On moderate terrain with deep snow, start in a
straight run and swing first one pole, then the other down the hill.
As you bring one pole basket back, the other pole
should be swinging forward.
Gradually add the turning of the feet and legs to
the swinging of the poles.
The poles should swing way down the flow line;
the steeper the slope, the farther down the flow line you should reach.
- As your speed increases, less motion is
required.
Instead of "planting" the pole, try
touching the snow gently with the tip. It can be a real surprise when you sink
up to the grip of the pole.
Try punching the hand forward immediately after
touching the snow with the tip.
In deeper snow, more exuberance and arm motion
may be required when swinging the pole. This will help to power your skis
through the snow.
Print this out for future
reference and remember to have fun!
Expert 
+ Powder