Snowshoeing is a hobby that is finding more and more fans. It is excellent aerobic exercise, takes you into the backcountry beauty of deep powder snow, and it allows for the kind of winter sport that does not rely on packed slopes for enjoyment. There are no long lines of waiting, and there is no need for copious returns to the lift. Best of all, the equipme… read more
While snowshoes may seem intimidating to a beginner, they're quite easy to walk in if you're wearing the appropriate size. Each size of snowshoe is designed to carry a specific weight range, so before you purchase snowshoes, you should know how much you weigh, plus the weight of anything you intend to carry, such as a pack. Check the tags on the snowshoes--s… read more
Snowshoeing is an easy and affordable way to enjoy winter trails. Snowshoes are specially designed to distribute your weight over a larger surface area so that you don't sink into the snow. Snowshoes' large surface area and other features allow you to literally float through the snow. read more
A good pair of winter boots will serve you well all winter long. Whether on a long trek into the back-country or outside in your driveway shoveling snow, you want a boot that will stand up to the wind, snow, ice and dropping mercury and keep your feet warm and dry in the coldest, wettest conditions the season throws at you. Here are some picks from several t… read more
While snowshoeing is commonly done with pack books like Sorels, or with hiking boots, it is possible to use ski boots, especially more flexible ski boots such as telemark boots, with snowshoes. Using alpine boots can also be done, and some backcountry skiers use smaller snowshoes for steep climbs where using climbing skins would be difficult. When using ski… read more
Faber manufactures traditional and modern snowshoes. Both types operate on the same basic principles of weight distribution over a large area, but the construction materials are different. The traditional models use a wood frame with r… read more
While the learning curve for cross-country skiing is steep, those looking to explore the backcountry in winter can master the use of snowshoes very quickly, as the technique isn't much different than walking down the street. Using snow… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
Search by Keyword
