Camping. Outdoor activities, winter picnic
Just finished school the winter vacation, and students are already on the threshold!
And so many winter holidays - Maslenitsa, Valentine's Day, February 23 ...
Why not celebrate them in nature, because winter is not a reason to stay at home!
Winter picnic is much more interesting and I would even say fascinating,
interesting and extraordinary activity fresh air,
bringing great benefit to man, and the damage to nature will be caused to a lesser extent,
if only due to the fact that a fire in the forest can be avoided, in contrast to the hot season.
A winter picnic has its own special charm: it is “warm and damp” in the city, and clean, quiet and calm in the forest.
Choosing a place for a picnic
A place for a picnic must be chosen in advance.
Take into account the preferences in outdoor recreation of your friends and relatives.
Who loves what?
A picnic area can serve as a remote area,
where you will go by car, or an area located near your home.
Maybe there will be a river nearby or it will be a clearing in the forest. There are a huge number of options!
What to take with you on a picnic and how to prepare?
Usually, picnic dishes are prepared in advance at home, put in a thermal bag and taken to nature.
It follows from this that it is best to take on a picnic something that will not spill on the road.
and will not turn into a puree, smearing all other products.
Salads (and warm potato salad gets in winter forest special taste!
should be placed in containers or jars with sealed lids, drinks - in thermoses.
Pies and cookies - in cardboard boxes.
To maintain energy balance in cold weather, there is nothing better than
than spicy beans and a couple of pieces of bacon on brown bread.
Barbecue in winter is tastier at a picnic a hundred times!
You just need to take a barbecue, coal with you, so as not to bother with firewood.
If you have a compact grill, then you are provided with not only warm, but also real hot food.
And if not, then fry sausages in bacon strung on rosemary sprigs over a fire.
You ask, how can you spend the night in the forest, and even on the snow?
Good question. If you have a roomy car (preferably two),
then there won't be much of a problem.
And, of course, tents will help you.
A place to spend the night in a tent must be prepared, and it is more reasonable to do this in such a way
so that during the day, when you are still awake, kindle a big good fire so that the snow melts,
the fire warmed the ground where your tent will be located.
And in the evening, when you already want to take a nap, the place for the tent is already ready,
it remains only to grab sleeping bags inside the shelter, along with any other warm clothes,
all cracks must be closed, if possible, so that there is no draft.
If desired, you can light another fire at night to scare away wild animals,
which can disturb you sweet dream in nature. But what sleep on an empty stomach?!
By the way, about children.
A picnic with children is somewhat different from a picnic in the company of only adult children.
The favorite winter entertainment for kids is sledding.
But you can try to teach your baby sports games like skiing.
It is very exciting to build different buildings from snow, to sculpt various figures.
Competitions are very useful for corporate parties, as they contribute to team cohesion.
For those who are not particularly fond of outdoor activities, there are also activities for boredom: games of chess and checkers,
solving crossword puzzles, charades, riddles.
Come up with all sorts of fun contests.
Pay attention to picnic clothing. Clothing should be warm but not bulky. Special attention it is worth giving shoes: warm, comfortable and waterproof - what you need. For children, it is advisable to take a change of clothes and upholstery, because. playing in the snow they will definitely get wet. And most importantly, remember: it is always warmer in the city than in nature!
Take a camera, camcorder with you, after checking that the battery is fully charged. There will be something to remember on winter evenings, looking at photos or watching videos. A tape recorder (radio) will also be useful at a picnic.
It is better to use disposable tableware for a picnic. Plastic items do not break and are easily disposed of after use.
Remember safety
Fun is fun, but no one has canceled the safety rules.
Therefore, it is worth taking care of their observance. Don't forget to take a first aid kit with you.
in case someone suddenly becomes ill or injured.
Put everything you need in the first aid kit: iodine, bandage, band-aid, brilliant green, hydrogen peroxide,
repellent for biting insects like mosquitoes.
At the end of the picnic, do not forget to put out the fire and collect all the garbage with you.
Comparison of winter and summer picnic
1 In summer I want winter: snowdrifts and frosts
2 Hot summer heat, smoke is not very healthy
3 If it gets cold, you can dress warmly
4 No matter how you undress, it's still hot
5 In the summer you get sunburned
6 Impossible to cool down by eating ice cream
7 Nowhere to put things, there are practically no pockets
8 Mosquitoes and midges bite
9 Summer vacation- financial shock for the family 
1 In winter, I want summer: greenery and warmth
2 Clear winter weather and clean air are useful
3 If it gets cold, you need to dress "like a cabbage"
4 To keep warm, you can dress “like cabbage”
5 In winter, you turn blue from the cold
6 You can easily warm up with alcohol
7 The number of pockets is practically unlimited
8 "Bite" frost
9 winter vacation- much cheaper than summer 
Enjoy your outdoor recreation and do not drink too much!
