Luminary Winter Snowshoe & Ski

Join Dane County Parks to enjoy an evening stroll under the winter stars. We will have 2 paths set up of luminaries, one for those who would like to cross country ski and one for those who would like to snowshoe*. After getting out on the trails, warm up by the fire and enjoy hot cocoa, cider or s'mores! An indoor area will be available for warming up in our Nature Center space, where you can view our ambassador animals and do a winter-themed craft. 

Ho-Chunk Nation will also be building a snow snake experience at this event. Snow Snake consists of creating a stocky, long berm of packed snow with a semi-circle down the middle. Players create their own snow snakes from sticks, old broom handles, or whatever creation they design and compete to see who tosses their snake the farthest down the track. Come try it out!

Cost: Free. S'mores & Hot Cocoa will be available with donation to our environmental education center. 
Age: All 
Note: Snowshoes available for rent in the nature center space. $5 per pair to use during the event. Children and adult sizes available. These are available on a first come first serve basis. We recommend wearing snow boots when using the snowshoes.

Would you like to volunteer to help this event go well?
There are a variety of volunteer roles needed such as set-up/take-down, craft assistance, and fire monitor. Click here to learn more and to register for a volunteer shift! (Volunteers for this event get a free snowshoe rental and refreshments, and are invited join the event either after or before their shift.)

*If there is no snow, event will still be hosted as a luminary hike.