It's not cool to be cold.

Hypothermia, frostbite, dehydration, exhaustion, cold food...the list goes on and on. Many things can make winter camping difficult if you are not properly prepared. Check out this simple winter camping quiz (from Scouting Magazine) to test your knowledge. Then review the basic camping gear lists in your Scout Handbook (pgs. 270 & 292) to get an idea of how to set up your kit for success. Remember to plan ahead and prepare to adapt to changing conditions so that you will have the best chance of enjoying the weather that usually keeps everyone else on the couch.