A Beginner's Guide to Snowshoeing in the Canadian Rockies

von Andrew Nugara

512 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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More than 100 snowshoe routes span the Canadian Rockies from Waterton to the Columbia Icefield, with options for beginners through experienced backcountry travellers.A Beginner's Guide to Snowshoeing in the Canadian Rockies introduces a broad collection of winter routes for readers looking to build skills and explore mountain terrain on snowshoes. Trips range from easier outings on gentle ground to more demanding objectives with expansive views and greater backcountry commitment.The route collection includes trips in Waterton, Crowsnest Pass, Lake Louise and areas north toward the Columbia Icefield. Maps, photographs and detailed descriptions support planning, while difficulty ratings, objective hazards and equipment requirements help readers understand what each outing involves before leaving the trailhead.Updated routes and safer alternatives on selected ascents add practical value for changing winter conditions. The guide is designed for newcomers as well as snowshoers seeking new Canadian Rockies destinations, combining route choice with the information needed for informed trip planning.

• Themen: Sport & Freizeit Wintersport / Aktivitäten im Winter Ski Ski Nordisch Skilanglauf
• ISBN: 9781771601849
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.10.2017
• Größe: 175 x 127 mm
• Verlag: Heritage Group Distribution