What was your second and third choices on your permit application? One thing you might consider, is surrendering your tag and apply for a better area, next year.
I layer a super light weight fleece vests under a light weight puffy vest, and then cover that with a super light fleece jacket and hip-length rain jacket. If it's below freezing and blowing like mad, I'll wear a light weight puffy jacket over everything and then encase myself in the long rain coat.