A Few Winter Essentials to Bring:

Clothing & Footwear
• Winter Coat | Essential for outdoor activities in cold temperatures.
• Thermals | Base layers to keep you warm while spending time outside.
• Waterproof Boots | Insulated and waterproof for snow or slush.
• Winter Socks | Wool or thermal socks for extra warmth.
• Snow Pants | Useful for activities like hiking or playing in the snow.
• Gloves/Mittens | To protect your hands during outdoor activities.
• Hat/Beanie | A warm hat to keep heat from escaping your body.
• Scarf/Neck Warmer | To protect your neck and face from cold winds.

Outdoors
• Firewood | Bring firewood and kindling for starting an evening fire.
• Thermos/Insulated Cups | For hot beverages outdoors.
• Portable Heater | For cold nights on the patio or fire pit area.
• Hand Warmers | To keep hands warm during outdoor activities.
• Snow Toys | Skis, snowboard, sleds, or snowshoes for winter fun.
• Binoculars | For winter wildlife and the quiet, snow-covered landscape.

Comfort & Relaxation
• Thick Blankets/Throws | For snuggling indoors or by the fire pit.
• Books/Kindle | Reading sessions inside or outdoors by the fire pit.
• Board Games/Puzzles | Entertainment for the shorter days.

Food & Cooking
• Comfort Foods | Soups, stews, and casseroles are perfect for the winter cold and easy to reheat.
• Hot Beverages | Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and cider for warming up.
• S’mores Supplies | Roasting marshmallows adds to the fun of a fire pit.
• Grilling Items | Winter-friendly foods like sausages, skewers, and foil-wrapped potatoes the charcoal BBQ.

Water Activities
• Ice Fishing Gear | If the lake is frozen bring your fishing gear.
• Ice Skates | If the lake or nearby areas are safe for ice skating.

Miscellaneous
• First Aid Kit with Winter Gear | Cold medicine, lip balm, lotion, and additional supplies for dealing with winter-related issues like frostbite or colds.
• Camera | Winter scenery can be stunning, pack a camera or smartphone.
• Extra Chargers/Power Banks | Cold weather can shorten the life of batteries, so it’s good to have extras on hand.

​Cedar Barrel Sauna
Be sure to check out the "what to bring" and basic sauna instructions on the Sauna Essentials page.