I agree last minute trips are a great time. My most fondest memories back as a yoot were on those spontaneous trips. Getting out thereand doing something is the key.

My Eureka tent has worked well even though it's not considered a "hig end" tent. I have used it in snow down to about 15 degrees below freezing, no leaks or issues. I have a Sierra Designs Light Year solo tent and a couple of family tents.