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Winter camping for beginners

Grössjön Nature Reserve, Umeå

28 February - 1 March 2026

About the trip

Is it really possible to camp in winter? And how do you keep from freezing through the night? Anyone who’s tried winter camping the right way knows it can be an absolutely unforgettable experience. Join our trip and discover the secrets to staying warm, confident, and comfortable outdoors — while enjoying a winter adventure you won’t forget.

Date: 28 February - 1 March 2026
Place: Grössjön
Price: 500 SEK

Trip description

You’ll learn how to set up a tent in the snow, what to consider in bad winter weather, and how to stay dry and warm in all conditions.
We’ll meet at Carlshem on Saturday after lunch. From there, we’ll head out on Nordic touring skis through easy terrain to the Grössjön Nature Reserve. Once we arrive at the campsite, we’ll go through how to pitch a tent in winter. After that, we’ll serve a hot, hearty dinner by the fire, and once we’re full and satisfied, we’ll head to bed for the night. On Sunday morning, we’ll eat breakfast together and talk about how the night went, then pack up the tents and make our way back to Carlshem.

Practical information

Included in the price
Guides  
Dinner  
Tent 
Stove 
Shovel 
Nordic ski touring equipment (boots, poles, skis)

Prerequisites
You must be able to carry your own equipment and some shared equipment in a backpack and have been camping during summer. 

Age limit
18 years

Mandatory pre-meeting
24 February 2026, 18:00, IKSU Sport

Note that it is mandatory. If you can't participate you need to inform the guides.

Last day to sign up
18 Februay 2026

Maximum number of participants
12

Additional information
The tour includes dinner on Saturday. You will need to arrange and bring your own food for the remaining meals. Since the tour takes place when it's cold and the days are  short, remember to bring extra energy/snacks than you would for a regular hike.   

Equipment

Common Gear Carried by Each Team:
Tent (Included in the Price)  
Stove (Included in the Price)  
Shovel (Included in the Price)  
Fuel for the Stove (Included in the Price) 
Matches  
Breakfast for Sunday

Personal Gear: 
Nordic touring skis (Included in the Price) 
Boots for nordic touring skis (Included in the Price) 
Nordic touring ski poles (Included in the Price) 
Backpack, > 65 L  
Snow Gaiters (Optional) 
Headlamp 
Sleeping Bag for Winter Use  
Sleeping Mattress (Two Is Recommended)  
Down- Or Synthetic Jacket  
Mid-/Insulating Layer (Warm Sweater)  
Base Layer to ski in  
Dry change (e.g. Base Layer, Underwear, Etc.)  
Wool Socks X2  
Gloves X2 (One Shell and One Warm)  
Beanie X2  
Buff/ Scarf 
Sunglasses  
Toiletries, Incl. Any Medicines  
Toilet Paper  
Hand Sanitiser  
Blister Plasters  
Water Bottle, 1 L  
Thermos  
Plate  
Mug  
Cutlery  
Snacks 

Book trip

Guides

Lukas

Friluftsledare

lukas@iksufrilufts.se

Gustav

Friluftsledare

gustav@iksufrilufts.se