How to Attach Snowshoes to a Backpack

Stick those snowshoes on your pack, grab your skis or snowboard and fly down the hill you just labored up.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Backpacks
• Skis
• Snowboards
• Snowshoes

1. Examine your backpack. You'll need straps on the side of the pack to attach snowshoes.
2. Place the top of one snowshoe against a side of your pack, so that the sharp cleats point out and the bindings face in.
3. Tighten one side strap of your pack directly below the cleats. If you have two straps per side, tighten the extra strap lower on the snowshoe.
4. Attach the other snowshoe on the other side. When properly attached, the upraised toes of the snowshoes should be in contact with each other.
5. Make sure the snowshoes are snugly strapped in, then enjoy the ride down.

Tips & Warnings

• If your pack is big enough, try stuffing both snowshoes inside.
• Snowshoeing is a physically demanding sport that could result in serious injury. We recommend that you seek proper equipment and training before undertaking this activity.