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Before Snowshoeing Alone, Ask Yourself These Questions
"Getting to the top is optional. Getting down is mandatory." - Ed Viesturs
Keep Your Hands, Feet, and Head Warm for Snowshoeing
A magic hat is what turned Frosty into a real walking and talking snowman. As written by Steve...
Tips for Camping First Aid: What To Bring and Do
Murphy’s Law is the real deal, whether you like it or not. If something can go wrong, it will go...
7 Steps to Being a Survivor: How To Survive Outdoor Emergencies
Losing vital gear, suffering a crippling injury, becoming disoriented or lost while snowshoeing in...
Compass and Map Reading 101: Basics for the Beginner
I was snowshoeing alone one evening in the Big Eau Pleine Park near Wausau, Wisconsin. I began at...
Midwest Snowshoer to Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP)
On a visit to Colorado in 2005, I went snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP). I drove...
Winter Hiking Safety 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Hikers and Snowshoers
Winter hiking has exploded in popularity here, where I live in the Canadian Rockies. There are...
Using Crescent Moon Foam Snowshoes While Ice Fishing
Once the snow starts to fall, it’s time to pull out those snowshoes. Exploring the trails and...
6 Ways to Refresh Your Safety for Winter Hiking and Snowshoeing
One of the best aspects of snowshoeing and hiking is that it’s so easy to get started. You...
Hike Snowshoe Trails This Fall and Stay Safe This Winter
The cool, crisp breeze, a golden leaf fluttering to the ground, and wood smoke wafting through the...
Slide Into Backcountry Snowboarding on Snowshoes
Backcountry riding is one of the fastest-growing winter sports. But for many interested in...
