Gear Recommendations
Winter boots- these have removable liners for drying, they don’t have velcro straps, zippers or buckles that pop open during play, they are warm, and can be passed down when outgrown
Provided at school but you might consider using at home as well:
- Neck gaiter- fleece OR wool keeps the frostbite away (nylon and other fabrics don’t cut it)
- Wool socks- this is an option but I am not sold on this item. Keep me in the loop if you have/find something you like that I should recommend to others.
- Wool long underwear- these are 100% wool and so warm on even our coldest days. Other long underwear will work but these would be a great gift from grandparents!
- https://menique.com/collections/kids-clothing (rompers/one pieces are not recommended as they can’t go to the bathroom without taking everything off)
- https://ellaswool.com/collections/childrens-base-layers/products/gray-kids-base-layer-set
- Rain boots- light, durable, the handles don’t get in the way of a child learning to cover their own boots independently and they have a good resale value
Provided at school but you might consider using at home as well:
- Mittens- I have finally found a pair of mittens I like!
- Snow pants- notice the boy vs girl cut/sizes are a little different
- Winter Parka- again, notice the boy vs girl cut/sizes are a little different
- Rain pants- I prefer the bib style but these are also available in the pant style. As an outdoor school family you can sign up for a discount on POP products.