Snowshoes have come a long way since their origins some 7,000 years ago. Back then, it’s safe to guess that snowshoeing was not considered a leisure winter sport.
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Snowshoeing in the Winter: Tips to Get Started
February 23, 2011
Tips to Protect Your Skin Against Frostbite
January 31, 2011
When numbers on a thermometer dip, it’s a good idea to check for frostbite—and be aware of the symptoms and prevention.
If you live in a colder climate and are hardy enough to weather the elements, the temperature outdoors should not keep you indoors, within reason. However, when it is 32 degrees Fahrenheit or less, take precautions to avoid frostbite.
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When I am doing something active outdoors in the winter, my beverage of choice is water. The expression “hydrate or die” is no joke. But, after a cold day skiing, sledding, or skating, nothing warms me up better than a cup of hot chocolate. I am not a hot chocolate snob, although I do need a little more than flavored powder from a packet with hot water, but not much more: Warm milk, coffee, or even peppermint tea with one serving of Swiss Miss works for me.
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