This class will provide students with information on how to hike, backpack and camp in the winter months.  This class will cover a variety of topics including  preventing hypothermia, ice and snow travel, sleeping warm, food, water and clothing all needed for the winter environment.    Each student will be provided with extensive information on the use of clothing, layering systems, down insulation pieces, soft shell materials, hard shell gear, hats, gloves, tents, sleeping systems and proper footwear.