winter

  1. HitchTube

    Slept outside at -30ºC Winter Hitchhiking across Canada

    -30ºC = -22F
  2. XAlbertaWarriorWomenX

    How To Survive a Freezing Winter Sleeping Outside with no money

    For personal reasons, I cant stay at the shelter house during the winter and i hate being around strangers, im considering sleeping outside in the winter, but on da cheapest fundz possible. Any suggestions and comments people?
  3. Hylyx

    Photos Riding through a winter wonderland

    Here lies the tale of my return trip from PDX to Oakland. As always, not enough pictures. ALso, feedback always appreciated. ^_^ enjoy! With baited breath, I watched a diminutive QPDRV pass by with naught a single rideable car. Closed boxes, lumber racks so full someone had to use...
  4. tobepxt

    keep yer feet warm this winter. boot mod.

    if your boots dont keep your feet warm enough this idea seems like it would work. the idea is to take one of those windshield sun shades and cut some pieces out the same size as your boot insoles. put them in the bottom of your shoes and youre done.
  5. kriminalmisfit

    trouble with depression in winter

    man I feel like I am struggling. I am wondering if anyone else has this problem in the winter. i'm not sure how much the weather can affect your mood but the depression seem to follow a schedule.. also holidays, unpleasant anniversaries etc... just a bummer in general. anyone else relate/
  6. XAlbertaWarriorWomenX

    Best places to sleep/squat during winter cold nites

    For personal reasons and because I'm tight on fundz, I refuse to stay at the shelter house and use couch surfing.com for a place to sleep during da winter cold nitez. Where are the best places to squat/sleep during winter cold nitez in the city? im open-minded to all suggestions. Thanks.
  7. Coywolf

    Anyone in Slab City right now?

    Just wondering if anyone is in the slabs right now. Never been there and Im looking at coming down to SoCal desert for a month or so to escape this terrible Oregon winter. Can you still swim in that canal, and is the hot spring still soakable? Also wondering what the Day Labor work is like in...
  8. RSTY802510

    Cabelas striker -30 degrees sleeping bag

    The pibbles sleeping bag ^^^ They're pretty decent bags for the price and cabelas is always having sales. The come in 0, -15, -30 degrees. I roll with the -30 mostly but in warmer weather I'll sleep on top of it and use a fleece blanket...
  9. xeperu

    places to hole up for the winter?

    Howdy, all. Thought I'd pick your brains a bit. Been wandering around Cali for like a month and as it gets colder I find myself looking for a place to hole up for the winter, perhaps recharge my funds somehow and relax, plan for spring. A place with good houseless community services and nice...
  10. landpirate

    Man United stars tell hotel squatters: stay for winter

    http://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/oct/18/former-manchester-united-star-occupiers-of-hotel-winter-ryan-giggs-gary-neville Man United stars Neville and Giggs tell hotel squatters: stay for winter Diane Taylor Sunday 18 October 2015 22.24 BST Manchester stock exchange building being...
  11. Daman45

    Clothes for traveling through the america sw during winter.

    I am planning to ride my bike through the american south, southwest, and pacific coast during winter. Any ideas on the clothes that won't over stuff a 45 liter backpack?
  12. janktoaster

    Tips for winter squatting?

    Seems like I may be squatting in the wilds of Massachusetts this winter. The house is in good condition, but I've lived through Massachusetts winters and now how cruel they can be. I've also never squatted a place long term, or really even more than a night... So, any hints, tricks, or tips? I...
  13. kecleon

    what i learnt camping this winter

    For 3 months this winter I camped deep in a forest and it was probably the most fun I ever had, so heres the story. I went to stay with a friend who was squatting a house nearby one of the coolest national parks in southern france. We decided we wanted to explore the forest and set up a base...
  14. hahahaimnoone

    Waiting on winter

    Hey y'all... been enjoying the site so here's me joining. Ran away from my home bound life in a moment of crisis last June... Just handed over my keys and walked away, with nothing and no plan, no research, no experience. First person I met on the streets was a trainrider ... He started...
  15. XAlbertaWarriorWomenX

    How to keep warm in winter with cardboard boxes as a shelter?

