Originally Posted By: widget
I would recommend a test trip in a more wind free location before committing to the open lake scenario. Test your tent, sleeping pad & Bag and get a feel for what cold weather camping is like. Just a thought.


That's exactly what this is widget. A test run in the back yard before I have to do the real thing.

I've recently discovered the Blizzard Bags and I'm tempted to order one...would be the perfect scenario for one...especially if I never truly figure out how to anchor stuff to ice.