• Drink lots of water while snowshoeing. You may not seem thirsty in the cold winter air, but lack of water on a hike will leave you dehydrated.
• Look for trails with fluffy snow that is about six inches deep.
• Dress in layers so you can add or subtract clothing as necessary.
• Always make sure you travel with a guidebook if you are not traveling on a maintained loop. You should also check to see if the area you plan to hike is open to snowshoers and if you need a permit to traverse the area.
• Beginning snowshoers should stick to controlled environments such as ski resorts. Wait until you are more experienced to try out the backcountry woods.