Volks Ski Fest January 23-31, 2010
Unless otherwise noted, activities are free. However, where indicated, ACTIVITY REGISTRATION, please register for the activities due to limited capacities.A Sampling of the 2010 Volks Ski Fest Activities
~ Call Prior to Scheduled Outdoor Activity to check Trail & Weather Conditions ~
Saturday, January 23, 2010
New this year, an exciting Kick Off event to Volks Fest: the Volks Ski 400 on Saturday, January 23, 2010. REGISTRATIONSunday, January 24, 2010
Guided Snowshoe Hike on Kadunce River trail, 1pm, Grand MaraisMeet at 1pm at Lake Superior Trading Post, Grand Marais. Limited number of demonstration snowshoes available. Must have own transportation to trail site. ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
Dog Sled Rides 9:30am until 4:00pm. Fee. Call: Lutsen Tofte Tourism Association at 218-663-7804 for rates and to make your reservations!
Monday, January 25, 2010
Guided Cross Country Ski Tour on Onion River trails, 1pm, LutsenOpen to all skier abilities, no longer than 5km, beginners welcome! Meet at Lutsen Resort at 1pm, must have own transportation to trail site and equipment. ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Guided Snowshoe Hike, 1pm, Gunflint TrailMeet in Bearskin Lodge at 1pm. Must have own equipment and transportation to Lodge. ACTIVITY REGISTRATION.
Call Bearskin Lodge, 1-800-338-4170.
Horse-drawn Sleigh Rides through the woods at Cascade Lodge, Lutsen. Enjoy a hot chocolate at the bonfire. Rides are available FREE to guests of Cook County lodging establishments, call 218-663-7804 to reserve! 6:00pm and 7:30pm
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Guided Snowshoe Hike on Onion River trail, 1pm, LutsenMeet at Lutsen Resort, must have own equipment and transportation to trail site. ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
Call Adam Harju at Lutsen Resort, 1-218-663-6630
We regret that we are not able to have our previously scheduled Candlelight Ski at Cascade Trails due to lack of new snowfall.
Please enjoy a night time ski at this location: Lit Night Trail Skiing on Pincushion Trails, Grand Marais – Free! (After dusk) Enjoy one of the county’s most popular trails after the sun sets. When your ski is done, take a few minutes to warm up in the warming chalet.
Horse-drawn Sleigh Rides through the woods at Cascade Lodge, Lutsen. Enjoy a hot chocolate at the bonfire. Rides are available FREE to guests of Cook County lodging establishments, call 218-663-7804 to reserve! Times: 6:00 PM & 7:30 PM PM.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Guided Back Country Ski Tour, 1pm, Gunflint Trail, an exclusive adventure! ACTIVITY REGISTRATIONMeet at 1pm at Bearskin Lodge and head out with your guide into the winter wilderness of the Superior National Forest.
Call Bearskin Lodge, 1-800-338-4170
Guided Snowshoe Hike on Kadunce River trail, 1pm, Grand Marais
Meet at Lake Superior Trading Post, limited demonstration equipment available, must have own transportation to trail site. ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
Call Lake Superior Trading Post, 1-218-387-2020
Horse-drawn Sleigh Rides through the woods at the Okontoe Family Homestead on the Gunflint Trail, enjoy a hot chocolate at the bonfire. Rides are available FREE to guests of Cook County lodging establishments. Call 218-663-7804 for rates and reservations! 6:00pm & 7:30pm.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Waxing Clinic, 1pm, Bearskin LodgeLearn the best ways to apply wax for a more enjoyable ride! ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
Call Bearskin Lodge, 1-800-338-4170
Guided Snowshoe Hike on Cascade trails, 1pm, Lutsen
Meet at Cascade Lodge at 1pm, must have own equipment and transportation to Lodge. ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
Cascade Lodge, 1-800-322-9543
Lit Night Trail Skiing, Pincushion Trails, Grand Marais, after dusk
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Skijoring Clinic, 9am-12:00noon, meet at George Washington Pines Trailhead on the Gunflint Trail, parking available.Must have own transportation to trail head. Limited to 12 participants
Human participants only, trained dogs will be provided for this how-to clinic! ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
Call Adam Harju directly at 1-218-370-1124
Andrew Slade, Author of Skiing the North Shore, Book Signing at Lake Superior Trading Post, 1pm-3pm, Grand Marais, MN
Skiing the North Shore, a wonderful memory of your trip Up North! Skiing the North Shore is the skier's ultimate guidebook.
Horse-drawn Sleigh Rides through the woods at Cascade Lodge, Lutsen. Enjoy a hot chocolate at the bonfire. Small fee. Call 1-218-663-7804 to reserve! 6:00pm, 7:30pm and 9:00pm.
Fireside Chat by Andrew Slade, author of Skiing the North Shore 6pm-7pm, Lutsen Resort, Lutsen.
Join Andrew Slade in the lobby by the fireplace and listen to stories from his travels and ski experiences on the North Shore.
Dog Sled Rides every Saturday and Sunday, 9:30am until 4:00pm. Fee. Call: Lutsen Tofte Tourism Association at 1-218-663-7804 for rates and to make your reservations!
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Stop in for the fantastic Brunch with a view at Lutsen Resort, 7:30am - 11:00am, a wonderful way to finish your stay in Cook County!Post Brunch Ski: Call Adam Harju at Lutsen Resort, 1-218-663-6630
Dog Sled Rides every Saturday and Sunday, 9:30am until 4:00pm. Fee. Call: Lutsen Tofte Tourism Association at 218-663-7804 for rates and to make your reservations!
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