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Get Outside and Enjoy the Northfield Snow

Snowshoeing is a great winter activity.

It may be cold, but that doesn't mean you can't find ways to enjoy the outdoors.

The has snowshoes available for rent. Snowshoes are available in youth and adult sizes.

The shoes are $3 per day per pair, Monday through Thursday. Equipment is rented on a daily basis.

For example, equipment rented Monday must be returned by 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Shoes are $6 per pair, Friday through Monday. Equipment rented on Friday must be returned by 4:30 p.m. Monday.

A $25 refundable deposit is required for each pair rented.

For more information or to rent snowshoes, visit the Northfield Public Schools Community Services Division office located on the first floor of the or call 507-664-3502 or email Erin Mayberry.

A Snowshoeing 101 class is offered in January. Check out the Northfield Community Services winter/spring brochure or online.

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