8 the best places where you can go on vacation in winter in Russia. Ski resorts, excursion trips, outdoor recreation and other options ideal for holidays in December, January and February.
Prices. Tours from Moscow to Krasnaya Polyana in the winter of 2018-2019 cost from 20 thousand rubles for two (7 nights). Air tickets from Moscow to Sochi and back cost from 3000 rubles. Hotels - from 2500 rubles for a double room. Compilation
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Veliky Ustyug
Veliky Ustyug - that's where you should go with children in the winter of 2018-2019 in Russia! At the end of December and beginning of January there are New Year's programs- you can visit Santa Claus in his country residence, it's half an hour drive from the city by bus or car. Tourists on vacation visit merchant mansions, ancient temples and fairs where they buy souvenirs.
Prices. Double accommodation in a hotel costs from 2000 rubles per day. In winter there are tourist trains from Moscow, Vologda, St. Petersburg and some other cities. You can fly to Cherepovets, from there every Tuesday and Thursday flights to Ustyug. You can take a train to Vologda, then go by bus for 9 hours.
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Karelia
Where to relax in the winter of 2018-2019 in Russia if you want excursions and entertainment? In December, January and February, Karelia is popular with tourists. Go to Petrozavodsk: in winter you can walk along the embankment, visit museums, temples and old quarter, go on an excursion to the island of Kizhi. Fans of outdoor activities to the mini-ski resort "Gorka", where there are two slopes with ski lifts and a skating rink.
For recreation, you can choose other cities and towns of the republic or settle outside the city - at a recreation center. There are many entertainments: fishing, sledding, sledding, snowmobiles and so on.
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Inexpensive to relax in the winter of 2018-2019 in Russia is real - fly to the Crimea. Winter Yalta will surprise you with completely non-winter weather, an almost deserted embankment and low prices. Wine, long walks and leisurely excursions to palaces and museums are the main attractions in winter. Climb Ai-Petri, visit Botanical Garden in Nikita or take an excursion to Sevastopol, Alushta, Sudak and others interesting places Crimea.
Prices. Tours to the Crimea from Moscow for 7 nights cost from 30 thousand rubles for two. Air tickets from Moscow to Simferopol and back - from 4400 rubles. You can get to Yalta and other resorts by taxi, bus, minibus. A room in a 3 * hotel - from 2000 rubles per day. Even cheaper in winter.
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Caucasian Mineral Waters
A great place where a winter vacation in Russia will be not only pleasant, but also useful! Drink healing mineral water, walk along ecological paths, go on excursions. Clean mountain air, especially fresh in winter, silence and light physical activity will allow you to have a good rest and relax.
Prices. Flights to Mineral water from Moscow cost from 4000 rubles. Tours to Kislovodsk for two in December 2018 cost from 30 thousand rubles (departure from Moscow). The cost of living in a sanatorium or spa hotel is from 2000 rubles per day, but there are also more budget hotels.
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Kaliningrad is a non-trivial option where you can go in the winter of 2018-2019 in Russia. There is romance in it: the island of Kant with Cathedral, Fish village, military bastions, German villas and ancient castles around. Explore the city on your own, and to see the surroundings, take a tour. True, in December, January and February the weather is very changeable, and almost always overcast.
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Lake Seliger
Feel all the power and charm of a real Russian winter on one of tourist bases Lake Seliger: fluffy snow and clean air, saturated with the needles of the surrounding green pines, neat houses made of natural wood. Tourists go sledding, skiing and snowmobiling, go on an excursion to the Nilova Pustosh or the city of Ostashkov, go ice fishing. Seliger - perfect place where you can visit in winter family holiday with children, and a cheerful company.
Prices. The average price of renting a house for 4-6 people is 12,000 rubles per day (without meals). The best way to get from Moscow is by car. You can also take a train to Ostashkov, and get to your destination by minibus or bus.
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gold ring of Russia
Traveling to the ancient cities of Russia in January or February, when the majestic ancient Russian buildings are beautifully powdered with snow, is a great idea. Less tourists is a definite plus. You can travel all the cities in a week, or you can go to one and see all the sights slowly.
