Quadruple Backup Heat Sources

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I haven't tried this but we have all the stuff so you can bet if I'm out of propane and have no electricity I will be trying this. 

(I borrowed this photo from a sustainable living forum I follow)

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Mr Heater Big Buddy Model MH18B propane heater with quick snap adapter for 20 lbs propane tank. Features low oxygen shut off and tip sensor. Has pilot light. 18,000 BTU

Two electric space heaters with rheostats and oscillating base. We have to run these on low or they trip our 30 amp bus.

Electric blankets. I know. I hate it but until we got them we suffered greatly when it got cold - to the point of almost forcing us out of the pilgrimage. With both of us being ill we decided we didn't need that kind of stress. And - they are awesome. We got 2 twins at Walmart just before the cold snap so they were cheaper. In houses I struggle with RF radiation from electrical lines. I'm not noticing a reaction with the electric blanket but I will be monitoring that. 

I've heard of people using heated mattress pads too. They were more expensive than the blankets.

We also have a low heater on our roof air conditioner but we don't use it because all the heat gets lost before it gets to the beds. 

When it is cold we sleep with jackets and hats on and warm Jammie's. 

We have found that fleece blankets make the best sheets because they repel water/condensation & it doesn't soak through to the foam mattresses. 

*This doll is on my bed on my 'woobie' that my mom made. It makes a great 'sheet' in the popup

We tuck our coats, sweaters and extra towels around the tent walls around the bed. This limits drafts and provides insulation. Our popup has vinyl around the bed so it gets cold!

I bought fleece blankets from the thrift stores to line the tent when it is cold. They are not the perfect solution. I think leather or even insulated curtains would be better. 

Other than the doll I'm not endorsing the products above. I do invite you to visit my advertisers. 

That gorgeous doll was my birthday present from Walt! I love her!! She was handcrafted by Janice Taylor at Milberry Cottage in Orem, Utah. 

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