    Hi there! I'm thinking of squatting in the back of this apartment building, its kinda like a backporch, but has has cement floors and there is some cold air that does come in, so was thinking of getting some big furniture boxes to lay in, 2 regualr sleeping bags ( geared to like -30 winter)...
  16. XAlbertaWarriorWomenX

    Good Winter Tents

    I'm thinking of doing some winter camping outside, just wondering what kinda tent I should use, ( like a specific brand, type). Also gonna be doing some squatting and if super cold, possibily stay at a shelter house. Looking for something affordable or to make do with untill I find or save up...
  17. A

    Winter Camp

    It is completed, or set up at least. I'll see how it holds up, it's supposed to rain the next couple of days. I've also established a fire pit for cooking and found an old dishwasher off the tracks and I hollowed it out to become a stove. It is an ideal spot in relation to water sources (ponds...
  18. Matt Derrick

    These cozy cacoons are perfect for winter hibernation

    These cozy cacoons are perfect for winter hibernation https://roadtrippers.com/blog/these-cozy-cacoons-are-perfect-for-winter-hibernation Anna Hider 14 November, 2014 Well I just found the new number one item on my Christmas list: the Cacoon, a cozy tent/hammock hybrid that was inspired by...
  19. hitchhikerben

    Winter Boots…advice/suggestions? experience?

    So I'm looking to buy some nice winter boots that can withstand winters in the dakotas and stuff, while still holding up under wet winter conditions common around the northeastern US. Obviously walking a ton is a must. Anyone have any suggestions? I've had my eye on some keens, some rocky...
  20. xRENx

    Grounded in Resistance Winter Speaking Tour: Grassroots Mobilizing for Animal Liberation [Deleted]

    xRENx submitted a new event: Grounded in Resistance Winter Speaking Tour: Grassroots Mobilizing for Animal Liberation - EarthFirst! Click here to read more about this event, and don't forget to RSVP by clicking the button at the top right of this thread!
  21. xRENx

    What are some good novels to read this winter?

    Right now i'm reading Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance and over the summer i read a lot of Edward Abbey books, working on getting a copy of Good News by him. Also I'm pretty into Cormac McCarthy I read Suttre over the summer and it has to be one of my favorite books. Most of the beat...
  22. DeVonte Evans

    Packing for winter

    What do you guys take with you for winter? How does it compare to what you take any other time of year? I'm currently in southeast Georgia, and I want to go west along the southern states all the way to California. I'll be walking/hitching most of the way, but I want to train hop at some point.
  23. shuey

    Traveling during the winter

    I'm wondering how traveling during the winter in the us is. I've only ever hitched during the spring/summer. Any advice or stories would be helpful.
  24. D

    What gear should I bring for winter?

    I'm somewhat new so I've never gone out in the winter. I usually have a medium rucksack on my back but I'm gonna get a large alice pack so I can fit a bigger sleeping bag and whatever else to make me more comfortable this winter. I'm not sure what I could bring to make me warmer though. I have...
  25. Matt Derrick

    Winter Riding Zine

    Matt Derrick submitted a new file to the downloads area: Winter Riding Zine - How-To Bicycle In The Winter! Click here to learn more about this file...
  26. Ash Ludd

    Going to France & Spain because Winter is poo.

    I hate winter and this shitty English weather. Me and a couple mates are gonna hitch through France to Barcelona and then probably head to southern Spain after that. Anyone know any cool places for dirty broke punx to go check out? we're taking our instruments with us to busk. We play folk...
  27. benjysirois

    Winter essentials & Snowshoes

    Hey everyone! So, as many 0f us have experienced, there was a nice snowfall today! Instead of getting bummed about travelling season for me ending over the winter months, I've spent the day being dreamy and imagining some three day winter ventures. I'm working now, so nothing too long ya know...
  28. bunnyall

    going to be in east tennessee for the winter

    So I'm going to be in the northeast Tennessee, north Carolina and west Virginia areas all through the winter. I'm not very familiar with these areas. Looking for places to go, things to do and possibly places to stay. Jessie
  29. R

    Preparing for Winter in Alaska :: Rose Hips :: Dried Seaweed

    So stoked. The first frost in Alaska means it's time to start harvesting the rose hips. Yesterday, my friend handed me a jar and told me to smell the contents. It smelled so good. "Rose hips," he told me. Then, my flatmate did the same thing to me today. I knew I had to start gathering some...
  30. birdsonthebat

    last winter in TN

    I hope. I'm in Johnson city TN. Staying till spring then off to Saipan where I plan to escape from reality. Shooting for Plato's cave. This is the longest I've been anywhere in 8 years and I really needed some down time. I'm soooo ready to get back to the dead end of the road tho I'll prolly...
  31. scummy1990

    nola in winter

    whats it like during winter ive been there a bunch of times but not during winter does it get freezing cold? im thinking of spending winter there or should i just stay in warm ass florida
  32. jeffyDee

    being homeless in a toronto winter

    im a little further north i dont own a sleeping bag or even a winter coat so what all should i prepare for before i dip out of where im at
  33. wizehop

    The Winter Fox - trip report / short story

    Prologue It’s funny that just a week ago I was thinking to myself how laid back train hopping has become for me. Don't get me wrong, I still get all the joy in the world from it; but the days of heart stopping close calls, getting stuck in the middle of nowhere, and everything that came with...
  34. fernfern

    winter traveler

    i'm from maine originally, traveling around california and the southwest this winter. looking for meetups, advice on stealth camping and gear. mostly gonna be on bike with a little hitch hiking/ride share. spend most of my time drawing, reading, running, biking, trying to travel and meet...
  35. Sam and Laura

    Anyone kicking around Europe this winter?

