7 accessories for your next hike through the snow

Continue your weekly hikes during these snowy conditions with some helpful accessories.

By Michele Kettner • Posted February 8, 2021 at 11:29 a.m.

Courtesy of Nalgene

With the winter cold staying around a few extra weeks, continue your hiking trips with some winter accessories. From trekking poles to drink tumblers, these seven accessories will help you out during your next hike through the snow.

boot stabilicers — *Courtesy of L.L. Bean*

Convert your hiking boots for winter conditions with these studded stabilicers for extra traction. // Adults’ Stabilicers Walk Traction Device, $24.95; L.L. Bean

With a blanket of snow covering the trails, use these trekking poles for stability on those icy surfaces. // Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles – Pair, $79.95; REI

purple sunglasses — *Courtesy of Pit Viper*

The sun can be blinding on those day hikes, so pick up a pair of glasses with 100% UV protection. // The Grand Prix glasses, $49; Pit Viper

With daylight still limited, bring along a headlamp in case you’re out on the trail longer than anticipated. // Rechargeable Dual Power XPH30R, $69.99; Coast

Bring along a hot tumbler of tea or coffee to keep you warm on those cold hikes. // Elevation 10 Tumbler, $19.99; OtterBox

water bottle sleeve — *Courtesy of Nalgene*

If you are out in below freezing temperatures, keep your water bottle insulated and ice free with this sleeve. // 32oz Sleeve Insulated Gray, $19.95; Nalgene

Keep your hands toasty and still have access to your phone with this pair of touchscreen compatible gloves. // Women’s Thermarator Omni-Heat Fleece Gloves, $30; Columbia

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.