This post is mostly due to our last attempt at cold weather camping. It was fun, but theres a few things I would probably do different next time. The first time I went a few years ago was a complete disaster so I would consider this one a great success in comparison. The first one I think I would say we were a bit ambitious, and completely unprepared. We went out in 5 degree weather with nothing but a couple of Walmart sleeping bags, cheap bivy tents and a 12 pack of beer. What we learned is do not assume fire will be enough. That night ended in huddling around the fire and not sleeping a bit. It was decided that this time would be a best case scenario end of the world. 
Pictured above is our campsite, obviously its a lot more than you could ever carry on your back. Also, I must admit we were lazy and brought all our wood. I figured the last time was such a nightmare, I wasn't taking any chances. So what we wanted to try was lean-to construction, nothing Bear Grylles would write home about, but I think we did fine. Next time I will definitely build them smaller. Mine was ok being that I had no air space at the back, but my friend Ryan had a hell of a draft all night. Im thinking a space blanket hung at the back would've helped.
