Frosta & Gravel
You always seem to have a way to keep your pack warm in the coldest stretches. What’s your trick, Gravel?
Sure thing, it’s all about keeping the heat trapped and the wind out. I line the back of my pack with a thin blanket or old t‑shirt, pack the bulk of my gear in the middle so it stays close to my body, and I keep the pack snug so the wind can’t get in. When the sun’s gone I’ll sit next to a small fire, pull the pack out, and let it soak up a bit of that warmth for the night. Simple, no fuss.
Sounds solid. Just remember to keep a few dry rations close by in case the fire goes out. That way you won’t have to thaw anything in the dark.
Right on. I keep a handful of jerky and a couple of hard biscuits tucked under the blanket section, just in case the flame dies. No one likes a belly that’s still cold when the night’s set.