Yeah, it’s a puzzle. Start with a tight panel layout on the roof—just a couple of 100‑W panels angled for the latitude, no fancy trackers if you can’t afford the hassle. Run a 12‑V or 24‑V battery bank in the cabin, keep it deep‑cycle, and wire everything to a smart charge controller; that will keep the wires short and the system efficient. Add a small 300‑W inverter so you can run a flashlight, a radio or a little laptop. Keep the wiring hidden in the roof cavity, use cable ties, and maybe a quick‑disconnect so you can unplug the whole thing if you’re hunting in the middle of winter. If you’re sentimental about old tech, strip a cracked 250‑W panel from an abandoned shed and use it as a backup—just don’t let it become a decorative ruin. The key is to keep the footprint small and the wiring minimal; then the only mess you’ll have is the trail you leave behind.