Brumation ins and outs

I'm not for certain until I get a weight for my male, but I might try breeding my pair next year. What I need to know about is brumation.

1. I know what it is and the concept behind it, but how is it actually done?

2. What are the temps and time frame for cooling them down?

3. Also, how exactly are the temperatures reduced? I mean, if the ambient temp in my house is around 78-80, how do I reach temps in the 50-60's?

4. What should be provided during this period (water, food, hides, substrate, light, etc)?

5. Should both the male and female go through brumation, or is it more for the female?

6. Also, what are some of the dangers and problems encountered during brumation, and what sort of things should I be on the lookout for?

I have done quite a bit of reading, but nowhere have I read a "cookbook" version that addresses all these concerns.

Thanks so much for any and all help!