PREPARING FOR A WINTER HIKE

Things to Bring

The following are important for you to consider bringing so that you enjoy your hike:

A keen interest in nature

To be acclimated to altitude for at least 2-3 days prior

Ample water (1 liter for a 3 hour hike; 2 liters for a 6 hour hike)

Appropriate day hiking gear, to include footwear, clothing, etc. (see Suggestions)

Dress as you would for the ski slopes

Small day pack / Energy snacks / lunch 

Sun protection: hat and sunblock 

Optional:

Small notepad and pencil (you may want to jot things down for future reference)

Binoculars (great for seeing birds and other aspects of nature one cannot approach too closely!)

Field guides

Suggestions

You may be on the trail for several hours or more without anywhere to warm up. Consider the following:

  • Snow boots, snow shoes and/or spikes (rentals at local winter sports outfitters)

  • Head and ear warmers and a well insulated pair of gloves

  • Warm layers of technical fabrics (no cotton, etc)

  • Ski jackets and pants work well

Gear up, and jump on the trail with us!