Winter brings a number of exciting challenges for experienced campers – and the cold weather gives you the perfect opportunity to put all of your camping gear to the test. My guest blogger Michael Vosen suggests his ultimate camping tools checklist for Bear Grylls style winter excursions.

A bushcraft knife is a camping essential and can be used for any number of things from slicing open packets of food to cutting cords and splitting wood. A camping knife should be sturdy yet lightweight and compact and there is a bush craft knife to suit every requirements. When choosing a camping knife, it is essential to make a note of your specific needs and choose a model that best fits this description. Function, size and price are all factors to consider when choosing a camping knife.

Multi-Tools

When camping, the last thing you want are heavy tools weighing you down. This is where the multi tool comes in. When camping, you will come across many situations that will require an array of tools. A multi-tool can ensure you are ready for anything and boasts a number of features including a fine edge blade, a bottle opener, a small and medium size flat driver and more.

A Water Bottle Insulator

A simple water bottle may be suitable for summer camping trips but in the winter it can be tough to keep your water from freezing. An insulator can help to keep your water in liquid form and prevent you from becoming dehydrated on your trip.

If you want to find the best winter camping gear, you can get a bunch of survival tips online. If you are unsure of the best knives and camping tools for your trip, do your research online to discover the best brands to include in your camping checklist.

Michael Vosen is an amateur freelance writer who writes on various aspects of the outdoors and camping.