Snowshoeing is an ideal winter turning to spring sport because nearly everyone can do it. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Snowshoeing is so simple, absolute beginners often learn in a matter of minutes. So ready, set, learn how to snowshoe in the wild on March 25 at 1 p.m. Sugarloaf ski instructor and outdoor sports enthusiast Lori LaRochelle will be waiting for snowshoers (or if there's no snow winter hikers) in the parking lot at the Damariscotta River Associations (DRA) Dodge Point Preserve on the River Road in Newcastle (http://www.damariscottariver.org/trail/dodge-point-public-reserved-land/).

Snowshoeing is a great aerobic exercise, it's cheap, and it puts the entire winter wilderness at the snowshoer's footsteps. Lori's workshop will offer those who are new to the sport, the novice and more advanced snowshoer the opportunity to make sure their gear is properly fitted and that they understand how to remain safe on a trail and in the woods.

This is an intergenerational program open to everyone who has a pair of snowshoes and poles and who registers in advance. To register call 563-1363. A $5 donation is suggested

Remember to dress in layers and bring your water bottle so that you can stay hydrated during your workshop and walk.