If you’re visiting Aberdeen, South Dakota, in the winter, you’ll need outdoor winter recreation gear.

Whether you’re an old pro or new to winter recreation, there’s definitely a need for good winter outerwear and gear.

Exact needs change based on the activity, but here are a few basics that will come in useful for most outdoor winter activities.

Boots

Not just any boots, supportive, waterproof boots.

Those suede and shearling boots are great to pop and run a few errands, but they’re not waterproof and they’re not made for winter recreation.

Wool socks

A good pair of socks, or two, will keep your toes warm.

Snowpants

This is definitely one of those pieces of gear that are activity-dependent, but for things like sledding or snowshoeing, snow pants will keep you warm and dry.

Hats

A good stocking hat that covers your ears is a must-have for winter recreation. If you’re worried about hat hair, style your hair in a way that works with the hat, not against it.

Gloves and mittens

Mostly a preference, as long as your hands are warm and covered. Those thin-knit gloves work well to layer under mittens.

A winter coat

May or may not be necessary, depending on the activity. Sometimes layering shirts, hoodies, and light jackets is better than a heavy winter coat.

That being said, always bring a good winter coat with you for any winter recreation. It’s better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.