Although snowshoeing is about as simple as walking, you must develop a certain knack for the sport. The key is tying your snowshoes on correctly. Mukluks, preferable to boots, give a better feel for the snowshoes. Feet should be tied so that when they lift forward, the toe goes through the toe hole and the tail of the snowshoe stays on the ground. The depth of snow and body weight should be considered when selecting snowshoes.
Large snowshoes work best in deep, unbroken snow.
A smaller pair of racing shoes function better on well packed trails. Snowshoes, which can be used for just about anything from travelling to racing, are still widely used in recreation, trapping and staking mining claims in the Yukon. While there are no organized snowshoe clubs, the Arctic Winter Games provide a venue for experts to show everyone else how it's done. Winter in the Yukon presents a prime opportunity for black and white photography. Some of the most dramatic moments occur at -40 degrees.