I really have to grin....Some of us actually enjoy snow, ice, and cold ("brisk") weather - climbing, hiking, caving, or whatever. Occasionally circumstances have put me outdoors in truly horrible weather, when most people are inside. In that situation, really suitable equipment is good to have, and I will gladly bear the weight.

I have been a firearms user since early childhood, trained by my father, the US military, and law enforcement. I still occasionally shoot, but over time my preferences have shifted. My experience is that firearms are rarely necessary in the woods. Basic survival and first aid skills are far more important and come into play far more often.

Your gear is close to what many carry as a basic survival rig, something to deal with the unanticipated night out, but not really the best for long term use over the long term