I just got a Moultrie 200 as well (Christmas present)! I put mine out in the woods the other day and I can't wait to see what the pics look like. From what I have read, the cold, cold weather will really shorten battery life. I have even read as sort as a couple of days! I would get the solar panel recharger (I know I plan to) and your battery life will be greatly increased! I bought a 1 GB SD memory card as well, which is the biggest size the Moultrie 200 can hold. Congrats on the camera and show us some pics when you get them!!!