The Snowshoe Handbook
by Len McDougall
Category: Sports & Recreation

Here is a succinct guide to the ultimate outdoor winter sport -- snowshoeing. Snowshoeing is undergoing a renaissance, thanks to a revolution in snowshoe technology. In The Snowshoe Handbook veteran outdoorsman Len McDougall surveys the history of snowshoes, describes traditional and state-of-the-art snowshoes in detail with expert tips on selecting the right gear, and gives a complete seminar in snowshoeing on powder, hardpack, hills, and ice. Also included is expert advice on cold-weather outfitting, route-finding, survival techniques and more.