WINTER PACKING LIST

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) 
Base layer (top & bottoms) 
Mid-insulation layer, bottoms
Fleece or multi-purpose pants
Light wind shell windproof
Gore-Tex or other waterproof breathable jacket
Gore-Tex or other waterproof breathable pants
Warm Outer jacket
Toque (winter hat) 
Brimmed cap 
Face warmer mask
Light gloves 
Insulated gloves or mitts 
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
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
classic or skate 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 (Clark Geomatics - Callaghan Valley), compass, analog cell phone (coverage may not be available in all areas or weather conditions).

ITEMS FREQUENTLY FORGOTTEN BY PAST GUESTS (hint, hint!):
Band-aids for blisters, glide wax, headlamp or flashlight, water bottle or hydration pack, lodge slippers, toiletries, spare batteries for transceiver.