Author: Jordyn

Keys

Remember any and all keys you’ll need at the cottage, whether it’s the front door, back door or boat keys – you don’t want to be stuck without them. Consider putting all your cottage keys on one keychain to avoid forgetting or misplacing them, and don’t forget to make duplicates. 

Entertainment

Games are key to a successful weekend at the cottage. Whether it’s board games, lawn games or card games, this is the kind of entertainment that will bring the family together for hours of fun. 

A Cozy Blanket and a Good Book

Nothing says relaxation like curling up under a cozy blanket and reading a good book. Find a comfortable throw that works for you, whether it’s lightweight cotton, super-soft cashmere or warm wool; there’s something for every kind of napper. Now, just make sure to stop by the library before you go to pick up a few good reads for the weekend. 

First Aid Kit

Although most people don’t want to think about something bad happening when they’re at the cottage, it’s important to always be prepared. Make sure you have a first aid kit in the cabin with everything you need in case of an accident. It’s also wise to have a first aid kit in your vehicle. 

Drinking Water

This item is probably one of the most important items on the list, yet it’s often missed or forgotten about when it’s time to pack for the lake. Stop by the store in the city to fill up your water jugs and make sure you have enough to last you for your entire stay. 

Chargers

The cottage is the perfect place to disconnect from technology, but your phone should still be on and fully charged in case someone needs to get a hold of you or vice versa. It’s easy to forget your charger when packing, which is why we suggest purchasing one that you can leave at the cottage full time. 

Campfire Goodies 

A weekend at the cottage isn’t complete without all the ingredients for a campfire. Be sure to pick up firewood on the way out and all the ingredients for s’mores – because what’s a campfire without s’mores?! 

These are some of our essentials for a weekend at the cabin, we’d love to hear yours! Let us know in the comments below. 

We posted a photo prompt every day from June 17 to July 1 asking our audience to share a photo that coincided with the theme that day. The themes ranged from wildlife to a view of the lake to what’s grilling on the barbecue. 

We were thrilled to see such amazing engagement from our audience. People sharing photo’s of their families, animals and cottages, all while using the hashtag #TimberRidgePhotoChallenge.

Each post that included our designated hashtag was counted as on entrance, there were 14 prompts in total, which means that someone could essentially enter for the giveaway 14 times. 

You may be asking, “what exactly does a Timber Ridge prize pack include?” We put together a number of items that will help elevate your lake life including a s’more kit, kitchen oils and spices and fishing gear. 

The winner of our contest was Jessica Wall (@jesss.wall on Instagram) who posted five photos with the Timber Photo Challenge hashtag.

Jessica’s photos were a great representation of the many memories that are made at the cottage, from playing games with the family to kayaking with friends – these really are memories that will last a lifetime. 

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Timber Ridge Photo Challenge and stay tuned for another giveaway soon.