    Broke up with my girl, so I'm bailing and hitching down to Spain next week, get out of this fucking cold.... Anyone stomping around the Med?
  36. ipoPua

    homeless winter in nyc?

    my plan for ages has been to go west for this winter but circumstances are making me seriously reconsider. this girl i really care about is super sick and i dont want to be so far away from her. i'm desperate to see the west but i've never spent any real time in nyc and i'd be happy enough...
  37. freeranger

    tips for heading north in the winter

    im just in the wishing stage, but im looking at heading north this Fall/Winter. crazy i know. but after i hit up the occupy folks in nyc, any suggestions on my trek through VT, CT, ME, maybe even NH and Quebec?
  38. T

    Anyone in Boston for the winter?

    Hi everyone! I'm curious to know if there are any squats in the Boston area. I'm leaving in a couple days from Arizona. I haven't been to Boston in years, and I'm looking to go up there and meet up with some new friendly faces. Anything helps!
  39. railroadron

    winter riders

    How many of you real train riders ride all winter long? How many of you love desolate and miserably cold places? Whats your favorite season to ride and why?
  40. drinkwindexx

    Clothing for a winter in the south

    Hey guys and gals, I'm going to be bumming around the states for the first time starting in September. My general idea is to start making my way south from upstate New York before the cold starts setting in. I'll probably be spending most of my time around and inbetween places like Louisianna...
  41. zephyr23

    Photos My Trip to chiapas mexico winter 2012

    So the most recent trip i went on was to chiapas mexico with my girlfriend and we travel around for just about two weeks. Here some photos from the trip.
  42. lalalazoe

    Earth First! Winter Moot 2012 from Feb 24-26th in Lanark, Scotland YES

    3 days of workshops, skillshares, discussions.... yum yum yum. heres the website: http://earthfirstgathering.org.uk/2012moot/ anyone here thinking of checking it out? I'll be in Southwest Ireland.... would love to find someone in the area looking to head up there!
  43. TheUndeadPhoenix

    NYC in the Winter

    So I'm headed to NYC for a month. I was there a year and a half ago in June and it was hot as hell. Now its winter and I know its gonna be really cold. Does anybody know any good overhangs, punk houses or squats I can crash at? I just need somewhere to get out of the snow, I have a -20 bag. I...
  44. Traveler

    Winter Squatting

    Does anyone have any experience with this?
  45. jake4569

    favorite place to go in the winter?

    So what's your favorite warmish place to go during the winter season? Is it your favorite place for the warm weather or just a Combonation of decent weather and friendly people?
  46. acrata4ever

    eliott key for winter

    they allow free outback camping , but you have to apply for a permit, you need a boat to take you to a from the island. the way i see it on sattelite its full of islands and sandbars, and the longest stretch of open water is only 2 miles. maybe a homemade kayak? in winter the no seeums and...
  47. Xavierr

    Gear for riding in the winter?

    Yeah, I'm pretty much new to the rails so have only been going through it in hot to cool weather. I know things will get colddd as fuck seeing as I was shivering my ass off when I lost my hoodie passin thru idaho in august. Still see no reason to stop and settle south for the winter (say this...
  48. RIN

    Winter to Summer 2011

    Left coast is the best coast... down the coast and up through the desert :) My lady dog Molly got bit by a rattle snake in Parker, AZ.. stayed about a month and helped raise a litter of puppys.. me and the boyfriend couldn't help but keep one each :)
  49. Contraceptron

    how to travel in winter in the US

    Thinking about traveling this winter along the southern states via hitch hiking, craigslist rides, buses, etc... just wondering if anyone here could offer some advice regarding accommodations, safety precautions (ie avoiding illness), finding places to camp out, and what to expect. Just general...
  50. viking

    Winter in Canada

    Is there a better place to go in the winter other than Victoria? So much rain. And every else is frozen tundra. Ideally I'd head south but not sure I'd get over the border without a car or job.