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How To Stay Warm In Your Tent

How To Stay Warm In Your Tent

A tent is an excellent way to spend a night in the outdoors but, if you are planning on camping during the colder months, there are a few accessories which you'll need to help you stay warm.

We know how important it is when camping to travel light and thankfully there's no need to carry around large and heavy items just to stay warm.

A few carefully chosen items will help make your camping experience comfortable and enjoyable, whatever the weather!

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No.1 Camping heaters

A heater which is designed for use in a tent is guaranteed to keep you warm and comfortable. However, care will need to be taken as it is not recommended to leave them running while you are asleep, because of the fire risk.

Portable gas heaters are available, but again it is not advisable to use these in an enclosed space like a tent, as they need plenty of ventilation.

For added peace of mind, you should carry a small portable carbon monoxide alarm.

No.2 Windbreaks

Whatever the outside temperature, if you are camping in an area with high winds, the wind chill factor will make it feel much colder. Try to position the tent under the cover of a tree, behind thick hedgerows or large fences, to create a natural windbreak.

Many people make the mistake of avoiding high spots when camping because they think it will be windier. However, a low lying position will be colder because cold air tends to settle at low points. If this is not possible, try to bring collapsible windbreaks for camping with you. They roll up in a compact manner and, when carefully positioned, can shield you from gusts and increase the temperature within the tent.

No.3 Sleeping bags

One of the easiest ways to stay warm is to invest in a good quality sleeping bag.

There are some which are able to keep you warm even at temperatures of zero degrees.

A sleeping bag has a rating, similar to a duvet with a tog rating. For a comfortable night, you need a bag with a rating of 3 or 4. For added comfort, you could also add a sleeping bag liner, which will add around 10 degrees to the temperature inside the sleeping bag.

No.4 Camping airbeds

The higher you are from the ground, the warmer you will be. A camping airbed will stop the cold from the ground seeping through into your body. Many people opt for a double height airbed for both comfort and added warmth.

There are insulated air mattresses available and some more technical airbeds even include built-in heaters which can be powered by a car cigarette lighter. For additional warmth, you could cover the airbed with a thin layer of material: foam or felt will work best. Whatever you can use to keep the gap between you and the floor large and absorbent will help keep you warm.

Camping in low temperatures will make the experience miserable if you are not prepared, but carefully planning your stay will make for a magical experience.

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