Snowshoeing for beginners
Snowshoeing is an easy winter sport that takes you into deep snow without any skiing skills. It burns a lot of energy and takes you into the Finnish winter forest. This guide helps you plan your first trip.
You will need
- Snowshoes (can be rented or borrowed, also from many libraries)
- Walking or hiking boots
- Poles with snow baskets
- Layered clothing and spare gloves
- A phone and a thermos flask
Steps
Choose the right snowshoes
The size depends on your weight and gear: a heavier walker needs a larger surface area. Smaller snowshoes work on forest paths, larger ones in deep loose snow.
Fasten the snowshoes correctly
Walk with a slightly wider stance
Use poles
Learn to handle slopes
Choose an easy route
Stay safe
Dress in layers
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