Backpacking in the winter months can be exhilarating, refreshing, and - with the help of this book - remarkably safe and comfortable too! All it takes is some good planning and learning some tricks to keep warm, dry and happy. Whether you're new to backpacking in the winter months and looking to make your first experience as warm and enjoyable as possible, or a practised winter backpacker interested in making day trips and camping trips more comfortable, this easy-to-read guide was written for you. The book covers: staying warm; choosing equipment; packing gear; winter travel; navigation; setting up camp; cooking and eating; winter survival; winter first aid; and, backpacking with kids and dogs.