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Stevens Point's Iverson Sled Hills Open, Goerke Skating Rinks Closed

By: WSAW Staff
Posted: Fri 11:11 AM, Feb 17, 2012

(Press Release) The sled hills in Iverson Park are still open, but the skating rinks in Goerke Park are closed. The toboggan runs in Iverson Park are still closed until further notice.

The Iverson Park Winter Sports Area includes: Two 300-foot long Toboggan Slides; Four Sled and Saucer Hills; One sled hill specifically designated for children six years of age and younger; One outdoor lighted recreational ice skating rink; Tracked and groomed 2.5-mile cross-country ski trail; and a Warming Lodge.


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Winter Weather

Visit the links below to learn more about winter weather preparations and how you can keep you and your family safe this season:

Severe Winter Weather

El Nino and Winter Weather

Preparing for Winter Weather

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Winter Travel


Interested in a little getaway this winter? Check out some snowy sites that are sure to bring you and your family joy this season.

Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Bike along the Truckee River, hop on a carriage ride, or visit Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum!

Stowe, Vermont
Check out the home of Ben and Jerry, at the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory, visit the Cold Hollow Cider Mill, or tempt your taste buds with Laughing Moon Chocolates.

Denver, Colorado
See Mile High Stadium, up close and personal, visit the Children's Museum of Denver, or just enjoy the beauty and shopping of the downtown area.

Sun Valley, Idaho
Do some fly fishing with Silver Creek Outfitters, hike or bike at Sun Valley White Clouds, or go indoors and take up some bowling at Sun Valley Lodge.

Minneapolis, Minnesota
Visit the largest mall in America ... the Mall of America! With more than 500 stores, an indoor theme park, aquarium, and a miniature golf course, it will be a sure hit for the whole family!

Check out some other fun destinations and more about the destinations above here!

All About Sledding!

- Properly dressed?

- Is the sled cracked or damaged?

- Feet first!

- Wear Layers

- Buddy system!

- Purchase the best sled.

CLICK HERE for all of the details about snow sledding!

Family Fun

How to Build
Your Own
Bird Feeders
Looking for some fun, inexpensive ways to have fun with your family this winter season? Try a few crafts indoors such as:

~ Portly Penguin

~ Snowman Cotton Ball Craft

~ Salt Crystal Snowflake

Craft Instructions
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