Base Layer

Long underwear or long johns that wick moisture away from your skin.
Socks

Wool or synthetic works best! Stay away from cotton.
Warm layer(s)

Loose fleece, wool or down layers that hold an adequate amount of warm air. Three or four layers may be necessary!
Wind Layer

A windproof shell or an insulated parka with a hood and snow pants.
Neck-warmer

Your face mask or scarf should be wide enough to go from above your nose, down into the layers below your neck.
Hat

Double layer knit, fleece, wool or fur is best! A good hat can help keep entire body warm.
Mittens

Mittens are better than gloves because they create a warm environment for your entire hand.
Eyewear

Sunglasses or goggles help protect against the wind, sun and bright snow.
Boots

Wear something with a removable liner. Sorel Shoes, Mukluks, Bunny Boots and Pack Boots are all great options.

important advice

A great way to stay warm is to keep moving. Clothing doesn’t make your body warm, your body makes the clothing warm.

Keep moving!

Letting your body take care of regulating its own heat is ideal, but heat packs can really help. Be sure not to drop heat packs. Dogs will find them and eat them.

heat packs help.

Sweat makes you wet, then it freezes!

avoid sweating.

Avoid blowing on your hands.

Avoid blowing on your hands—your breath adds moisture which will make your hands colder in the long run.

whatever you wear for your outer layer, make sure it has a hood!

Circulation is important throughout your entire body – so make sure not to wear socks that are too tight.

don’t wear too tight of socks.

When selecting boots, anything form-fitting or with little insulation between your foot and the rubber sole is going to be too cold.

trust us, Boots are in!

Avoid getting your gear wet.

Even with the best gear, avoid getting wet. If you have kids that want to play in the snow, have them wait until later in the day so they don’t get too cold too early.