Guard Station Amenities

Guard Station Amenities & Packing Lists

The Historic Anthony Lake Guard Station is well equipped for your winter getaway. Please read through the following FAQs for specific information on amenities and recommended gear.

• What gear, clothing and equipment should I bring with me to the Guard Station?

  Skiing/Snowboarding Gear

  • Ski, snowboard, nordic gear if skiing at the resort
  • Backcountry skis/split snowboard
  • Backcountry ski/snowboard boots
  • Ski poles
  • Climbing skins
  • Repair kit
  • Goggles
  • Helmet
  • Packs
  • Water Bottles

   

  Avalanche Safety

  • Most recent Avalanche Advisory
  • (www.wallowaavalanchecenter.org)
  • Weather forecast
  • Avalanche beacon w/ fresh batteries, shovel, probe, snow saw

   

  Personal  Gear

  • Food and beverages
  • Medium/Large sized pack
  • Bedding and/or sleeping bags – the mattress pads are firm, so bring your comfy sleeping pad if you like a softer bed
  • Bath towels
  • Headlamp w/ spare batteries
  • Toiletries
  • Warm clothing (long underwear, ski pants/jacket, ski socks, gloves, hat, neck gaitor)
  • Casual comfy clothing
  • Water bottle

   

  Misc. Gear

  • First aid kit & personal medications
  • 2-way radios
  • Pocket knife or multi tool
  • Book/Magazine/Games
  • Food and beverages
  • Map and compass, paper map of your planned backcountry route
  • Cell phone (cell service is extremely limited on the mountain)
  • GPS & charger (optional)
  • Camera & charger (optional)
  • Water bottle
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun screen

   

  Recommended Clothing

  • Hardshell, waterproof jacket
  • Softshell jacket
  • Hard or softshell pants
  • Down or synthetic insulated jacket
  • Synthetic/wool base layers
  • Warm, waterproof gloves or mittens
  • Warm hat
  • Comfortable change of clothes for lounging
• What supplies is the kitchen stocked with?
  • Plates
  • Bowls
  • Cups/mugs/wine glasses
  • Silverware
  • Cooking utensils
  • Pots and pans
  • Coffee maker
  • Cast iron cookware
  • Crock-pot
  • Paper towels
  • Garbage bags
  • Dishcloths and towels
  • Dish soap
  • Hand soap
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Foil
  • Ziplocks
  • Salt & pepper
  • Hot sauce
  • Cooking Oil
  • Electric Range
  • Fridge/freezer
  • BBQ on Porch
• What other items are provided?
  • Toilet
  • Basic First Aid Kit
  • Fully Furnished Rooms
  • Beds have pads that are firm, so please bring additional pads if you like a softer snooze!
  • Please bring bedding/sleeping bags
  • Board games