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What to pack for your trip to the Yukon
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Dress for Yukon Success
Bringing the right attire for the season can make your Yukon vacation that much better. So knowing what to pack is essential. Weather can be unpredictable here, so be ready to layer up and down.
Summer
The Yukon in the summertime is warm, even hot at times. The sun shines for up to 24 hours in some regions thanks to the midnight sun, so pack for it. Yes, that means bring a swimsuit too.
Checklist
Pants
Shorts
T-shirts
Long sleeves
Warm jacket or vest
Good walking or hiking shoes/boots
PJs
Swimsuit
Sunglasses
Eyeshades for sleeping
Sunscreen
Brimmed hats
Windbreaker or rain jacket
Zip-up hoodie or fleece sweater
Rain pants
Bug spray
Fall / Spring
Fall and spring are no winter, but they still get chilly.
Checklist
Long sleeves
Pants
Sweaters
Windbreaker or shell jacket
Warm hat
Brimmed hats
Gloves and mittens
Walking shoes
Waterproof boots
Sunglasses
PJs
For aurora viewing: Insulated pants
For aurora viewing: Insulated jacket
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Winter
Make sure you’re ready for whatever the day’s adventures throw at you. You never know, it might be a snowball. We don’t have to tell you it gets cold at this time of year. Temperatures can reach as low as -45˚C, depending on where you are.
Checklist
Long underwear
Thick, breathable socks: wool and cotton
Winter boots: insulated
Parka
Snow pants: for outside activity
Insulated mittens
Light gloves for the car or using your camera
Toque: AKA beanie
Scarves and/or neck gaiters
Fleece or wool sweaters
Swimsuit: for hot springs and hot tubs
PJs
Sunglasses and sunscreen: snow reflects and intensifies sunlight