Every winter I put together a winter travel kit. By spring it is so much trash and I shovel it out of the car. I'm a bit late this year, but after the 40 mile trek to work tonight, 34 of it on back roads with the snow hitting the floor boards all the way, I can see it is time. I've been driving this route for 20 years and have only needed to use any of these items about three or four times, but was sure glad I had them those few times.
There are houses along part of the route, but certain sections would require a long walk. Given the whiteout conditions tonight - you might be best off staying with the vehicle.
What I usually carry:
Snow shoes
Winter mocs
Two pairs wool socks
Wool trousers
Wool blanket shirt
Canvas anorek
Wool tuque
Military extreme cold weather mitts
Wool blankets
Down sleeping bag
Sheath knife
Tinder box (w/flint & steel)
Matches (in waterproof container)
Sterno (w/ little stove)
10 candy and energy bars
Chewing gum
Chewing tobacco
Couple of paperbacks
Bread rolls
Tunafish (in dry pack)
Hamburger (in dry pack)
Quart canteen of water (needs to be taken in every trip)
Any suggestions?
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