"It isn't a difficult task but it is an important one," Jon said, motioning for her to follow him back into the woods. The snow was still light, a few flakes dusting his cheeks and catching in their hair, and Jon hoped it would remain that way while it was still daylight. Once the sun went down, they'd have to head indoors anyway without a moon to light their way.

"You want to find small bits, very dry, so they'll catch fire quickly. Bits of moss work too, or bark."