New Year's Eve snowshoeing in the heart of the Beaufortain

1. Valid identity card or passport

For these snowshoe hikes, you will be provided with a pair of snowshoes and hiking poles.

We also have a stock of crampons if needed.

Equipment

o 1 backpack of 35/40 litres with a flexible frame, equipped with a waist belt and allowing the snowshoes to be attached.

o A large plastic bag to protect the inside of the backpack.

o 1 pair of excellent quality sunglasses with side protection.

o 1 thermos or a preferably insulated water bottle (1.5 liters minimum).

o 1 Opinel-type pocket knife.

o 1 small pouch (preferably waterproof) to put your money, identity card, health insurance card and assistance contract in.

o Toiletries (opt for the essentials, small sizes, samples and travel kits).

o Earplugs or earplugs (optional).

o Toilet paper + 1 lighter.

o Sunscreen + lip balm.

o Airtight plastic container (minimum capacity 0.5 l) + cup + cutlery.

o 1 headlamp or flashlight.

o 1 survival blanket.

o Camera, binoculars (optional).

Personal pharmacy

o Your usual medications.

o Pain medication: paracetamol preferably.

o Lozenges for sore throats.

o Elastic adhesive strip, Elastoplast type, 8 cm wide.

o Sets of adhesive bandages + disinfectant compresses.

o Double skin (Compeed or SOS blister type).

Clothes :

The principles:

For the upper body, the 3-layer principle allows you to manage almost all situations:

- a long-sleeved undershirt made of breathable material (hollow fiber).

- a warm fleece fur jacket.

- a waterproof and breathable windproof jacket of the gore-tex type.

When hiking in calm, sunny weather, a base layer may be sufficient. In rain, snow, or wind, simply add a waterproof jacket. In very cold weather or during breaks, a fleece jacket is an essential addition.

Remember to dress warmly before you get cold, but especially to remove layers before you get too hot. Sweat is the enemy of snowshoe hikers, as it dampens clothing that quickly becomes icy during breaks. Therefore, it's very rare to undertake a climb wearing a fleece jacket.

Avoid anoraks and ski suits, which are too warm and bulky.

The ideal list : (to be adapted according to the hike and the season)

o 1 sun hat or cap.

o 1 scarf.

o 1 bonnet.

o 1 pair of gloves or mittens for winter hiking.

o Short-sleeved T-shirts made of breathable material preferably

o 1 long-sleeved undershirt in breathable material or a shirt.

o 1 fleece jacket.

o 1 waterproof and breathable windproof jacket of gore-tex type with hood.

o 1 rain cape or a bivvy bag if you own the jacket above.

o 1 loose trekking pants.

o Hiking socks (1 pair for 2 to 3 days of hiking). Opt for wool or specific hiking socks. Be careful with cotton as it can cause blisters.

One pair of high-top hiking boots with good ankle support and waterproof soles (Vibram type). Remember to test new shoes and those that haven't been used for a long time beforehand. Boots and après-ski boots are absolutely forbidden.

o 1 pair of gaiters.

o Underwear.

o 1 pair of comfortable trousers for the evening.

o 1 pair of lightweight casual shoes for the evening.