Winter’s great adventure

TIPS & EQUIPMENT

For your safety and ours, you need to bring mandatory equipment to join the adventure, whether you choose the Explorer or Expedition group. You may already have some of the equipment and can borrow what you’re missing from a friend. You can also rent equipment from both FriluftsByn and Naturkompaniet.

If you have questions, you can get tips from both us and previous participants in our Facebook participant group. You can also visit your nearest Naturkompaniet store, and they will assist you.

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

– For your safety and ours.

Many overestimate the equipment needed to go winter hiking. What primarily distinguishes winter hiking is that you need an additional insulating layer, a thicker sleeping bag that can handle lower temperatures (or you can use two sleeping bags layered together). It is also wise to have two sleeping pads – one inflatable and one regular – to insulate against the cold ground.

OTHER

Hat
Gloves
Sunglasses
Thin socks
Thicker socks
First aid kit
Trash bag
Shovel (Not mandatory)

RENT EQUIPMENT

If you’re missing something and can’t borrow from someone you know, you can rent a tent, sleeping bag, backpack, and camping stove. Make sure to book in advance, and if you’re renting a tent, ensure you get help setting it up. It’s also a good idea to try setting it up at home beforehand so you feel comfortable pitching it.

RENT A SLEEPING BAG FROM FRILUFTSBYN

At FriluftsByn, you can rent a really warm and cozy sleeping bag. Email info@friluftsbyn.se
Sleeping bag: 500 SEK

SNOWSHOES INCLUDED

You can rent tents and backpacks at all Naturkompaniet stores, and many also rent out camping stoves. Snowshoes are included in the adventure!

TIPS: The dry base layer

You don’t need many changes of clothes, just one extra – your dry base layer. Keep it well protected, and put it on when you arrive at the campsite or when you’re ready to sleep. Then, switch back to your “hiking base layer” when you head out again the next day.

TIPS FOR A MORE ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE

– For your safety and ours.

Before we head out, we will hold a basic winter outdoor skills course. Guides and representatives from Naturkompaniet will also be present to help you adjust your backpack, for example. The Explorer group will start by setting up their base camp, and there will be help available both here and at the Expedition group’s campsite. However, it is important that you know how to set up your tent and are familiar with your camp stove. To be even better prepared, you can also watch the videos below.

How do I pack my backpack? A lot of it comes down to personal preference. However, there are a few good tips, like those shared in this video.

Setting up the tent. Naturkompaniet will be with us during the hike to help out, but come prepared.

ONE ADVENTURE
THREE GROUPS

The High Coast Winter Hike is an adventure suited for both curious beginners and experienced hikers. Choose between the Expedition, Explorer and Pathfinder groups. You can find more information about each group by clicking below.

ARTICLES WINTER HIKE

Curious why both seasoned adventurers and first-time hikers from around the world are drawn to the High Coast Winter Hike?
Explore these articles to learn more about the people, the experience, and the magic of winter on Sweden’s High Coast.