What to pack for a winter trip

With the recent cold snap and snow I am sure many of you have been thinking of speeding more time outside. ;)

If you are interested in extending your outdoor travel into winter and are unsure where to start this is the class for you.

This is the first part of a two part course. In this we will be talking mostly about the clothing and equipment you will need to have a successful winter backpacking trip in Southern Ontario, i.e. what you need to buy and carry to travel safely and comfortably.

In part two we will go out into the woods and and learn the skills needed to stay warm and travel. That trip will happen on February 3rd. You must attend the McCabe’s class to be eligible to join the trip.

This course assumes you have prior experience and familiarity with summer backpacking. This event will focus on talking about those things that are different in winter. There will not be time to cover basic skills and knowledge. All are welcome but those who are not already be comfortable and competent hiking on multi-day trips alone will find some of the content incomplete or confusing.

There will be time afterwards to ask questions and look at example gear.

There will be a sample packed bag to look at.

Please support McCabes who offers there space to us by purchasing a drink or meal.