Q. I have a 45-degree Lafuma mummy sleeping bag and a 15-degree liner to go with it, so it becomes a 30-degree bag. My dad says I’ll be fine in the cold, but I’m not so sure. It gets pretty cold in the tri-state area. What do you think I should do?
Build a flagpole, table or chair for your camp
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How to avoid altitude sickness
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Guy Gear: What You Want or What You Need?
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How to go fishing at night
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How to build a quinzee snow shelter
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Make your own mailbox stove
Looking for a unique and fun way to cook for your troop? Do what this North Carolina troop does: Cook in a mailbox.
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