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Flat lay of a pair of snowshoes and walking poles
Borrowing Snowshoes
How to Borrow
Snowshoes are available at the John M. Harper Branch during winter months
Snowshoes are available on a first come, first served basis (no holds)
Snowshoes can be borrowed for three (3) days using an adult library card with NO renewals available
Snowshoes come with walking poles
How to Return
Snowshoes must be returned to the John M. Harper Branch only
Return snowshoes directly to staff during library hours
Snowshoes may not be returned through a returns slot
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Sizing Chart
We offer three sizes of snowshoes, each uniquely color-coded for easy identification.
Size Dimensions Weight Range
Toddler (green) n/a up to 22.6 kgs (50 lbs.)
Kids Small (purple) 17.8 cm × 48 cm
(7 in. × 19 in.) 22.6-40.8kgs (50-90lbs.)
Kids Large (pink) 20 cm × 53 cm
(7.9 in. × 21 in.) 36.2-54.4kgs (80-120lbs.)
Adult Small (orange) 20.3 cm × 53.3 cm
(8 in. × 21 in.) up to 68 kgs (150 lbs.)
Adult Medium (red) 20.3 cm × 66 cm
(8 in. × 26 in.) up to 90.7 kgs (200 lbs.)
Adult Large (blue) 22.9 cm × 74 cm
(9 in. × 29 in.) up to 113.4 kgs (250 lbs.)
Learn How to Snowshoe
Strap in and step out—here’s your quick guide to mastering the basics of snowshoeing!
VIDEO
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