Winter high-altitude environments hold both beauty and peril. Gear selection here transcends mere comfort—it becomes a matter of survival. This checklist focuses on warmth, traction, navigation, and emergency preparedness, paving your safe return home. I. Thermal System: Combating Hypothermia Layering System: Base Layer: Merino wool long-sleeved base layer (top and bottoms). Avoid cotton entirely. Mid …
