Antique Trapper Snowshoes - Sap Shoes Ski Boots A young mother enjoying Wintertime

A young mother enjoying Wintertime Fun with her children: The snowshoes and toboggan were hung on the wall ready for the snowy day adventure

Wired with UL certified parts and finished with antique bronze finish

While the Backyard Board will handle any size rider it is ideal for the very young (under ten) beginner who might feel uncomfortable in bindings while learning

They feature a very unique metal and leather binding along with pointed tips (nipple tips) and small utility holes bored through

These have a unique power strap (black leather)

Antique Trapper Snowshoes - Sap Shoes Ski Boots A young mother enjoying WintertimeVintage Trapper Maple Sap Collecting Snowshoes c. 1920's 40's, 20th century Wood, Babiche, Metal 39. 5"l x 11"w x 2"h Vintage Winter A wonderful example of the creativity involved in hand making snowshoes. For some reason I have found this particular style of snowshoe associated with the maple sap industry. Perhaps their durable design suited the daily abuse inflicted by maple sap farmers. I have also seen old photos of gold rush snowshoes fashioned