There are a number of excellent activities to help you experience the great outdoors during the winter. Try snowshoeing near 1212 Avenue des Pins Ouest Apartments. For today’s post, the Hazelview Properties blog team has compiled the information you need to get started this season.
Prepare for the weather
Winter activities require excellent winter gear. Stay safe while snowshoeing by investing in a high-quality coat, hat, mittens and pants. Mountain Equipment Co-op, or MEC, is always a popular choice for outdoor clothing. The nearest MEC is on Saint-Denis (4394 Rue Saint-Denis), a 20-minute bus ride from 1212 Avenue des Pins Ouest Apartments.
Rent equipment
Now that you have the basic clothes you need to be outdoors, it is time to rent your snowshoe equipment. Most Montreal parks that have snowshoe trails rent gear on site. If you want the very best selection and the expertise of a salesperson, visit a local sports store. Fitz & Follwell Co. (115 Avenue du Mont-Royal Ouest), for example, is just a five-minute drive from 1212 Avenue des Pins Ouest Apartments. This neighbourhood shop also offers tours that include snowshoeing by reservation during the winter months.
Snowshoe spots nearby
Parc du Mont-Royal (1260 Remembrance Road) is a great place to go for snowshoeing. It is an easy four-minute walk from 1212 Avenue des Pins Ouest Apartments and has three kilometres of trails that are appropriate for enthusiasts of all ages and skillsets. After you explore Parc du Mont-Royal, discover the snowshoe trails at Cap St. Jacques Nature Park (20099 Boulevard Gouin West), Montreal’s largest park. There are five-and-a-half kilometres of trails at this scenic city destination, a 30-minute drive from 1212 Avenue des Pins Ouest Apartments.
Safety reminders
As with any winter sport, it is important to prepare for your day by drinking plenty of water before you head outdoors. Consider taking a small bag with you to hold snacks and a water bottle for your day.
Hazelview Properties knows you will have a blast learning to snowshoe this winter. For more information about 1212 Avenue des Pins Ouest Apartments, visit our website today.