Free classic and skate-style cross country ski lessons are available for children and adults at the After Hours Ski Trail in the Brule River State Forest on Saturday. Parents or guardians must register children, and those age 8 or younger should be accompanied by an adult. Youth groups such as scouts and 4-H may participate by pre-registering. No memberships or trail passes are required.
Lessons start at the trailhead at 12:45 p.m.
Rental equipment will be available until 4 p.m., but only to those who preregister and are present at the 12:30 p.m. equipment checkout time. The cost for rental skis, boots, and poles is $5 for youths 12 and younger and $15 for others. Register by 8 p.m. Thursday by calling Susie Isaksen at (715) 372-4939.
