Wondering what to wear snowshoeing? Many people dress for it as they would for downhill skiing — wearing heavy ski jackets and pants. That’s a big mistake! Snowshoeing is a lot more physically demanding than …
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There are hundreds of types of snowshoes, and the choice often feels overwhelming to beginners. To help you narrow your options, here’s a buying guide to determine the types of snowshoes that would work best …
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If you only ever snowshoe in the valley, then you will most likely never need to worry about avalanches. However, as soon as you venture into the backcountry, you move into avalanche terrain and assume …
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