How to Make Homemade Hand Warmers
Winter is here! Make your own warmer to help keep your hands toasty.
Winter Camping
New England Scouts Find Frozen Fun on a Winter Expedition
Winter is a perfect time to go camping in Vermont.
Troop 280 Straps on Snowshoes for a Mountain Adventure
With snowshoes on and sleds in tow, these Scouts trek up a snowy mountain.
How to Build an Igloo
A brilliant use of engineering and resources, this simple dome made out of snow blocks is both strong and versatile.
How to Build a Snow Cave
A T-shaped snow cave is a quick and efficient way to protect yourself from winter storms.
Make Your Own Homemade PVC Snowshoes
Here's how Webelos Scouts in North Carolina make homemade snowshoes.
How to Safely Melt Snow To Use as Drinking Water on a Camping Trip
When you're winter camping, you might be tempted to eat snow. Here's why that's not a good idea.
How to Use an Ice Ax to Self-Arrest on a Snowy Slope
If you fall on a steep snow slope and begin to slide, here's how to stop your slide.
Think Layers When Packing for a Cold Campout
Q: What should I bring on a cold campout?
Is It OK to Eat Snow?
There's a beautiful layer of freshly fallen snow in your backyard. Is it OK to grab a handful and take a bite?
How to Build a Quinzee Snow Shelter
A quinzee is a simple shelter made by hollowing out a big pile of snow. Here's how to build one.
How to Gear Up for Winter
Stay warm and Be Prepared for camping in the cold.
Ride Along as These Scouts Go Dog-Sledding in Wisconsin
These dogs love mushing through the snow -- and taking Scouts with them.
Join Troop 214 for a Big Day of Sledding in Montana
Find a hill. Grab a sled. Let's have some winter fun.
How to Make a Pulk Sled for Backpacking in the Snow
Not only are sleds fun, but they're also a great way to carry gear in winter.
What Are the Signs of Hypothermia and How Do You Treat It?
Losing body heat happens in all seasons, and it can kill. Know the symptoms of hypothermia and how to treat them.
Councils Offer Frosty Adventures at Winter Camps
Scout camps offer "snow much fun" and adventure during the winter.
How to Keep Your Head Warm in Cold Weather
An uncovered head can leave you chilly, so it’s important to keep your noggin insulated in the winter.
What’s Better: Mittens or Gloves?
Gloves allow for more dexterity; mittens tend to be warmer by keeping your fingers together. A more important question: Does it fit?
Stay Warm and Dry This Winter With These Gear Tips
Staying warm requires the right combination of layers based on your body, wind speeds, temperature and how much you sweat.
How to Buy Good Gloves or Mittens for Winter Activities
Whatever your outdoor activities, the choice of handwear matters a lot. Here are the Gear Guy's five recommendations.
What’s More Fun Than Winter Camping? Camping with Pups!
Dogs, quinzees, broomball and more. You can have all kinds of winter fun at Tomahawk Scout Reservation's Snow Base.
Move Over Summer Camp: Scouts Have a Blast at Blizzard Camp
Earn merit badges, learn how to handle the cold and bond with friends at winter camp.
Storing Backpacks During Wintertime
How should I store backpacks during wintertime to keep them in good condition?
How to Build a Survival Shelter
Being prepared to live — and live well — when you’re far from the comforts of home starts with being able to take effective shelter from the elements.
Photos from Troop 187’s cross-country skiing trek
For the older Scouts of Troop 187 in Breckenridge, Colorado, cross-country skiing is pretty much like backpacking. Take a look at photos from one of their cross-country adventures.
Keeping Warm on a Cold Night in an Igloo
When done right, an igloo can keep you nice and cozy – even on the coldest winter night.
Photos of winter activities at Camp Wilderness
Last February, more than 250 Scouts participated in a search-and-rescue training session at Camp Wilderness, the Northern Lights Council's 2,400-acre wooded campground in Minnesota's Paul Bunyon State Forest.
Photos from the BearPaw winter camp experience
Scouts from the Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council headed into California's snowy Sierra Nevada mountains for the annual BearPaw winter experience. Take a look at photos from their campout.
Checklist for a Basic Cold Weather Outing
Going on a basic cold weather outing? Here's a checklist to help you pack the gear you need.