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The Happy Camper: Best Winter Camping Gear 2017

Kevin Callan

November 27, 2017

Kevin Callan reviews the best winter camp gear of 2017. Or at least it's what he thinks is best. Someone else has alternative opinions...

Credit: Kevin Callan

My arch nemesis, Gary the Puppet, joined me for another video project. I showed off some of my favourite choices for winter camping gear. Gary did the usual: showed little interest and made rude comments. He even hinted at eating a “medicinal” gummy bear before I arrived. Oh, that Gary.

Check out my top picks for jumping into the winter camping season—and get a giggle watching poor Gary ride the magic bus through the video.

Never a dull moment with a puppet.

Watch the Video Here:

Looking for more info about this gear? Click the links:

Trangia Duossal

Kelly Kettle Small Trekker

Adventure Medical Kit

SOL firelighting kit

Council Tool axe sling

Lure of the North Anorak Kit

Outdoor Research Alti Mitts

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Kevin Callan

Kevin Callan is the author of 15 books, including the best-selling The Happy Camper and his incredibly popular series of paddling guides. He's a notable public speaker and frequent guest on radio and television. Kevin is also a regular contributor, blogger and columnist for explore Magazine and has won several National Magazine Awards. He was made Patron Paddler for Paddle Canada and has recently won several filmmaking awards.

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