Veteran escaping the cacophony of New Years fireworks to a brisk night at 29F. This is only my 3rd overnight trip out. Stock 2025 4Runner SR5 with the back seats removed and a Novaform mattress with real foam pillows and nice bedding. But I did get into my Kelty Cosmic 20F sleeping bag in the middle of the night. Window socks to keep the windows cracked with a battery fan to ventilation. Kept all my food and toiletries in a bear can away from the vehicle.

I am looking forward to new adventures. Hoping to go to Yellowstone or maybe Canada in 2026. Any suggestions on some intermediate trips for a newbie?