We have some pretty miserable weather on our coast range during elk season and it takes some serious effort and time to get a warming fire going and maintain it.
In Eastern Oregon there is generally some way to get a fire going and maintain it.
FWIW In either case we encourage new hunters to go to 1.Gather their materials together, 2. Use their garbage/space bag or other shelter and then make a fire while in it. Intent is to avoid getting chilled.
