Our winter accommodation packages include an extremely handy luggage transfer service allowing each guest to pack up to one large duffle bag and an extra set of gear.
Ski Clothing
Socks (minimum 2 pairs)
wool and / or synthetic
Base layer (top & bottoms)
synthetic, wool, or silk
Mid-insulation layer, top
wool / fleece / synthetic fill sweater / turtleneck
Mid-insulation layer, bottoms
fleece or multi-purpose pants
Light wind shell
windproof, water resistant layer for high aerobic work
Weather layer top
Gore-Tex or other waterproof breathable jacket
Weather layer pants
Gore-Tex or other waterproof breathable pants
Warm Outer jacket
down or synthetic
Toque (winter hat)
wool, fleece or synthetic
Brimmed cap
preferably wool or synthetic
Face warmer
scarf, neck tube, face mask
Light gloves
wool, synthetic or leather
Insulated gloves or mitts
wool or synthetic, with weather proof outer shell
Gaiters (optional)
Personal Equipment
Winter boots, daypack, goggles, sunglasses, head lamp or flashlight (there’s no electricity available at night), insulated water bottle (minimum 1 L) or Thermos, pocket knife, camera & film, whistle, lighter or matches, lodge slippers.
Ski Equipment
Ski Tourers
457 MHz avalanche transceiver, spare batteries, avalanche shovel, probe, climbing skins, skis or snowboard (the fatter the better), boots, and poles (and snowshoes for snowboarders without split boards).
Cross Country Skiers
Track or skating skis, boots and poles, waxes.
Personal Repair Kit
Extra binding screws, spare bale or cable, spare basket, duct tape, wire / string, pocket knife, ski wax, skin glue, screwdriver, steel wool, waterproofing for boots.
Personal First Aid Kit
Medical tape, band-aids, tensor bandages, sunscreen, lip balm, safety pins, personal medications, blister prevention, anti inflammatory, antihistamines.
Recommended Other
Topographical map (Brandywine Falls 92/J3 Scale 1:50,000), compass, analog cell phone (coverage may not be available in all areas or weather conditions).
ITEMS FREQUENTLY FORGOTTEN BY PAST GUESTS
(hint, hint!):
Headlamp or flashlight, water bottle or hydration pack, lodge slippers, toiletries, spare batteries for transceiver