A Beginner's Guide to Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing is a great way to get out and explore nature in the winter.

Now that we actually have some snow cover on the ground here in Western NY perhaps those of us that got some snow shoes for Christmas can finally try them out, maybe for the first time ever.  Before doing that though, here's a well written article via rei.com with quite a bit of info to help you enjoy the experience.

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/snowshoeing-first-steps.html?cm_mmc=sm_fb_76501-_-content-_-na-_-ea-_-link-_-traffic&fbclid=IwAR10i4_Ca8T01Yo-ItEyv9YKBI24cRQ0ALZBqgPh480sx-t39ThFKxmiO3U

Okay, so you're read up and have tromped around the yard a few times to master the basics.  Now it's time to head out and explore a little which begs the question; "Where's some good places to enjoy my new winter pastime?"

For starters, here's a few awesome spots locally;

1.) Letchworth State Park - Castile, NY

2.) Genesee County Forest & Park - E. Bethany, NY

3.) Audobon Beaver Meadow Nature Center - Jave Center, NY

4.) Chestnut Ridge Park - Orchard Park, NY

5.) Genesee Valley Greenway Trail - Cuba, NY 

Enjoy!!