Carers in sub-zero temperatures: Brave tent camping between snow and storm!

Carers in sub-zero temperatures: Brave tent camping between snow and storm!

An outdoor adventure: In times of extreme temperatures, some people have decided to escape the stress of everyday life and get closer to nature. A notable case is 41-year-old Christian Wittmann from Harvestehude, who went outdoors on Friday despite icy temperatures of minus 12 degrees. He works in surgery coordination at the UKE and lives with his eight-year-old son.

Christian took this bold step because he longed for a change of scenery. With an ad next door.de he found a place to camp in an allotment on an arm of the Alster. On the day of the severe weather warning, he packed his things - a sleeping pad, sleeping bag and a bivouac tent, as well as a thermos flask with hot tea. He has already undertaken a three-year trip around the world as a backpacker and often lives with indigenous people. Being close to nature is important to him.

Winter camping: adventure or challenge?

Like Wittmann, other adventure seekers also experience winter camping in extreme cold. A family consisting of Burcu, Özgür and their child Nehir also ventured into the frosty nature. They struggled to set up their inflatable tent during a snowstorm where strong winds and cold tested their skills. The construction was made difficult as the tent ropes and utensils froze, and Özgür had to reattach the torn out stakes. Despite the adverse conditions, the family maintained a positive attitude and overcame the challenges together, supporting each other and even playing jokers for mindful respite.

Witmann finds joy in opening the tent in the morning and watching the sun rise over the snow. Nevertheless, there are also critics: He expressed skepticism about the severe weather warnings and the associated call for caution. For him it is a sign that people have moved away from their origins and are no longer accepting the challenges of nature. This is similar to the family's experience, which often had to underestimate the cold and weather during their winter camping trip.

The right equipment for cold nights

The right equipment and appropriate techniques are crucial for successful winter camping. An article reports on the necessary equipment for camping in winter that ensures success. An important criterion is choosing a suitable tent, which should have lockable ventilation openings and robust poles. The right sleeping pad, which can keep the cold off the ground, and a well-insulated sleeping bag are also essential. Especially when camping in subzero temperatures, you should pay close attention to clothing and wear thermal underwear to keep warm. It is recommended to also use a hot water bottle or heated stones in the sleeping bag for additional warmth.

It seems that winter camping is not only a challenge but also a real adventure that requires courage and perseverance. No matter whether Christian Wittmann or the family in the snowstorm - their experience shows that despite the cold, the love for nature and the urge for freedom remain unbroken. Given the current winter temperatures, we can only hope that they can continue their camping adventures safely and healthily.