If you mention to people that you camp in the winter, their first assumption is that you mean in a trailer 
When they find out that it is either in a quinzee, a tent, or with a tarp, their look and reaction is generally a mix between disbelief and disgust
Well, this year my son was old enough to join scouting, and I am in a leader position. It is important for me to understand as much about the history of scouts as possible. Our local library has a great collection of Boy Scout Literature. One of the books I recently checked out is the “Boy Scouts of America Fieldbook For Boys and Men” published by McGraw, 1967. I will more than likely comment on the book in later posts, but I wanted to share (quote directly) the opening paragraphs in the Winter Camping section. Here it is:
Have you ever heard some guy say “Go camping in the winter! Are you out of your ever lovin’ mind?” Well, maybe, but only if you don’t know how to camp in the summer and aren’t prepared for the differences between warm- and cold-weather camping.
Summer weather is kind and forgives poorly prepared and trained campers, but winter is cruel and unforgiving. You can get by with improper gear and inexperience when the mercury is above 40 degrees, but it can be pretty miserable when it’s below freezing.
Sounds like winter camping isn’t so hot, doesn’t it. Well, it isn’t as far as the temperature is concerned, but it’s real hot in the fun, adventure, and satisfaction that comes from knowing you can take care of yourself outdoors under extreme conditions.
That pretty much sums it up for me, as far as why I do it. More specifically, the last sentence. It is just a bummer we have not had much snow this year here in Michigan. I would love to make one more trip if we get some snow soon. If not, I am ready for warmer weather
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