The winters in New York State can be long, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t be fun. There are plenty of great parks all around this great state that are perfect for getting the most out of the outdoors—even when it’s really, really cold outside. At Sam’s Point Preserve, which is located inside of Minnewaska State Park Preserve, they offer some of the best snowshoe lessons in New York. For anyone out there who is curious about snowshoeing, there couldn’t be a better time to learn than right now, this winter. To learn more, keep reading, below.

Snowshoe lessons at Sam’s Point Preserve are being taught at 11 in the morning every single Saturday in January, February and March—weather permitting, obviously.
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The lessons are designed for those who are new to the art of snowshoeing, and want to give it a go. Trust us, it really can be a great winter activity. There’s nothing like skating along some fresh powder in the middle of a glorious winter afternoon.
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Every lesson is run by a Sam’s point employee, who will help with instruction on how to correctly wear and adjust the shoes. They will additionally work with newcomers on their technique until they are finally ready to get out there on the trail.
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 Explore The Snowy Landscape On A Snowshoeing Adventure At Minnewaska State Park Preserve In New York

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The lesson will last up to an hour long.
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For this program, snowshoes can be rented at a very reasonable, discounted rate of $5 per person.
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To pick up some shoes, just head over to the Sam’s Point Visitor Center before the lesson starts.
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This winter, don’t stay at home—get out there and enjoy the natural elements by doing some snowshoeing at Sam’s Point Preserve! We promise it will make the season a lot more enjoyable. While in the area for snowshoe lessons in New York, why not check out Aroma Thyme Bistro, which we think is one of the best restaurants in New York’s Hudson Valley region. And for those looking for a place to stay in the area, we recommend the very cozy Minnewaska Lodge.

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Sam's Point Area of Minnewaska State Park Preserve, 400 Sams Point Rd, Cragsmoor, NY 12420, USA