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  • Snowshoes.com Launches Get Going! Workshop Series at REI

    Want to start snowshoeing, but unsure where to begin? Snowshoes.com launches its Get Going! Workshops at 32 REI locations nationwide, for beginners & intermediates looking for tips on getting started and places to go.

  • Tips for Eating Healthy on the Run

    Life is busy and the last thing anyone wants to do is spend a lot of time thinking, shopping and preparing for meals. However, good daily nutrition does take a little planning, but it does not need to consume your entire day.

  • Earth Day

    What will you do for Earth Day? Take a minute to reflect on the beauty and inspiration around us, and effect some small change for the betterment of the planet.

  • Morning stroll?

    With so much snow across the country this winter, where have you gone snowshoeing that you never thought you would?

  • Snow in 49 of 50 States!

    Get out and explore with snow on the ground nationwide!

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Snowshoes.com Launches Get Going! Workshop Series at REI

By graham, Posted: October 19, 2011

Introducing the Snowshoes.com Get Going! Workshop Series at REI

SEATTLE, Wash. - (October 3, 2011) - Snowshoes.com, an online guide to staying active in winter, announces the launch of the Snowshoes.com Get Going! Workshops at select REI stores nationwide. The workshops are designed for everyone from first-timers looking for assistance on choosing a snowshoe or dressing for winter, to intermediates looking for tips and places to go.

(Photo by Ian Coble/Atlas Snow-Shoe Company)

The Snowshoes.com Get Going! Workshops feature education and product from presenting sponsors Atlas Snow-Shoe Company, Tubbs Snowshoes, and GORE-TEX to provide participants with the essential tools and resources to become active, knowledgeable and confident snowshoers. The workshops are led by adventure athlete and snowshoe enthusiast Julie Hudetz. Hudetz, a former competitive cyclist, adventure racer and avid snowshoer, brings with her several years of experience as a workshop presenter for the Atlas Explore Winter Women's Workshops and the W.L. Gore Dressing for Success Winter Workshops. "The Snowshoes.com Get Going! Workshops are a great way to get motivated and get the whole family out on snowshoes," said Hudetz. "Attendees can look forward to gaining a solid foundation to explore snowshoeing as a winter sport in an inspirational and fun setting." The Snowshoes.com Get Going! Workshop series kicks off its whirlwind tour on Nov. 1, 2011 at the Brookfield, Wis. REI store, and continues through 32 REI locations nationwide in three months. The workshops are offered at no cost to participants.

(Photo by Ian Coble/Atlas Snow-Shoe Company)

In addition to an hour-long presentation, attendees will also receive a goody bag, gift with purchase offers and the chance to participate in drawings for great prizes from presenting sponsors Atlas Snow-Shoe Company, Tubbs Snowshoes, GORE-TEX, and supporting sponsors Marmot, Arc'teryx, Outdoor Research, Vasque, Merrell, and Clif Bar. From how to choose the right snowshoe to what to wear, how to plan a snowshoe trip, and where to find local trails and events, the Snowshoes.com Get Going! Workshop series will teach participants of all ages and abilities the essential tools and techniques to explore winter's wonder. For more information on each workshop, visit www.snowshoes.com/events or www.rei.com/stores, or click on any of the individual locations in the schedule: Snowshoes.com Get Going! Workshop Schedule (click links for workshop details and sign-up): Don't miss out! Attendees are sure to leave with lots of great information, giveaways, and excitement for the coming winter!

(Photo by Ember Photo/Tubbs Snowshoes)

Tips for Eating Healthy on the Run

By wendymiller, Posted: May 19, 2011

With summer just around the corner, graduations, the school year coming to a close, and the lure of summer activities, this time of year tends to be quite busy. Our friends at Luna Bar put together these tips for eating health on the run.

Life is busy and the last thing anyone wants to do is spend a lot of time thinking, shopping and preparing for meals. However, good daily nutrition does take a little planning, but it does not need to consume your entire day. Here are a few easy tips to help you meet your nutritional needs and nourish your active lifestyle:

  • ALWAYS eat breakfast! Two slices of whole grain toast with all-natural peanut butter, a piece of fruit and a glass of nonfat milk is a simple way to start energizing your day.
  • Keep your meals colorful. This means you're eating your fruits and vegetables, which contain good-for-you antioxidants and fiber.
  • Make a general plan for eating each day. Have an idea of what you'll be doing for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Be prepared--don't let hunger sneak up on you! Make sure to have a nutrient-dense snack, such as your favorite LUNA or LUNA Protein Bar (now "gluten free"), stashed in your purse or workout bag.
  • Keep it clean. Stick to whole grains, lean protein, nonfat/lowfat dairy, quality fats (i.e. avocado, nuts, nut butters, vegetable oils), and plenty of fruits and vegetables.
  • Choose organic whenever possible--it's better for your body and the environment.
Taking the time to plan your nutrition will enable you to enjoy a variety of delicious foods and maintain the energy you need to accomplish your goals each day.

Check out more great nutrition articles From Luna Bar.

Earth Day

By graham, Posted: April 22, 2011

April 22nd, Earth Day. Take a minute to reflect on the beauty and inspiration around us, and effect some small change for the betterment of the planet. If you're heading out in the mountains, take someone with you. If you can't, find some time to make a change or share the impressiveness of our environment with your kids, family, friends. Understanding and awe for the world around us brightens the day, and keeps a strong reminder of why we need to do our part to protect the world around us. A little mountain inspiration from around the world, courtesy of Planet Earth's episode on Mountains.

Morning stroll?

By graham, Posted: February 24, 2011

So nice to wake up to snow in Seattle this morning. Maybe a early morning trek through Lincoln park? Not quite deep enough for snowshoes, but it sure would be pretty. With so much snow across the country this winter, where have you gone snowshoeing that you never thought you would? Snow in Seattle Leave a comment below on the blog or a post on the Atlas Snowshoe Forum.

Snow in 49 of 50 States!

By graham, Posted: January 12, 2011

It's a winter wonderland! CNN is reporting snow on the ground in 49 of 50 states! So what to do now? Get out your snowshoes! Explore the woods behind your house, go for a stroll down a snowy road, play with the kids outside, maybe just use them to get to the mailbox. Whatever your use, we want to hear about it! Add a trail to Trail-Net, post a picture on our Facebook page, or just leave a comment here with your story. Let's see how many states we can get!