From 40 plus degree temperatures this past summer to the current state of flooding across the southern coast when does it stop? What is going on with our weather patterns? Well, you can blame it on climate change or you can use the stoic approach and say that’s the way mother nature balances and heals herself.

Think about it for a second. We did have 40 plus days of consecutive sunshine and during that time the news stories were reporting about drought and how to conserve water. Let’s look at the past month and a half. Counting today as I write this piece. We are now heading to 31 days of rain throughout the south coast.

However, today’s post is not about dreaming or wishing we can have our classes taught through Zoom or Bongo at some sunny destination and drinking an alcoholic beverage of your choice. Today I will discuss what to wear to keep yourself dry for the next five months.

Are you a Vancouverite? Then you know as the weather starts to get dark and wet. All you need is a good fleece jacket to stay warm and what the outdoor industry calls a jacket ‘hard shell’ to keep yourself dry.

The choices can go from as low as a hundred dollars up to one thousand dollars. However, they are all the same when it comes to the construction of the jacket. The following are some pointers.

Always start by looking at breathable jackets and waterproof. The gold standard in the industry is jackets that use GORE-TEX. Next, you want solid craftsmanship. Always look and test the zippers on the jacket nothing is worst when you can’t zip your jacket up during a potential downpour.

Last on the list is ventilation. If you are an active person and enjoy hiking, biking, or just a walk. You want to stay warm but also prevent yourself from overheating. So are you ready to walk out into the rain now?