Winter Fun Day!

Saturday, February 11, 2017 - 10:00am to 5:00pm

WINTER FUN DAY ~ FEBRUARY 11th, 2017  10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. ~ Wapsi River Center

Join us for a fun-filled day of winter activities. This is an event the whole family can enjoy, so plan to come out and discover winter at its best. A limited number of skis and snowshoes are available, so please call to reserve equipment; (563) 328-3286. BYOM ~ Bring your own mug.

  • 10:00 A.M. ~ Cross-country Ski Clinic ~ Come learn the basics of cross-country skiing and tour the Wapsi Center trails; if conditions allow. Participants will learn about proper skiing techniques, safety and equipment. Participants may bring their own equipment.
  • 12:30 P.M. ~ Snowshoe Nature Hike ~ Join Michael Granger on this excursion into the Wapsi River Center's woodlands. We will be traveling the way of the Native Americans and early pioneers, looking for signs of life in the still, winter woods.
  • 2:00 P.M. ~ Winter Bird Feeding ~ Come learn how to identify winter birds; plus how to attract and feed our feathered friends. Fun for all ages!
  • 3:00 P.M. ~ Build a Snowman Contest ~ Have your team make the best snowman ever. We provide the carrots and charcoal! (An indoor snowy art activity will be held if there is no snow).
  • 4:30 P.M. ~ 8th Annual Chili Cook-off ~ The Friends of the Wapsi Center, Inc. will be hosting this annual competition. Please bring your best chili creation to share, and possibly win the coveted chili cup!!!
Wapsi River Center
31555 52nd Ave
Dixon, IA 52745
563-328-3286