Packing List

Whaddaya bring with ya?

Here are a few lists to help ya pack.  You can get all the "what to bring" items at nearby supermarkets.

Kitchen Items

What's Included

(we provide enough for most uses)
(approximately 20 cubic feet with large freezer)
(she's just a spare so not guaranteed in working order)
(suitable for kosher eating)
(coffee maker has washable integrated filter)
(including a crockpot)

What to Bring

(we like to stop at Zehrs on Coldwater Rd in Orillia as it's close to the cottage & there's an LCBO too)
(only if ya anticipate a high volume of dish use)

*The water at the cottages is safe to use for regular activities such as showering, washing dishes, and the like.  For drinking water, we recommend bringing some for your getaway, and all nearby supermarkets stock water - easy peasy :)

Living Areas

What's Included

(there's enough to start ya off & more is available for purchase, if you'd like)
(enough for most firetenders but if yer a newbie, ya may wanna bring extra and/or a hatchett for breaking logs into kindling)

What to Bring

(we provide a DVD player and a selection of movies, but ya may like to bring your own)
(see notes under What's Included)
(we leave matches and/or a lighter but they always seem to go walk-about so if you've got one, please bring it along)

Bedroom Items

What's Included


What to Bring

(don't forget some for the sauna too :)

Cleaning Items

What's Included

What to Bring

(we're on a septic system - we provide enough for most uses & you can easily get some locally)

Outdoors

What's Included

(available at OG Cottage & Cahoots Cottage)
(available at OG Cottage & Cahoots Cottage)
(although we provide some to be used at your own risk, life jackets should always be properly fitted to provide appropriate protection)
* (available at OG Cottage & Cahoots Cottage)

What to Bring

(we provide some to be used at your own risk, life jackets should always be properly fitted to provide appropriate protection)
(some wood is available for purchase, if you'd like)
(not necessary, but some folks prefer the lake swimming & shenanigans with 'em)

Everywhere

What's Included

What to Bring

(most major providers get reception at the cottage)
(if desired - whaddaya crazy or something?)