Camping is one of the most affordable ways to enjoy a family vacation.  However, during the winter months most clans retreat to warmer venues, even though the season is a terrific time to get outside and commune with nature. If you are game to camp in the snow and cold, be prepared to do your homework first.  For starters, you should never set-up camp in a remote location during the winter. This is especially true if you are roughing it in a mountainous area.  Avalanches kill hundreds of hikers, skiers and campers each year.  Before erecting a tent at … Continue reading →