On this weeks episode of Gear Abby Shawnté celebrates Women-Led Wednesday with adventure book recs, a beginner snowshoe deep dive, and what to do when you stumble into an elk harem.

In This Episode!

• Women Adventure Writers You Need to Read: Memoirs from river guides, thru-hikers, and survival badasses
• Snowshoeing 101: How to pick the right snowshoe deck size for your weight + conditions.
• Wildlife Etiquette: What to do when you encounter elk, moose, or other large ungulates. The “Horny Animal Power Rankings” make its debut.
• What’s Worth Carrying in the Backcountry: Shawnté’s essentials beyond the phone.

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