Tag: snowshoeing
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Snowshoes or No Snowshoes? 7 Questions to Ask Before Hitting the Trail
How deep will I sink?? A common question (or at least it should be!) when hiking in snow is whether or not snowshoes are necessary. Take it from me: sinking into deep snow over and over again will quickly ruin your winter hike. “Post-holing”, the term for when your foot sinks and creates a deep…
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Colorado’s Backcountry Cabins: the 10th Mountain Division Huts
Colorado is well-known for its picturesque landscapes and mountain getaways. However, few people know about the 10th Mountain Division Huts, which are tucked away deep in the peaks between the cities of Aspen, Vail and Leadville. Many require a hike, snowshoe or ski in depending on the time of year, but a few have trailheads…
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How to Layer for Winter Hiking
When hiking in cold temperatures, finding the right temperature balance is key. It’s obvious that you don’t want to get too cold, but you also don’t want to get too hot. Heavy sweating will work against you when you stop for a rest, as wet clothes increase heat loss through conduction and evaporation. For this…
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