thank you guys,Being from here in northeren Michigan I know about cold weather but,being out in the stuff 24 hrs is something that I know <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> shouldn't be fooled with.Have been reading through the blog to glean as much of your expertice as i can get.I'm sure I will have questions that you folks can answer and put me on the right track.This winter camping is something I have yearned to do for a long time but,while working never had the time to do so.Thought planning a good while in advance will help me get all the ducks in a row,I will be specific in any questions in the future.thanks again,Jeff