Basics
Start here. What everyone needs to know to safely and comfortable enjoy cold weather sports
Winter Sports Gear Discounts  How to find the best bargains for winter sports clothing and equipment. Look for discounts and cheap winter gear. Dressing for Winter  Wear and understand the three-layer method to keep warm in winter. Explains basics of what fabrics are best for the cold weather. Eating for Winter Sports  What do you eat when you will be out in the cold? Find out the must-know info for winter sports nutrition, so you can get the right fuel to have fun, stay busy, and safe in the cold. Eye Protection and Care  Learn how and why you need to safeguard your eyes in the winter. Find out what UV risks there are and how to prevent and minimize them. Frostbite  Frostbite is an easy to prevent cold weather injury. Learn the symptoms, treatments and prevention here. This is the first of a three part series on cold weather injuries. Hypothermia  Hypothermia is one of three common cold weather related injuries. Read here to find out the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this devastating injury. Map and Compass Use  Map and compass use are important skills for anyone spending time outdoors. GPS units can get dead batteries, poor signal, or have other failures. Don't get caught in the cold without these basic tools, even if just for backup! Read this article to know how to use them. Trenchfoot  Part three of the cold weather injury series. Trenchfoot, or immersion foot, is serious, but easy to prevent. Read on for symptoms, treatment, and prevention of this cold weather danger. Winter Driving Safety Kit  Be prepared for winter driving and winter driving emergencies. Find out what you should have inside your vehicle during the winter months. Winter Sports Dictionary  Guide to the slang of winters outdoors; skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, hockey and other terms covered in this quick and handy reference guide Winter Sports Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Winter Sports Site Map
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