Winter backpacking allows you to enjoy the Rockies year round. It also provides the opportunity to enjoy popular summer destinations without the crowds.
This is my first overnight backcountry trip of 2022. I’m joined by Whalley Walks for a two night stay at Lake O’Hara. In part 1 I show how I transition from summer gear to winter gear. Hiking in winter doesn’t necessarily require a lot of new gear, and it’s a great way to improve your overall skills. If you can be comfortable in winter sub-freezing temperatures of -20C, you’ll be absolutely comfortable during the warm summer months.
0:00 Introduction
4:54 Selecting my winter gear
11:27 Choosing my sleeping bag
16:51 Liquid fuel
19:14 Loading everything into my pack
My CalTopo map of the area: https://caltopo.com/m/Q1QE8
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