Things You Need In A Mountain Cabin
There is nothing better than a getaway in a remote mountain cabin. If you’ve got a vehicle that can take the bumpy back roads, it’s even better. If you plan your trip right, all you have to do is get to the cabin and you’ll have all of nature to yourself.
You’re going to have to think about what you’re going to eat and how much food you’re going to need to take with you. If you think that you’ll be able to live off all the fish you’re going to catch, you’ll probably be disappointed. The last thing you want to do is spend half of every day driving to the nearest town for supplies.
First you need to think about the basics. If you’re really going into the backwoods, your cabin won’t have electricity, so you need to take foods that don’t need refrigeration. Canned foods are good, but you’ll get sick of them, so don’t leave it at that. Take some spaghetti and other types of pasta and lots of different types of topping for them.
Now you can start thinking about your comfort foods. There are many different kinds of cheeses and other long-lasting foods you can take with you. Also take a variety of salty and plain crackers. You may also want to take some different types of flour and try making chapatis and other flat breads.
You won’t have a television where you’re going, so you’re going to have to find ways to stay entertained at night. Sadly, most of us are so addicted to TV we miss out on some much better forms of entertainment. This is your chance to make up for it. Drag that dreadnought acoustic guitar out of the closet. You can practice playing guitar in the evening and everyone can sing around the campfire or in front of the fireplace.
It really won’t hurt to throw your poulan chainsaw into the car, either. You’ll be able to cut all the firewood you need just from the fallen tree limbs you will find within easy walking distance of your cabin. If you’re feeling creative, it’s amazing how easy chainsaw sculpture can be. Just be very careful with it and always wear protective gear.
If you’ve got a mountain bike, don’t forget to take it with you. Take your helmet with you, too. Just because you don’t have to wear it in the woods doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t wear it. If you split your skull in the woods, that will be the end of your trip. A black helmet is not as good as a brightly colored one, but at least take what you’ve got.
If you plan it right in advance, you’ll have a fantastic time in your cabin in the woods. Make a checklist of everything you need, from your survival gear, to your recreational gear and for entertainment. If you’ve got those, you’ve got everything you need.
Tags: mountain cabin, vacation