Tips On What To Pack For A Snow Trip
Living in Houston, TX it’s warm here for most of the year. We do get some cold days here and there but nothing that requires planning on what to wear. That makes me a bit out of touch with snow apparel since it’s not something I use often, if ever, in Houston. Recently I got invited to join a press trip to Door County, Wisconsin where the temps will be in the 20’s. BRRRRR. I needed to figure out what I will be bringing with me to wear. Today I’m sharing what to pack for a snow trip, in case you are in the same situation and need help in figuring out what to pack without overpacking.
What do you wear in the snow?
If you will be spending time in the snow, it’s important to know what to wear to keep you warm and comfortable. Dressing up for the snow does require extra time but is essential to protecting your skin and keeping your body temperature up. The key to what to wear in the snow is multi-layers.
The best way to explain it is that there are 3 layers to what to wear in the snow.
- A base layer (thermals)
- A mid-layer (pants/ sweater)
- Top layer (ski pants/jacket)
How many clothes do you need to pack for a snow trip?
- 1-2 Waterproof jacket: Here’s a jacket that has good reviews. Here is a higher end one option.
- 1-2 Waterproof pants: Here’s an isulated ski pant. Here is a higher end one option.
- Mid layer shirt: long sleeve sweatshirt, zip sweater, lightweight jacket
- Base layer tops: like this thin long sleeve or a thicker fleece one
- Base layer pants: water resistant leggings or a soft wear stretch pant
- Pants, Leggings or Jeans:I always like packing an extra pair of jeans, leggings or pants.
- Gloves: These mittens are my absolute favorites! Gore-Tex standard insulated glove with finger separators
- Hat: Keeping your head warm is important. I am packing this hat for my trip.
- Neck Warmer: Is great for keep your neck protected and warm. Also neck gaiters are another option as well.
- Merino Wool Socks: Look for non cotton socks and ones like these.
- Waterproof boots: Are a must in the snow. These are decent waterproof boots for the price. Here’s a higher end option
What are the best accessories for cold weather travel?
- Sunscreen: indiviudal packets, travel size, or brush on
- Lip Balm: This one has a haulronic acid and this one has a sunscreen
- Tissues: These slim portable pocket kleenex are great for being in super cold temps
- Goggles: These goggles come in a variety of styles and are reasonably priced
- Sunglasses: These polarized womens sunglasses are reasonably priced and come in many styles
- Hand warmers: These disposable hand warmers are perfect for travel and last up to 10hrs
- Toe Warmers: These disposable toe warmers are perfect for travel and last up to 8hrs
- Water Bottle: These portable and collapsible water bottles are great for traveling
- Small backpack: waterproof easy to travel with backpack
- Space Saver Bags:These bags are great for compressing clothing to get as much space as possible when you pack.
How do you carry your luggage in the snow?
If you are traveling to a snowy area, something most don’t think about until they are in the position is, how do you carry your luggage in the snow? Even though most hotels/resorts will have snow removal and easy access to the building. You still may want to consider the possibility of having to take your luggage through the snow.
The best tip I can give is to keep your packing to only the essentials and use a medium-sized suitcase. You want it to be fairly easy for you to lift and carry. If you use an oversized suitcase and pack it to the brim, you may have an issue maneuvering the luggage throw snow. Something to keep in mind during your snow trip travels.
Hope this what to pack for a snow trip helped you in some way. Stay warm and dry during your snow adventure travels!
