Lt. Governor Smith will present proclamation at Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area in Maple Grove
There are more than 2,485 miles of Nordic ski trails all across Minnesota
Some locations have snowmaking capacity, ensuring quality trails throughout the season
ST. PAUL, MN – Joined by families and Nordic skiing enthusiasts at Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area, Lt. Governor Tina Smith will proclaim Saturday, December 9, 2017 to be “Nordic Ski Opener Day”, celebrating the start of the cross-country skiing season in Minnesota. This event is free and open to the public. More details are below.
“Nordic skiing is a favorite Minnesota winter activity, with high-quality trails in every corner of the state,” said Lt. Governor Smith. “I hope you will join me at Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area on December 9 for the start of the ski season. We will have fun activities for people of all ages and ability levels. See you on the trail!”
The Minnesota Nordic Ski Opener, hosted by Three Rivers Park District, will feature family-friendly activities for skiers of all abilities and ages. The event will offer free skiing, rental equipment, and mini lessons. To learn more,
click here.
EVENT: LT. GOVERNOR SMITH TO PROCLAIM “NORDIC SKI OPENER DAY” IN MINNESOTA
WHO:
Lt. Governor Tina Smith
WHAT:
Lt. Governor Smith will proclaim Saturday, December 9, 2017 to be “Nordic Ski Opener Day” in Minnesota.
WHEN:
11:30am
Saturday, December 9, 2017
WHERE:
Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area
12400 James Deane Parkway
Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369
Nordic Skiing in Minnesota
There are more than
220 groomed cross country ski trails across Minnesota, including more than 50 trails in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area and other locations even have snowmaking capacity, ensuring quality trails throughout the season. To learn more about Nordic skiing opportunities across Minnesota, visit:
ExploreMinnesota.com.