FrostLoom & Grizli
FrostLoom
You ever had to build a snow cave that can hold up when a blizzard hits?
Sure, maybe we can talk about building shelters…...?
Building a snow cave is a good start, but don't forget the windbreaks. You lean the walls against the ridge, seal the opening, and add a layer of packed snow on top. It keeps the interior a bit warmer.
Nice, but if the wind's whipping around, that snow can just slide. Better to use a ridge line to anchor the walls and maybe a small tent over the entrance. It keeps the snow from shifting. And always have a fire pit a safe distance away, so the heat stays where it belongs.
Got it. I'll keep the ridge line tight and use a tarp for extra protection. Should we swap tips on keeping a fire alive in subzero temperatures?
Grizli
Sure thing. The trick in subzero is to keep the fire fed with dry tinder first, then stack larger pieces as it starts. A good firestarter—like a battery‑lit match or a flint‑and‑steel combo—helps when you’ve got no time. Use a metal grill or a fire pit on a rock out of wind’s reach, and keep a dry tinder bundle in your pack, so you never have to hunt for kindling in a storm. And remember, a low, steady fire keeps you warm without blowing the fire around.