Welcome to the passion of the Dirty Bunch Will! Jason has pointed out in the right way.
Some words of advice:
1. The flowing link will get you started on the dirty path:
http://forum.mepd.net/index.php?showtopic=7240
2. Read, documentate yourself on what type of Sandie would like to become, that would determine what type of backpack and blaster you should bare.
3. Make a buildup plan and along the way a budget.
4. Last but not least post your progress in pics around here. Ask as many questions as they come in mind so we can aid you along your way and hopefully in a near future the cold weather of Canada will bare a Hot TD