Learn about backpacker snow safety with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits ! Here, Ned describes how to safely travel through snow using tried and true techniques. He also gives tips for hikers preparing for the Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail , or for general backpacking travel in snow. If you'd like to watch this video, you can apply for our Trail Family membership , and can find all of the Safety Series videos in the Video Library after approval. In this episode, Ned goes over: 1. How to move over snow, prevent falls, and how to fall safely (if it comes to that!). 2. Traction devices and tools to help you be safe when traveling through snow 3. Self-arrest techniques & much more Connect & follow along with Ned: Mountain Education YouTube Facebook Instagram Did you love this episode? If so, please help fellow hikers find the show by following, rating, and reviewing the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts ! Connect With Us: Join The Trail Family THRU-r Website THRU-r Instagram THRU-r TikTok THRU-r Facebook THRU-r Youtube THRU-r Threads Cheer's YouTube Cheer's Instagram Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis
