My husband and I are first time through hikers and leaving June 4th. I would like to know what female hikers wear when sleeping. Do you wear anything special or just your hiking clothes? Thanks.

Depending on the season...I use a silk liner and wear whatever the season dictates, long johns, tights, fleece, or just a t-shirt and shorts. I usually keep a layer in the sleeping bag if I need to add one during the night. I stay warm as my hubby and I have a 45 degree quilt we use over top of us.

From March to end of April last year, I wore longjohns. In June I used a pair of shorts and tshirt. I use a clean pair (not the ones I hike in) so I am comfortable around camp.

I'm going to try the Terramar silk top and bottoms for colder weather. I also have a pair of very lightweight microfleece I got a major dept store last year cheap that I've used for over thirty degrees. (here the store is Belk but it's like a Filene's, etc). I sleep cold anyway.

Lightweight capaline patagonia leggings and long sleeve top in spring and fall. Fresh capilene Tee and boxers in summer, and mid-heavy weight capilene tops and bottoms in winter. I also like a fresh pair of wool socks for the 3 cooler seasons.

Wear whatever you are comfortable in, just make sure it isn't cotton.