Nature Novice: Snowshoes

Name: Nature Novice: Snowshoes
Start: 2025-02-08T13:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-02-08T14:00:00-06:00
Location: 11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438-2418, United States

Schedule

Sat Feb 08 2025 at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438-2418, United States | Bloomington, MN

New to winter recreation? Learn how to snowshoe during our introductory program where refuge staff will teach participants how to properly wear and utilize snowshoes. Participants will gain experience by practicing walking forward, turning around, and learning how to go up and down hills. Snowshoes will be provided. Registration required.
Date and Time: Saturday, February 8th from 1:00-2:00pm
Location: Bloomington Ferry Trailhead - 11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438
Registration Information: 20 spots open for registration at https://signup.com/go/aCiJOED
Activity Level: Medium-active
Meet Us: Meet at the Bloomington Ferry Trailhead kiosk.
What to Bring: Good walking winter boots, water, and appropriate winter gear. Monitor weather forecast and be prepared for the temperature and precipitation. A cancellation notice will be sent via email to registered participants in the event of severe weather.
Accessibility: Restrooms and drinking water will not be available at the trailhead. The trails are not plowed, so be prepared to walk in snow if it is present. There is a parking lot.
Program Leader: This program is led by refuge staff.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to these events for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services, close captioning, or other accommodation needs at least ten business days before the event to Oscar Hernandez at [email protected].