold.
Are socks and boots that are to tight a bad thing?
Yes.
What is frost bite?
Simply, when your skin freezes from being exposed to extreme cold.
Why should you completely change your clothes when you go to bed?
As even if they do not feel wet, they are from sweating and you will get cold.
How can you tell if a sleeping bag is right for winter camp?
Check the temperature/season rating on your bag. An extra blanket or second sleeping bag never goes amiss.
It is good to precook food for winter camp as it will take less time, water and fuel to cook.
Yes
No! There is no insulation and your feet will be quite cold.
What is trench foot?
Also known as immersion foot results from prolonged exposure to wet and cold.
What is the best way to dress for winter camp?
In layers. This allows you to regulate your temperature.
Why is shelter important, at any camp.
It keeps out the elements, and can keep in warmth.
YES!
So that your boots can be properly dried.
What is immersion hypothermia?
Hypothermia caused by being in water below 70 degrees