Parents/guardians: Please look out for the permission form coming home re: snowshoeing in the new year! We are beginning the conversation now so you all know what kind of clothing and outer wear your child needs for this excursion. I suggest you look in your closets, take stock and ask friends and family to borrow what you need. Here is a list of the items needed for this outdoor field trip.
THINK LAYERS!
- Outer layers:
- Outer shell/coat to protect against rain or snow
- Rain (or snow) pants
- Light gloves and toque
- Snow boots or sturdy hiking boots
- Inner Layers:
- Long-johns, thermal underwear or fleece pants. Think warm and flexible!
- Wool socks (Not cotton. When wet it becomes very cold).
- Depending on coat, 2-3 top layers. Preferred: thermal long sleeve shirt (thin), one that wicks away the sweat; a warmer middle/top layer (thick) – polar fleece, wool sweater, thick/warm hoodie, etc to fit under the outer shell (thinner if wearing a winter coat).
Ms. Lanaway and Mr. Modica-Amore’s Snowshoeing Letter