Dress for Success!
- Dress in layers. A number of lighter layers allow you to adjust your clothing as the temperature changes.
- Wear a base layer of long underwear or tights.
- Warm collared shirt, sweater or fleece.
- Water and wind resistant pants. Snow or ski pants work best but jeans are OK as long as you bring an extra pair. Avoid sweat pants, they get wet very quickly! Be sure your pants are wide enough at the bottom of the legs to fit over large boots.
- Jacket or shell with a high collar, once again water and wind resistant is best.
- High socks. Bring a couple of extra pairs of socks - the higher, the better. Avoid socks with big, thick seams, if possible.
- Gloves or mittens. Gloves allow more freedom of movement, but mittens are warmer. Avoid knit gloves, they get wet very quickly.
- Warm hat that covers you ears. The old saying "If your feet are cold, put on a hat" is true!
- Sunscreen and lip balm, SPF-15 or greater. Even on cloudy days it is very easy to get too much sun when on the snow.
- Eye protection. Either sunglasses or goggles.
- Be sure to bring extra clothes to change into for the ride home!
The Pats Peak Finish Line Ski & Board Shop, conveniently located just steps from the slopes, carries everything listed above. Stop by the shop upon arrival to Pats Peak and our friendly staff will help you complete your outfit!
