Elementary Gear List

At root’s we ascribe to the belief that there is no bad weather with the proper gear…

After arrival, we spend our mornings indoors doing intense academics, and part of every day outdoors, playing and learning. Each student needs to have the appropriate seasonal clothing so that he or she can be comfortable, able to participate in all activities, and available for learning at all times. This typically means layering and having extra clothing at school to change into if necessary.

Fall and Spring Requirements (Warmer Months):

  • T-shirt

  • Wool sweater or fleece

  • Wool socks

  • Long-sleeve shirt

  • Muck boots

  • Sun hat

  • Pants

  • Sneakers

  • Day pack

  • Fully waterproof raincoat and pants (All students participating in our full 5 day program are provided with a waterproof raincoat shell and shell pants)

Winter Requirements (Colder Months):

  • Top and bottom base layer (wool, silk, or fleece)

  • Wool sweater or fleece

  • Insulated, waterproof jacket and pants

  • Wool or fleece hat

  • Balaclava or neck warmer

  • Waterproof mittens

  • Insulated, waterproof boots Day pack

Additional clothing to be kept at school in gear box

  • Long-sleeve shirt

  • Indoor shoes or slippers

  • Pants

  • Two pairs of wool socks

  • Mittens

  • Hat

  • Pair of underwear

  • Balaclava or neck warmer

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