Boat heaters

I also have the big convection heater in the metal cage that runs on the big tank. I love that thing for duck hunting. You can cook on it. I use it when we do shore lunches but not in the boat...too hot!
 
I contemplated getting a small heater for a while since things get pretty chilly pretty early at this elevation but I did so more for the comfort for my Lab as he ages than myself. Settled for making a neoprene lined "compartment" for him rather than having to worry about the somethin's-gonna-melt factor mentioned above. I use a Mr. Buddy to take the chill off of my shop but it's a bit large...and risky...for my boat needs. Like some of the others, I'll carry firestarter and a backpacking stove for emergency or shore lunch purposes.

I freely admit I'm a wuss when it comes to keeping my hands warm due to too many frostbite experiences as a kid in northern Wisconsin. It's pretty rare when I don't have chemical handwarmers in my gloves. If there's not much walking involved in a especially cold-weather outing, I'll use toe warmers as well. On layout hunts, I've been way more comfortable since losing the neoprene waders and wearing a breathable pair over wool pants.
 

D.j. hit upon something I have noticed.....breathable waders and woolies....much warmer than other combos...The only other combo that comes close is a pair of Cabela waders with boot feet lined with felt booties. But they are very heavy to hike in for any distance carrying decoys and such.

One male lab that is no longer with me would always get close to the infrared heater as we blind hunted along the Snake... he would look at me when it was not running as if to say "boss light that thing,,I am freezing my butt off"...

Matt
 
OK, after reading all the replies I've decided to scratch the heater idea in the Estuary. It does seem to be on the dangerous side, so being the cheap bastard I am I'm going try those toe warmers this season, really thats the only part of me that gets cold. Maybe I'll get one of those one burner stoves like Dave has for an emergency or that extra pot of coffee or a fried egg sandwich. I haven't been cold yet in the Estuary and have noticed a big difference of being in and out of it. But then again it hasn't even begun to get cold yet.

Thanks for all the suggestions
Phil
 
Phil,

My one burner that looks like Daves is a Coleman,,the valve on it is a bit trouble some....I think Primus makes something similar that you might want to look at..make a better valve...
 
I have the Coleman version of the single burner stove that screws onto the top of the short fat gas cylinders.
It has been very reliable, had it since the week before Hurricane Ivan in 2004.
An off-brand one I had did not last for 2 days of cooking after the hurricane before it stopped working.
 
Phil, look for the kind of toe-warmers that have an adhesive patch on one side. You can just smack 'em on the top or bottom of your socks (whatever works best for you) and they'll stay in place pretty well. Be sure to shake them well before use. Like I said, they're not the best if you have to walk around much since they can be blister starters, but they're great for sitting in a blind or boat.

Matt, I use a small portable wood stove in a parachute cloth tipi during late season hunts and backcountry ski trips. I've awakened to the smell of burning dog hair on several occasions since he just can't resist hunkering down as close to the fire as possible.
 
Last edited:
Phil,
If your going to go with a small type burner you should consider the pocket rocket. It is very small and screws onto a fuel canister. it can be carried in a cargo pocket of a pair of pants. Very good little camp stove .It runs about 40.00 and can be bought at Dick Sporting Goods or EMS.

Zane
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top