Alycia and I have been discussing cross country skiing for quite a while now, thinking that a fun enjoyable outdoor activity will be just what we need to look forward to the snow and winter wonderland that is North Dakota for 5 months (approximately) out of every year. We visited the local ski shop and looked at the bottom of the line cross country ski package, and it was pricey enough that we wanted to make sure that it was enjoyable enough before we dropped a few dollars on our own skis, poles, and boots.
So on Sunday we went down to Lincoln Park where they check out cross country skis, ice skates, and sleds for free (awesome!!) and picked up some cross country skis. Seriously, how awesome of a city is that rents this stuff for free in its local parks. So we got geared up and set out on the trails, spent an hour and a half zipping around the huge park, and had a great time. The temperature was in the pleasant range 15 above or so, but there was a stiff wind, which made it seem pretty chilly. We were definitely done after an hour and half.
As you can imagine, the whole town is geared for cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and other modes of frozen conveyance. There are a ton of skiing routes (you can see them here) around town, and you can pretty much get from our house in Riverside Park on the north end, all the way down to downtown, and through Lincoln Park to the south end of town.
Alycia had only been downhill skiing before, and not only had a great time, but took to it like a Presbyterian to rummage. Considering that it's great exercise and very accessible (part of the trail starts right near our house in Riverside Park), there are very likely some skis in our future. And next time, I promise we'll try to remember the camera so you can see how much fun you aren't having.
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