The cabin posts from earlier this week got me inspired to put together a few necessities for a small cabin in the woods.
1. Every cabin needs a Farmhouse Sink. This one is simple and doesn’t take up too much space. 2. Dale’s Pale Ale, a Colorado essential. 3. Coleman’s classic two mantle lantern for the camping feel. 4. Pendleton has been making blankets for years. This one is a version of the traditional Beaded Strip Blanket worn by the Northern Plains people. 5. 12 piece enamelware set is light, inexpensive and easy to clean. Perfect for packing in and out. 6. A rustic barn wood table that can take a beating and be all the better from it. Made just up the road in Pony, Montana. 7. You’ll need a french press that holds a lot of coffee. When friends get wind of your back country cabin, they will be spending the night. 8. Galvanized bucket. Filled with snow will keep all your beer chilled. 9. No cabin is complete without an Adirondack Chair or two. And these are eco friendly to boot. 
10. All the extra time you will have without TV, email and Internet could be easily occupied by a good book. Why not one that will inspire? 11. Snowshoes are a necessity for getting around in the snow. 12. As is a snow shovel. 13. Art work is key to defining a space. Why not make it functional too, add a Colorado Map to the walls to help you get your bearings. 14. Some hooks to hang all those snow covered clothes. These are about as close to nature as you can get. 15. This outdoor fire pit is made for cooking and will add some warmth and ambiance. 16. I can’t say I love futons but you’re going to need a sofa that does double duty. The back cushion can be removed to make room for two. 17. This rug, inspired by nature is a work horse. Sections can easily be replaced. 18. The Luau Portable Lamp, for when the kerosene in your Coleman runs out, because it inevitably will.
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Thanks for reminding me to buy a galvanized bucket today for the shop. Exquisite taste as always Casey!
Thanks Sam. Hope the opening went well last night. Looking forward to a trip to PDX to check everything out.
2. Dale’s Pale Ale
I have to admit I didn’t think that Dale’s Pale could be considered an “essential” beer for anyone, but I will admit that nothing beats a well hopped beer from a can.
Ok, so Dale’s isn’t essential, but pretty close!