Snowshoe Routes: Washington (Paperback)

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"The must-have guide for Washington is Dan Nelson's Snowshoe Routes: Washington." -- Western Journey

"The must-have guide for Washington is Dan Nelson's Snowshoe Routes: Washington." -- Western Journey<br /><br />Beginners and advanced winter hikers will appreciate the detailed trail descriptions, photos, and personal narratives. -- Sports Etc.<br /><br />Nelson points out places where the beginner can get safely started while also detailing routes only the experienced should tread. --Sequim Gazette

Beginners and advanced winter hikers will appreciate the detailed trail descriptions, photos, and personal narratives. -- Sports Etc.

Nelson points out places where the beginner can get safely started while also detailing routes only the experienced should tread. -- Sequim Gazette --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Description

Washington hikers are fast discovering that there's no reason to stop hiking when snow falls. Since 1990, the number of snowshoers has increased by more than 300 percent. Covering 81 routes ranging from beginner-level to hard-core backcountry, Nelson provides much-needed access information for finding the best winter trails. Introductory material discusses basic techniques, equipment and clothing, winter camping tips, route selection, safety, and maps.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Mountaineers Books; 1st edition (December 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898865859
• ISBN-13: 978-0898865851
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #992,344 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Snowshoe Routes : Washington, April 4, 2000

By A Customer

My wife and I snowshoed for the first time this past winter - now were hooked. This book is a great resource for locating good hikes. When it is raining during the Seattle winter - grab your shoes, this book and head out. Your sure to find deep powder and a great trail. Well worth the money!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A nice resource for either the novice or the expert!, May 11, 2000

By	"kanaeda" (Washington, D.C.) - See all my reviews

This winter I went snowshoeing for the first time, and this was the guide that I used. Nelson provides a helpful resource for those searching for a nice trail or a backcountry spot to take on during a nice winter day. I found his directions and descriptions both informative and fun. If you live in the Northwest and own a pair of snowshoes, or want to try it for the first time -- as I did with a few friends -- than this book is well worth the cost!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice guide to snowshoeing in washington., November 22, 2000

By	"icapote" (St.Petersburg, FL USA) - See all my reviews

A good general guide to snowshoeing in Washington. The trail descriptions are detailed, also provides elevation gain, mileage, and seasonal information. There is also information about road access which is especially essential in winter.

One thing I always tend to harp on with these types of guidebooks is maps. In this case they are somewhat lacking. My feeling is that if you are going to include one then make it good and useful. Otherwise this is a good all around guide-book. Its one of many publishes by 'The Mountaineers'. There guidebooks are generally very high quality and I've read many in coming to that conclusion.