Many people are looking forward to the winter holidays to finally take a break from work by arranging outdoor recreation. Cold weather and snow everywhere does not affect the attractiveness at all, and on the contrary, such conditions create an excellent atmosphere for a fun and interesting pastime.
Or maybe stay at home and have a romantic dinner with your loved one, create a New Year's Eve. In winter, just like in summer, fishing is very popular. To really organize comfortable rest need to be prepared.
Going on a fishing trip in winter, you definitely need to take a special tent. It must be made with the expectation of the conditions where it will be used. A suitable design has been chosen, special materials have been selected - all this will not allow you to freeze. You will spend your winter holidays in nature with maximum convenience and comfort.
However, fishing is only one of the options for winter outdoor recreation. For example, you can spend your time in a completely different way, for example, going to national park. The environment will open up a wide range of exciting excursions and entertainment. You can have fun skiing, sleighing, see firsthand the beauty of ice-covered ponds and snow-covered forests.
What's more, you can organize an evening picnic with warming drinks and enjoy a pleasant time together with friends or family by launching some fireworks into the night sky. There is another excellent option - an active holiday high in the mountains. It will be especially remembered for its saturation and impressions if you get out right with your friends.
You will enjoy the bright winter sun and clean mountain air, you will enjoy extraordinary landscapes. If you like thrills, then it makes sense to test yourself in extreme sports sports. Resort areas offer a huge variety of excursions that you will like.
In our country, every year interest in winter holidays is growing rapidly. This approach allows the team to unite and establish a friendly atmosphere. Every employee will love this experience. Some will be able to have fun in a warm environment, while others will go sledding or skiing, play paintball, etc.
For example, you can rent snowmobiles and have an active holiday with colleagues. Another option for outdoor recreation in winter is hunting. Beautiful nature, crisp snow and big interest will give you the most unforgettable emotions.
Experts recommend hunting at a temperature of minus 2-15 degrees. If it is colder outside, then it is better to reschedule it for another time. In general, if desired, everyone can find activities to their liking during the winter holidays.
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Camping in winter
Many of us look forward to winter in order to enjoy outdoor recreation. Despite the fact that it is cold in winter, snow is everywhere - this does not affect the attractiveness of this or that type of recreation, and, on the contrary, such conditions create an excellent atmosphere for an interesting and fun pastime.
In winter, as in summer, fishing is very popular. Naturally, in order for the rest to be comfortable, it is necessary to prepare in advance. When you go fishing, you need to take a tent with you. Special tents designed for use in the winter are made with the expectation of the conditions in which they will be used. That is, special materials are selected, a suitable design is selected, etc. These tents will allow you to fish with maximum comfort and convenience.
But fishing in winter is just one of the options for outdoor recreation in winter. You can also spend your time in other ways, such as going to a national park. Here you will find a wide range of entertainment and excursions. You can go sledding, skiing, see the beauty of snow-covered forests and ice-covered ponds with your own eyes. In addition, you can have a picnic, drink hot tea and enjoy a pleasant pastime with family or friends.
Another great option for outdoor recreation in winter is outdoor activities in the mountains. Here you can have fun while enjoying skiing and sledding. splendid nature ski resorts you will remember for the rest of your life. You will see landscapes of extraordinary beauty, enjoy the clean mountain air and the bright winter sun. If you are a lover thrill then you can try extreme winter views sports. A large number of excursions offered by the resort areas will allow you to fully appreciate the beauty of the mountainous regions.
Every year in our country there is a growing interest in corporate winter holidays. This approach allows the team to become more united, friendly and have a pleasant vacation or weekend. Going to corporate holiday during the winter period, you can be sure that each employee will find something to their liking, because resort area you can spend your time in different ways. Someone may be in a warm environment, talking with colleagues, and someone will prefer to go skiing or, for example, play paintball. For more vivid emotions, you can rent snowmobiles and ride with colleagues. Another interesting and exciting activity during outdoor recreation is cooking. You can fry meat, and all modern tools for cooking in nature will greatly facilitate the whole process. So, for example, an electric spit will allow you not only to save valuable time, but also to evenly fry meat or poultry.
If you are interested in sports on ice, then in this case in our country there are a large number of suggestions for such a holiday. Figure skating, hockey and other outdoor activities will allow you to have a good time. In addition, in our country, such a sport as ice yachting is becoming more and more popular, which, for sure, you will like.
Another option for winter recreation is hunting. Crispy snow, beautiful nature and great interest will give you unforgettable emotions. According to the recommendations of experts, it is best to hunt at a temperature of 2-15 degrees below zero. If the temperature is lower, then it is better to choose a different time. Hunting for hare, black grouse and other animals is very popular in Russia.
