Traversing

Traversing or side hilling is a common method of travel and can be used to avoid overly steep or difficult terrain. Keeping your balance is key. Push the uphill side of each snowshoe into the slope to create a shelf as you move along. Keep your weight on the uphill snowshoe. If possible, walk in the steps made by the person in front of you. Use your poles. Extend the downhill pole and shorten the uphill pole until theyre even.