6 Ways to Stay Active During Winter
It’s no secret that the winter season in Grand Forks is cold and snowy, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to enjoy the outdoors! Check out these ways to stay active and have some winter fun!
1. Cross Country Skiing
Want to know one of the best spaces Greater Grand Forks has to offer? The Greenway! The Greenway is approximately 2,200 acres of natural open space in the heart of Grand Forks, ND, and East Grand Forks, MN. There are amazing ski trails throughout the Greenway area and along the Red River! Skis can be rented at The Outpost at the UND Wellness Center or bought at Ski and Bike Shop!
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2. Ice Skate at the First Community Credit Union Downtown Ice Rink!
The FCCU Downtown Ice Rink is one of the most picturesque places in the heart of Downtown Forks. There’s nothing better than ice skating under twinkling cafe lights, with the stars overhead, and a warm Urban Stampede cocoa in your hand. Don’t have skates? Play it Again Sports has plenty to buy or rent!
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3. Go on a run with See Dick Run
Every Thursday night, See Dick Run hosts a group run for the community to join. Running isn’t your cup of tea? That’s no prob. You can also snowshoe, ski, bike, or walk alongside the group! Build community while also staying physically active!
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4. Join the Town Square Broomball League!
Broom what? Broomball! Broomball is a game similar to hockey but played without skates and with a ball instead of a puck. Teams play on the FCCU Downtown Ice Rink twice a week! For more info, head to broomballgf.com!
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5. Downtown Axe’s Axes + Yoga Events!
Need a stress reliever? Downtown Axe hosts Axes + Yoga events throughout the year! $20 gets you a 45 minute yoga session, 1 free beer, and 45 minutes of axe throwing! Relax with some yoga poses and local brew then blow off some steam throwing axes! Head to their Facebook page to find out when the next event is!
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6. Shop till you drop in downtown Grand Forks + East Grand Forks!
There’s nothing more tiring than walking to all our cool downtown shops, trying on cute outfits, and swiping the credit card. Shopping is definitely hard work! There’s no better way to get active and support small businesses than grabbing your crew and shopping till you drop!
(P.S. You can even book a private shopping event for just you and your gals at The Silo Boutique!)
Photo Credit: The Silo Boutique