Dress for the Weather

• • • Clothing is dependent on weather conditions day of, layering is recommended to be able to adjust with activity levels and weather conditions.

    • Warm clothing (layers):  Detailed information (The Secret of Layering for Cold Weather (takemecamping.org) )

    • base layer

      • top: thermal top

      • bottom: thermal bottom aka "long johns"

    • mid layer(s)

      • top: sweater or fleece

      • bottom: pants (avoid cotton or jeans, if possible) 

    • outer layer

      • top: winter jacket or waterproof shell

      • bottom: snowpants or waterproof shell

    • 2 pairs of socks, one thin, one thick, not cotton  (if your boots fit with 2 pairs on)

  • Winter hat

  • Mask 

  • Balaclava or scarf

  • Mitts

  • Insulated winter boots.  These should be lined, have waterproof bottoms with high tops, tucked under snow pants.

  • Troop NECKER, visible around the neck, secured with a woggle or friendship knot

Daypack

• • Extra socks

  • Full Water bottle

  • 2 milk bags (can be put into boots between socks and boot liners if boots get wet so extra socks will stay dry)

ANY PARTICIPANt NOT DRESSED APPROPRIATELY FOR THE DAY WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE!