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Outdoor clothing for a comfy fall foliage trip
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items Warm and Dry: Staying comfortable during a day-long drive or a hike up one of the many hills in New England is essential: fleece, rain gear, and comfy shoes with support.
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Jackets for comfort and warmth
Legs and feet
Head and hands
Carry on's and duffels
Extras for hiking
Jackets for comfort and warmth
Rain and wind are the enemy against being chilled from spring through the fall. Comfort relies on two things, warmth and staying dry, even if that means not being too warm.
Not a heavyweight coat and a good choice from spring through fall
The North Face Canyonlands Hoodie - Men's | REI Co-op
A nice roomy option and water resistant, For me a little bigger around the middle, like me,,, :-)
Men’s Big Apex Bionic 3 Jacket | The North Face | The North Face
Three season comfort or as a layer wonder a warmer jacket in winter
Women's Lightweight Jackets & Vests | The North Face
A rain shell will block wind and rain and if the temps dip, add a lightweight fleece layer for supreme comport
Helly-Hansen Men's Loke Waterproof Jacket
A medium weight fleece pullover is a good bet for many fall foliage excursions. Put a rain shell over it for the first thing in the morning when there is fog on the lake and the leaves on the grass covered in ice crystals… later in the day you can sh...
Armour Fleece® Men's ¼ Zip | Under Armour
This is a great choice for traveling light. Pair this with light or mid-weight fleece for warmth and you don't need to bring a heavy coat.
REI Co-op Trailmade Rain Jacket - Women's
Legs and feet
When you get off the trail, getting all snugly in from of a fire with hot coca or a glass of wine, these are a good start
Sweatpants - Yeokou
Great for guys who do casual walking or light hiking. The keep your feet dry through multiple days of wearing and guaranteed for life
Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Cushion Socks - Men's | REI Co-op
I don't go out for fall excursions without my Bean Boots by L.L. Bean in Freeport Maine. I've been wearing mine since 2015 and except for when my cat peed in one boot (it took 3 years for the smell to go away ewww) but I'm still wearing them. (after ...
Women's Boots | Footwear at L.L.Bean
I think having merrells for comfortable shoes is a plus. I'm old so I like the slip ons with a good lug sole. But if you are going further afield, then by all means get the greater support if you are going on actual trails
Merrell Official: Top Rated Hiking Footwear & Outdoor Gear
Lisa and I have a couple of pair of Darn Tough socks each and we've been wearing them for about a year now. Per the directions I usually wear them for 3-4 days in a row before I put them in the wash. They stay very soft and cushioned for the entire 3...
Darn Tough Vermont - Merino Wool Socks Guaranteed for Life
Light weight and great support and the price is one of the best I've seen. A must for those early mornings when hiking out to Cherry Pond to see the mist rising on the pond as the sun is rising over the presidentials
Men's Trail Model X Waterproof Hiking Boots
Head and hands
Keeping you hands warm is the name of the game. Nothing makes me want to stop exploring like cold hands or feet… Lisa says these are a good choice…
Women's Chevron Shortie Spandex Gloves with smartDri ... - Isotoner
For guys or women who don't want to take their gloves off to work the cell phone. These gloves are a perfect solution…
FanVince Winter Gloves Touch Screen Windproof
Keeping your head warm keeps the rest of you warm because you lose 60% of your body heat through the top of your head… So a hat like this is great for the early morning walks along the lake
100% Merino Wool Cuff Beanie - Winter Hat
I think I need a pair of these. I have at least 2 pair of fingerless gloves and these mean you don't have to expose your finger tips to the cold… nice…
The North Face Etip Recycled Gloves - Men's | REI Co-op
Carry on's and duffels
From fleece for the cold or rain shells in inclement weather, and good footwear, these are things, I think you should have for exploring New England…
Doing all of your clothes in a single carry-on is a wonderful goal and whether you are staying local or going international, this is a good solution
20" Duffel Bag (20, Black)
keeping things in their own compartments is nice
REI Co-op Durable Stuff Sack | REI Co-op
handy backpack-style shoulder straps and space for your everyday essentials, the 40-liter Gregory Supply duffel makes traveling a breeze
Gregory Supply Duffel - 40 L | REI Co-op
corrals the little items that clutter up a suitcase, this small REI Co-op Roadtripper Print Pod makes it easy to find what you're looking for.
REI Co-op Roadtripper Pod - Small | REI Co-op
Extras for hiking
The extras covers anything thing that a day hike would need or a week long adventure. These are the things I think about and if you feel I'm missing something that should be in this list, let me know and I may add it! Thanks for stopping by!
I love day packs and I need a new one that works with a camera and a lens and a shirt and socks and a snack and water… in other words (the kitchen sink)
REI Co-op Trail 25 Pack | REI Co-op
using one or both depends on the terrain. A simple trek around the block may only be nice to have one but as we age, balance becomes an issue and these might be nice
REI Co-op Trailmade Trekking Poles - Pair | REI Co-op
If you think you will go further than just out for a jaunt into the woods and back but maybe over night or a weekend. If your site doesn't have power then for this you will find a solar charger really useful…
SolarPanel 10+ 2.0 With Onboard Battery
I prefer to have a bottle that I can get a sip outof rather than a wide mouth monster…
Owala FreeSip Vacuum Water Bottle - 32 fl. oz. | REI Co-op
definitely for a longer trip where you plan to have a camping site
2-Burner DLX Wide Stove
Comfort for overnight stays
REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 Sleeping Bag | REI Co-op
I've used Petzl for years, very reliable and holds a charge for a long time
Petzl Actik Core Headlamp | REI Co-op
a compact, waterproof aluminum body, the easy-to-operate Fenix HM50R V2.0 rechargeable headlamp pierces the night with 4 brightness levels
HM50R V2.0 Rechargeable Headlamp