
Looking to escape the chilly confines of your home office and get the family's blood pumping? Scott County's Cleary Lake Regional Park is offering just the ticket. On February 6, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., you can join in on a refreshing snowshoe trek designed to reintroduce your system to a little something called fresh air. After you've tread the snowy trails, huddle up by the fireplace for a cozy session of hot cocoa indulgence, storytelling, and a round of Winter Wonderland Bingo. Scott County promises a dose of winter wellness that's suitable for every family member, from toddlers to grandparents.
Don't let the need for equipment slow you down; the program offers free snowshoe rentals for you to conveniently strap on. And for those little tykes not quite ready to snowshoe, a sled will do just fine to ensure they're warmly included in the family fun. Scott County notes "a few sleds on hand," but urges parents to bring a sled for their youngsters if they can. This lovely bit of winter camaraderie is brought to you through a partnership with the Family Resource Centers of Scott County and Scott County Libraries, aiming to strengthen family ties without making you spend a dime.
This chilly expedition isn't exclusive but an open invitation to families of all shapes and sizes. Each winter-weary soul is welcomed, regardless of age, to come and breathe in the seasonal splendor of Cleary Lake Regional Park. Just remember, if you're bringing someone who's 11 or younger, they'll need the company of an adult to tackle the trails. It's about safety, folks – pure and simple.
Put down those tablets, grab your mittens, and prepare to step, or rather to briskly snowshoe, out into a world where the winter blues can't reach you. If you're intrigued by the mix of exercise and cozy fireside relaxation, then Thursday, February 6 might just be the sweet spot in your typically overstuffed calendar. And, to make it all the more irresistible, remember this program is "free and open to all ages," as the announcement states. So there you have it, clear your schedule, bundle up the kids, and take a family time-out with Mother Nature as your hostess. She promises not to disappoint.