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2012-13 Winter Sports press release

To learn if winter sports areas are open, call our seasonal info line (330-865-8060) or follow @metro_parks on Twitter.


Cross-Country Skiing
Some park trails are too steep to negotiate safely on skis. To help keep your skis from being damaged by sharp, uncovered stones, ski only when the trails have at least two inches of snow cover.

Ice Skating
Wear properly fitted skates with sharpened blades for enhanced control and safety. Never skate on a pond or lake unless signs indicate it is open for skating. Remember, not all ponds are ready for skating. Ice must be four inches thick and free of snow, and temperatures must remain several degrees below freezing for long periods of time.

Sledding
The best conditions for sledding include frozen ground with at least two inches of snow cover.

 

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Did You Know?

Antifreeze
The wood frog uses glucose in its blood as a sort of antifreeze, protecting vital organs from damage while the rest of the body freezes solid.

Bike Patrol
To assist park visitors, volunteers patrol the Bike & Hike and Towpath trails April 1 through October 31.


Pavilions & SheltersSwimming

 



















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