Snowshoe Routes, Washington
- ISBN-10
- 0898865859
- ISBN-13
- 9780898865851
- Category
- Snowshoes and snowshoeing
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1998
- Publisher
- Mountaineers Books
- Author
- Dan A. Nelson
Description
This authoritative guide provides complete details on a prime selection of 81 diverse snowshoe routes. Choices range from Easy, relatively level routes for beginners or families, on up to Backcountry, less-defined routes that often include steep elevation gains or require winter- survival and basic mountaineering skills. Each route description includes vital access information, plus estimated time, elevation gain and loss, best time to go, and maps to carry. Introductory material includes information on equipment, technique, clothing, camping, avalanche awareness, and winter safety.
