Salut frankspinz!

In my original post, I was only talking about my survival kit. Whenever I go snowshoeing, I bring my superb Osprey Switch 40+5 backpack. Built-in is a 100 oz hydration pouch that I fill up with water. I am also well geared up in regards to clothes, boots, toque, headlamp, etc. I always bring a small mat to sit down, spare mittens and toque, etc. I think I would do pretty good in the situation you describe. <img src="/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

This week-end, I bought a nice 16 oz insulated bottle. I didn't want something bulky with handles, etc... so I chose this Thermocafe brand (Thermos) bullet style bottle. From now on i'll be filling this up with some hot chocolate or chicken broth for even more comfort. <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />