Slides from our Winter 2016 presentation on dressing babies and toddlers for winter adventures.

1. LAYERING TYKES FOR
WINTER ADVENTURES

2. MAURA

3. BOBBY

4. JACK AND
ROWAN

5. Winter
Activities
Snow Play
Hiking
Snowshoeing
Ice Skating
Cross Country Skiing
Sledding
Downhill Skiing
Yurt Camping
Rustic Cabin Camping

6. @mtnmamatales

7. Afton State Park
wanderthemap.comStar Tribune.com

8. Tettegouche State Park

9. True North Basecamp, Crosby, MN

10. True North Basecamp, Crosby, MN

11. KNOW YOUR LIMITS
How cold is too cold?
Listen
Regular Check-ins

12. CONSIDER
Temperature
Wind
Cloud Coverage
Precipitation
Activity Level
Carrier Type
Age

13. FROSTNIP / FROSTBITE
Watch out for pale or red skin, especially nose, ears, cheeks, fingers, and toes
Treatment: soak affected area in warm water or cover with warm washcloth. Warm liquids. Consult w/ doctor
Source: National Weather Service and WhatToExpect.com

14. HYPOTHERMIA
Early signs in babies/toddlers can include
Constant shivering
Cold or pale skin
Fast breathing (hyperventilation)
Refuse to feed
Tiredness
Low energy/especially clumsy
Treatment
Remove any wet clothing
Wrap in warm blanket and get to a warm place
Drink warm liquids
Consult with your doctor

15. LAYERING
BASE
LAYER
INSULATING
LAYERS
SHELL
LAYER

17. BASE LAYER
Merino Wool
• Wee Woolies - $65-$70 CAD
• Ella’s Wool - $59-$69
Synthetic
• Patagonia Capilene - $45
• Stripes Gear - $64
• Generic polyester/non-cotton

18. MID-LAYER
• Fleece PJs
• Fleece pants and sweatshirts

19. BUNTING
Columbia Outlet Online - $29

20. RAINSUIT
Oakiwear - $60

21. SNOWSUIT
• Columbia Bugababy - $55
• Oakiwear (3T-4T) - $60
• Patagonia - $149

22. FOOTWEAR
Socks
• SmartWool Socks - $20
• Lian LifeStyle Cashmere
Wool Socks - $7
Boots
• Kamik Snowbug - $45
• Sorel - $50
• Bogs - $45
• Stonz - $53.99+

23. MITTENS
Stonz -$30-$40
Marmot - $30
Patagonia - $39

24. HEADWEAR
• Hats with a Chin Strap
• Balaclava

25. WIND BURN PREVENTION
• Vaseline
• Coconut Oil
• Aquaphor

26. WINTER DO’S AND DON’TS
• Don’t blow on cold hands. The added moisture from your
breath can make them colder.
• Warming up games
• Snacks
• Sunburn can still happen in winter. Sun reflecting off of snow
can cause sunburn so wear sunscreen!
• Drink Water!
• Layer at the trailhead
• Change diapers more frequently

27. PARENTAL GEAR
• Baby Wearing Jacket
• MicroSpikes
• Trekking Poles
• Umbrella
• Blanket
• Butt Pad

28. FINDING DEALS
• Thrifty Outfitters
• Shop the sales
• Promo codes
• 20% off coupons
• Second-hand stores
• Garage sales
• B/S/T Facebook groups
• Buy a size or two up
• Plan for hand-me-downs
• Make your own

29. OUR FAVORITE PLACES FOR DEALS
• Midwest Mountaineering
• Columbia Outlet (online or in Albertville)
• Oakiwear.com
• 6pm.com
• Sierra Trading Post (online or in Eagan)
• Moosejaw.com
• Backcountry.com
• TheClymb.com
• REI / REI Garage

30. QUESTIONS?
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