Snowshoeing Gear

What started thousands of years ago as a mode of transportation has evolved into an increasingly popular form of winter recreation. Snowshoeing appeals to climbers, runners, hikers−virtually anyone who wants to enjoy nature's winter solitude.

Winter and spring mean avalanches in the backcountry. Most of us pay little attention to these regular mountain phenomena unless someone gets injured or killed in one. Be smart. Whether you go snowboarding, skiing, snowshoeing or climbing, it's wise to learn all you can about avalanches so that you don't end up on the wrong side of a slide.