A picnic in the winter in nature may seem like a strange undertaking to many. It seems that the cold and snow are not conducive to outdoor gatherings. However, this is absolutely not the case. A winter picnic is a great option for relaxing with friends and family in the scenery of a snowy forest. And if it is often not very pleasant to walk in the city because of slush, dirt and reagents, then outside the city it will definitely be much drier and more snow.
Gathering for a picnic in the winter is not so difficult as it might seem at first glance. With the right planning, the cold season can be just as fun in nature as it is in the summer. And we will help you competently prepare everything for this.
When planning a winter picnic, it is important to understand that the weather can be completely different - there is always a chance that it will change from a sunny day to a heavy snowfall, or even rain. Therefore, it is important to prepare for worst weather and then you will definitely spend time in comfort.
Comfortable backpack, not a picnic basket
Winter is not the time for an elegant wicker basket, it is very easy to penetrate cold air. Try to pack things and food in or bag.
Food can be additionally put in a thermal bag, in summer it does not allow food and water to heat up, and to cool down in winter.
Picnic furniture
If you are not going to a place where everything is equipped with benches and picnic tables, you just need to bring furniture with you. This is incredibly true for winter period when the ground is cold and most likely also wet. To spend time in comfort, take with you, for example, special ones. They have excellent insulation from the cold coming from the ground. It can also be a great option - chairs and a table. This is a very good option if you are going to a picnic by car. If you are planning to travel to public transport, riding with a self-inflating mat will be much easier.
What food to take for a picnic?
In winter, a fire is a must! This is one of the main components of a winter picnic. And if you are going to a place where there are no places specially equipped for it, be sure to take a portable barbecue with you or. So you can sit around a warm fire and cook a hot meal. Be sure to bring matches and lighter fluid.
On winter nature do not take standard picnic foods with you - cold sandwiches and chilled drinks. Best of all - hot dishes that will warm you from the inside. Remember, winter picnic time is not for vegetable salad, but for hot food that can be cooked on the grill, and which, at the same time, does not require complex assembly on site. 
Very good option will cook in advance at home with some soup, as well as hot mulled wine, coffee, cocoa or tea. Pour drinks into, they will slow down the cooling of the liquid.
Since we have touched on the topic of drinks, let's say a few words about alcohol. Prosecco and beer are rather meant for warm sunny days, in winter it is better to take with you wine or a flask of whiskey, a thermos with hot alcoholic mulled wine or grog. 
From food other than soup, you can still cook beef stew or a warm sandwich at home, and then wrap them in aluminum foil and a thermal bag to keep them warm.
Most interesting option, of course - to cook food already at the picnic. You can fry meat on the grill, kebabs on the grill, or a hot hamburger. It is also good to use for cooking soup, both on the fire and on
Dress warmly
To relax on a winter picnic, you need to dress as warmly as possible, even much warmer than you think when you are going to a picnic at home. Gloves, jackets, winter hats, scarves, woolen sweaters and socks, winter shoes are all essential. It is also good to wear thermal clothing. It does not hurt to take a blanket or a blanket with you, you can wrap yourself in them.
Dressing warmly is a great guarantee that you won't have to think about how to keep warm instead of focusing on relaxing and eating delicious food. 
Very a good thing- chemical heating pad. These are small bags with crumbly contents - metal powder. As soon as the bag reacts with air, it begins to heat up. They are very easy to use - they pulled it out of the package, shook it, and it began to warm up. Usually these heaters last for several hours. They can be put under the foot in shoes, in gloves or jacket pockets, in the back pockets of trousers, etc.
Important information for girls! A winter picnic is the time when you need to dress as warm as possible, not prettier!
What else is important to take with you?
It is very important to take a first aid kit with you. Of course, with a high probability, if you dress warmly and take care of hot food, your vacation will pass Great. However, it is better to be prepared for everything. It is generally good to take a first aid kit with you on any trip, and especially on nature. 
In the first aid kit you can put:
Antiseptics: iodine, brilliant green, chlorhexidine, etc.
Bandages and adhesive plasters.
Analgesics: citramon, aspirin, paracetamol, etc.
Antispasmodic drugs: drotaverine (No-shpa)
Ammonia
Adsorbents: activated carbon, enterosgel, etc. 
Since it gets dark quickly in winter, it's good to take it with you. Very comfortable, in this case, the hands remain free, and this is incredibly convenient.
Also on a picnic you will probably need
