My Notes (Scroll down past winter activities to get packing information)
Princeton Winter Camping <- This website is loaded with great information. I do disagree with their aversion to white gas stoves, never had a problem.
Stoves in Winter - In-depth information about stoves.
https://blog.outdoorherbivore.com/random/foods-you-need-to-eat-when-it-is-cold-outside/
https://www.outwardbound.org/blog/winter-camping-recipes-and-cooking-tips/
How is winter camping like Ogres? Layers!
Use outdoor-friendly synthetic and wool fabrics. A commonly heard mantra is, "Cotton Kills " While I don't think you are going to die on one of our outings wearing cotton, you may be more uncomfortable than you otherwise would have been.
Cotton Socks -> Cold Feet
If they get wet tee shirts, hoodies, and jeans won't dry.
Layers for feet, legs, body, hands, and head are all possible and the best
base layer/wicking (Thermals, polypropylene socks, glove liner) Can often pick up inexpensive thermals at Costco for a time.
Insulation layer ( Wool/Acrylic socks. shirt, fleece) I like going to Savers for fleece, they often have a good selection for less.
Outer layer/water and windproof(Boots, snow pants, coats, gloves, etc) For quality boots at a lower cost I like Cabelas. You can get winter boots at Walmart, not as good to hike in but will do. Get boots with extra room to put on layers and socks.
Gaiters - Essential for keeping your feet dry when playing in deep snow. I have frequently seen quality Gaiters sold at Liberty Mountain outlet store.
Gloves: if there is snow playing in the snow is great fun but often leads to wet gloves. Having two pairs, one to play in and one to keep dry may be a wise decision.
Insulated pad (sleeping)
A Closed-cell foam pad is bulletproof. Expect R Values of 2 to 2.5.
Inflatable pad: Some inflatables have zero insulation. Some have good insulation. Know your pad. One of my favorite pads is made by Klymit, with an R-Value of 4.4.
I use BOTH a closed cell foam and an insulated inflatable pad which results in even better insulation (R-Value over 6), comfort, and a degree of security if the air pad goes flat. (Pad Layers)
Sleeping bag - Please consider the published ratings as survival ratings. The comfort rating is typically 10 to 15 degrees higher. Again, think about layers.
You can also get a fleece insert (Smith and Edwards - I think I might have also seen some at Walmart) that will be good for another 10 degrees
If you are car camping, bring a second bag or a blanket if your bag isn't warm enough.
Nalgene Bottle (or two) - Great to fill with boiling water, put in a heavy sock, and stick in your sleeping bag.
They also sell insulated covers for Nalgene Bottles.
Add a box of your favorite Jello, spiced cider for a hot/warm drink through the night.
Stay away from vacuum-insulated metal bottles; They are so good at insulating they don't provide heat in your sleeping bag.
Winter camping requires more gear and heavier gear than other seasons. A pulk can take the weight off your back and make it even easier to travel with all that gear. You can find pulks ready-made but there are lots of DIY directions as well.
Shugemery Video - He shows his homemade pulk. It is a shorter video because he shows what he did not how he did it.
Made from an ice fishing sled.
Poles - These are more expensive poles, but what he was using.
Midwest Backpacker Video - He shows how he built a homemade pulk.
Used just a cheep sled.
Makes his poles, also less expensive.
REI DIY Pulk Instructions - This is an inexpensive homemade build. I followed this build when making my own.
Jordan Pines Campground - Big Cottonwood Canyon - Snow Caves - Hike to Donut Falls.
801-466-6411
Camp Tracy - Close - Tubbing hill closed
Yellow Pine Campground - Kamas - Dispersed camping across the road. Need permit for large groups(75) - Cross country skiing
https://www.ksl.com/article/42385262/4-awesome-places-to-go-winter-camping-in-utah
https://www.cityweekly.net/utah/utah-winter-camping/Content?oid=2142753 This is a very informative article
Also, see Fishing Program Feature for Ice Fishing info.