David Schmidt

Don't forget these essentials when you're headed into the cold.

Use these tips to plan perfect winter camping meals.

There are two basic ways of melting water: passive and active.

Site your stove a few steps from your tent, so you can conveniently melt snow or brew drinks. If you're camping in the same spot for several days (and in deep snow), dig out a snow kitchen.

The gear, techniques, and recipes you need to whip up five-star meals in cold climes