Snow finally melting

[Charlie Horse]

I use Wiggy's sleeping bags exclusively. Their unique silicone coated fluff and breathable material is meant to force water out if it gets wet. And normal bags do tend to get wet just by your breath in cold weather, ending up pounds heavier from moisture over a week of use. They're light, machine washable and not damaged by long-term compression (Alaska bush pilots have them vacuum packed under their seats). They're a survival item since if a goat does dunk one in a river, they're still usable if totally wet unlike anything else. Plus they're not crazy expensive.

Also zip-lock makes gigantic zip-lock bags. Another option is these 'dry bags' that are made to keep hiking gear dry in a backpack. They have a way of folding-up and twisting the opening. They're a tad expensive but probably a good idea.