Originally Posted By: PackRat
You mention a folding shovel. Would this be an aluminum avalanche type shovel of one of the folding military styles.

You will want one of the aluminum shovels to move snow.

The folding shovel in my kit now is a basic metal camping folding shovel. It isn't the best but it better then using my hands. I also consider it a little heavy. I am interested in replacing it would something more suited for snow. Recommendations welcomed!