Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, lacing your own pair of traditional snowshoes is a rewarding project that can result in years of enjoyment. The workshop will feature snowshoe kits from Country Ways® of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Frames are made of White Ash, and lacing material is tubular nylon. Each kit also includes "Super-A" style bindings. Participants can choose between Ojibwa, Green Mountain Bearpaw or Huron style snowshoes (please note both style and size while ordering.)

During the class, participants will receive instruction from CNC's Manager of Historical Programs, Kyle Bagnall. Kyle has been teaching snowshoe lacing for 15 years, and has designed effective teaching techniques to help you get the most out of your experience. Participants will also receive a copy of the book "Snowshoeing" by local outdoor author Steve Griffin and a list of great places to snowshoe in Michigan. Workshop hours are 9 am - 4 pm Saturday and 1-5 pm Sunday. Participants should bring a sack lunch on Saturday. 

Model                  Dimensions    Age / Weight    
Ojibwa Youth        9" x 35"         Age 6 to about 110#
Ojibwa Small       10" x 48"        Age 8 to about 140#    
Ojibwa Medium    11" x 54"        130# to about 240#    
Ojibwa Large       12" x 60"        210# and up
Green Mountain    10" x 36"        to about 200#
Huron Adult         12" x 46"        to about 220#

Ages 15 and up, under 18 w/adult