How to Use Poles With Snowshoes

Poles are used with snowshoes for added balance and to transfer weight. They'll also help you get up if you fall.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Ski Hats
• Ski Gloves
• Ski Poles
• Snowshoes

1. Take a step with one foot while planting the opposing arm's pole.
2. Repeat on both sides using the poles as balancing aids.
3. Shift more body weight onto your poles when your legs are fatigued or to achieve a full-body workout.
4. Plant both poles in front of you when going up or down steep slopes.
5. Plant both poles into the ground and push up on them to stand after falling.

Tips & Warnings

• Poles are not a mandatory piece of equipment for snowshoeing, but after using them once, chances are you'll be hooked.