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  • TinyBreak@aussie.zone
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    1 year ago

    Any tips for camping in winter? Thinking I might take a one night-er somewhere close by, but last time I went to la trobe river in October I nearly froze to death.

    • melbourne_wanderer@aussie.zone
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      1 year ago

      thermals, a good puffy jacket, woollen socks (no unnatural fibres/blends), a beanie, and lots of firewood. A decent sleeping bag is a must, and a proper sleeping mat (not a lilo or anything similar - those things offer no protection at all).

      • TinyBreak@aussie.zone
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        1 year ago

        I’ve got a cheapie kmart sleeping mat, I might need to consider upgrading. Thermals are a good idea.

    • WeatherproofMonkey@aussie.zone
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      1 year ago

      A 4 season tent, insulated sleeping mat with extra foam mat underneath, a winter temp rated down sleeping bag, extra warm liner (some could add a few extra degrees), Merino base layer to sleep in, or/ and a down jacket to sleep in if feeling extra cold and a beanie. And plenty of food before bed!

      • TinyBreak@aussie.zone
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        1 year ago

        My “proper” tent is a 6p, and it’ll be a solo trip. So I’ll probably have to make do with the hiking tent. But yes, my 5c sleeping back might need an upgrade.