I am beyond excited to experience my first winter in Maine! I know I will be EXTREMELY unprepared for the ice, the snowstorms, and extreme cold temperatures, but I will learn as I go. One thing I would prefer to not learn through experience, and be OVERLY prepared for through the advice of Mainers, is vehicle needs and safety.

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I have been graciously receiving so many tips and tricks that I knew it was time to compile a list because the only thing I have right now is an ice scraper (I save my credit cards for inflation). Here is what you told me that I need in my truck so I can be ready to handle anything that this first Maine winter throws my way.

Things to Have in Your Vehicle for a Maine Winter

You told us what we needed to have in our vehicles to be prepared for a Maine winter.

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Here Are Some of My Favorite Comments from You for Maine Winter Vehicle Needs

Angel Lynn Melcher - Beef Jerky, shovel, cat litter, hand and foot warmers, blanket and water yes, it'll freeze but it'll also melt.

Jayne Pride - Flashlight, shovel, ice scraper, phone charger, warm clothes in case you have to walk.

Sandy Bolstridge - Whiskey, vodka, tequila, snacks, flashlight, hats, mittens, hand warmers & and extra cup to share the alcohol.

Sierra Cyr - Jumper cables blanket first aid kit blankets extra hat and mittens and my snow scraper.

Donna Mullens Alley - Scraper, cat litter, snacks, blanket, water, gloves, boots, extra wool socks, wool hat, flashlight, extra batteries for flashlight, cardboard, shovel, chains.

Michael Finley - Tow strap, whiskey, blanket, AAA card

Thank you so much to everyone for offering great advice on what I need inside my truck to be prepared for my first Maine winter. If you have anything to add to the list, please comment here!

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