FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 - or -
ERIC BARNETT - 216-635-7014
For an activity that's both recreational and fun, join Cleveland Metroparks Institute of the Great Outdoors (IGO) for snowshoeing programs this winter!
Dating back thousands of years, snowshoes were essential tools used by trappers and fur traders. Today, snowshoeing is a fast-growing winter sport and an inexpensive way to trek snowy terrain.
The following IGO snowshoe programs are offered this winter:
Snowshoe Rentals
January 5, 19 and 26 � 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. � Squire's Castle � North Chagrin Reservation
February 2, 3, 16 and 17 � 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. � Sledding Hill � South Chagrin Reservation
Embrace the snow this winter by trying snowshoeing! Learn the basics from IGO staff and then get some practice. Special boots are not required, but waterproof footwear and layered clothing are suggested. Rentals will be available when snow is 4 inches or deeper. Pre-registration is not required. Last rental is at 2 p.m. Squire's Castle is located off Chagrin River Road in North Chagrin Reservation, south of Chardon Road/Route 6 in Willoughby Hills. The Sledding Hill is located at the corner of Sulphur Springs Drive and Chagrin River Road, off Miles Road in South Chagrin Reservation.
Ages: 8 & older
Fee: $13 per pair (tax included)
Snowshoe Night Hikes
January 9 or February 5 � 7 - 9 p.m. � River Grove Picnic Area � North Chagrin Reservation
January 22 � 7 - 9 p.m. � Look About Lodge � South Chagrin Reservation
Strap on snowshoes to explore the splendor and marvel of nature at night. Snowshoes, headlamps and hot chocolate are provided. Bring waterproof footwear and dress for the weather. Registration is required (216-341-1704). River Grove Reserved Picnic Area is located off Chagrin River Road in North Chagrin Reservation, south of Chardon Road/Route 6 in Willoughby Hills. Look About Lodge is located at 37374 Miles Road in South Chagrin Reservation, between SOM Center Road/Route 91 and Chagrin River Road in Bentleyville.
Ages: 14 & older.
Fee: $15
Valentine's Day Snowshoe Night Hike
February 14 � 7 - 9 p.m. � Look About Lodge � South Chagrin Reservation
Surprise that special someone this Valentine's Day with a star-filled night sky snowshoe hike. Snowshoes, headlamps and hot cocoa are provided. Special boots are not required, but waterproof footwear and layered clothing are suggested. Registration is required (216-341-1704). Look About Lodge (216-341-1704) is located at 37374 Miles Road in South Chagrin Reservation, between SOM Center Road/Route 91 and Chagrin River Road in Bentleyville.
Ages: Adult
Fee: $20
For more information, a complete list of other IGO courses and to register, call 216-341-1704.
Discover the joy of snowshoeing with the Institute of the Great Outdoors of Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life, naturally!
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