Snowshoeing & Snow Hiking
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a true heaven for snowshoeing and snow hiking. With wild mountains, sharp and elegant peaks, impressive reefs that overlook almost the entire country, it is an undiscovered gem for most lovers of these activities. Snowshoeing and snow hiking are relatively new recreational activities in the country. They are easy to learn and in appropriate conditions are safe, as well as inexpensive recreational activity.
Modern snowshoes are made of lightweight metal, plastic, and other synthetic materials. Ski areas in and outdoor equipment stores in the country often offer snowshoes for rent. Snowshoers often use trekking poles as an accessory to help them keep their balance on the snow.
Snowshoeing expands the potential for exercise available in the wintertime and is not detrimental to the environment. During the winter season guided and self-guided snowshoeing and snow hiking trips are offered in many locations around the country. Enthusiasts can enjoy the tranquility of snowshoe walks through pristine and snow-covered forests and peaks far away from the crowds.
Hiking on snow is a sport that involves walking along a route in the mountains in winter. Snow hiking is for everyone and is an excellent, healthy way of discovering the mountains in winter. Whether you are young or old, using snowshoes or simply a suitable pair of boots, snow hiking opens the way to natural surroundings of exceptional beauty. Snow hiking can be practiced anywhere in the mountains in winter, provided, of course, that you are not endangering yourself! Whether you are on a flat surface, climbing or going downhill, in a forest on signposted paths or off them, the very concept of hiking on snow is to make the most of the mountains and enjoy total freedom away from the crowded slopes, speeding skiers and noise of the ski lifts.
Although being able to walk is all that is required to snowshoe or snow hike, you do need to know the safety rules for these activities in order to enjoy them. Prepare well – check the weather forecast and bring water and snacks. Never walk alone and follow the marked trails. Wear appropriate clothes and shoes, your activity can quickly be ruined by defective or unsuitable equipment. The best guarantee of a successful outing in the mountains is to take a professional guide with you.