Like every year, National Snowshoe Day invites professionals and amateurs alike to take up this outdoor activity imported from Scandinavian countries. Safety, the environment and technique are at the center of this special day, especially since the discovery of exceptional natural spaces is made possible by the professional solidarity of the recognized French associations Les Accompagnateurs en Montagne, the Fédération Française de

National Snowshoe Day

The 11th national Snowshoe Day falls this January 15. Watch out, snow’s going to crunch underfoot!

 

By Caroline Taret - Photos Office du Tourisme Pays de Forcalquier - January 12, 2012

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la Montagne et de l'Escalade, the Fédération Française de la Randonnée Pédestre, the Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins de Montagne et Nordic France. This Sunday, you can take off to conquer the immaculate landscapes, with their share of wild and protected spots, but also discover the local fauna and flora and traditional mountain heritage: the Lure Mountains, Ubaye valley or the Colle Saint-Michel will hold no secrets for you!

11th National Snowshoe Day

Sunday January 15 2012

Find the complete program here

www.journee-raquettes.org