Originally Posted by
JohnG10
Assuming your base layer is silk weight (it should be), then for a mid Feb start:
I'd add 1 top + bottoms heavy weight base layer OR a 100wt fleece 1/2 zip (depending on if your legs get cold - especially when sleeping).
Swap the short thin socks for a 2nd pair of warm hiking socks (winters include lots of "wet" on the east coast).
Add 1 pair of super thick loose socks for sleeping.
Swap the frog toggs for a more durable rain jacket --- with a hood. LLBean makes some that are cheap and light. The rain jacket and pants get used a LOT in camp to keep you warm. Frog toggs aren't durable enough. The pants can just be nylon wind pants.
Swap the mittens for a pair of liner gloves. Put your hands in your jacket pockets while sitting in camp. Hiking, they'll be warm. If it's super cold, use the extra pair of socks as mittens.
Drop the zip offs and poncho. Hike in shorts + base layer(s) mostly, and add the wind pants when it's extra cold.