Basic Snowshoeing Course - Foothills (Eastside) - 2017

Snowshoeing Course

Basic Snowshoeing Course

Learn how to get out into the winter wonderland safely on snowshoes with this introductory snowshoe course.

Want to learn to snowshoe? This course is designed for those with no or little experience who want to learn basics of snowshoeing. Whether you are new to snowsports, want to have fun in the winter outdoors or yearn to take winter hikes, this is the course to get you started on your winter adventure. The course will cover basic balance, maneuvering on snowshoes, going up hill and handling downhills, through a combination of lectures and field practice.  The 2017 course will include in-depth avalanche awareness education provided by a Northwest Avalanche Center expert, and graduates will be awarded an Avalanche Awareness badge.  

Snowshoe gear required.

Course Requirements

This course has no scheduled activities.

Roster
Required Equipment

Will be communicated to students in advance of the field trips.