Basic Snowshoeing
Our Courses
Want to learn to snowshoe? This course is designed for those with no or little experience who want to learn the basics of snowshoeing. Whether you are new to snowsports and want to have fun in the winter outdoors, or yearn to extend the hiking season to include winter adventures, this is the course to get you started.
This course will cover the basic balance, maneuvering on snowshoes and handling up and down hills through a combination of lecture and field practice. Topics include selection of and use of proper equipment, renting equipment, choosing a trip based on conditioning and skill level, and winter travel safety.
Course Fee: Members: $75, Guests: $85 (Scholarships available)