Things You'll Need:
- Waterproof Matches
- Gloves
- Gloves
- Long Underwear
- Parkas
- Thermal Underwear
- Warm Jackets
- Wool Hats
- Wool Or Fleece Socks
- Wool Sweaters
- Gloves
- Fire Logs
- Camp Chairs
- Camping Mugs
- Camping Stoves
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Step 1
Thumb through a couple of reputable outdoor magazines for equipment reviews and articles about equipment purchases to find out the most recommended models and manufacturers of outerwear. If there is a particular product that interests you and you can't find a review, call the manufacturer and ask if the product has been reviewed in an outdoor magazine.
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Step 2
Look for simplicity: The more features a jacket has, the heavier it will be, and the more likely that things will malfunction or tear.
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Step 3
Look for sleeves that are long enough to pull over your hands if the wind becomes nippy, with Velcro cuffs to adjust for a better fit with or without gloves.
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Step 4
Look for a jacket with an adjustable hood that's roomy enough to fit over a wool cap.
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Step 5
Make sure the jacket fits comfortably and loosely to allow for ventilation and layering underneath.
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Step 6
Look for a jacket with some insulation. Down is the warmest, lightest and most expensive insulator, but loses all insulating properties when wet; synthetic fibers are usually hypoallergenic, dry quickly and will insulate when wet, and are less expensive.
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Step 7
Check the zippers and Velcro closures to make certain they close securely and are covered with flaps to protect from the wind.
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Step 8
Consider a jacket with zippers in the arm pits - called "pit vents" - to allow for ventilation. If you sweat too much inside your jacket, you will get cold quickly.
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Step 9
Buy a reputable brand from a reputable outdoor company, and make sure there is a return policy and warranty in case you have a problem.
