What should I wear and what do I need for a stay at Eräkeskus in autumn/early winter?
Autumn and early winter in Finland can vary greatly – from late-summer warmth to wintry cold. We therefore recommend checking the current weather forecast for our region before packing. To help you prepare well for the conditions, here are our tips:
Recommended Clothing:
We recommend the tried-and-tested layering principle, where several layers are worn on top of each other so you can easily adapt to changing temperatures:
- Base Layer (You bring this with you): Functional underwear made from synthetic fibres or merino wool effectively wicks moisture away from the body. Important: Cotton and pure wool retain moisture and are only comfortable when dry. Add wool, thermal or fleece socks – ideally two pairs worn on top of each other for extra warmth.
- Mid Layer (You bring this with you): Lightweight fleece clothing, such as a pullover and long underwear, provides additional insulation.
- Insulating Layer (You bring this with you): Depending on your needs and the temperature, a thicker pullover or fleece jacket, and possibly a second pair of fleece trousers, provide additional protection against the cold.
- Outer Layer (You bring this with you): A windproof and waterproof jacket and trousers, or a lined overall with a hood. The hood should be large enough to pull over a hat in windy and cold conditions.
Equipment you should bring with you:
- Water- and dirt-resistant footwear, such as hiking boots or rubber boots, to protect you on wet or muddy ground.
- Weatherproof clothing.
- Insulated bottle (thermos flask).
- Headlamp or flashlight with spare batteries.
- Thin gloves, e.g. work gloves from a hardware store.
- Dicke Handschuhe für kalte Tage, um die Hände bei niedrigen Temperaturen warm zu halten.
- Thick gloves for cold days, to keep your hands warm in low temperatures.
- Tracksuit for the overnight stay in the cabin.
- Slippers or non-slip socks for the lodge and cabins.
- Small daypack for overnight stays in cabins and day tours.
- Optional: a multitool.
What we provide:
As soon as the first snow falls and temperatures become wintry, we provide the 4th layer (a lined overall) as well as winter boots.
- Sleeping bag and liner for overnight stays in cabins.
We also have a limited number of hats and gloves available to borrow.
With the right clothing and equipment, you will be well prepared to fully enjoy nature and our activities!