Archive for the ‘Winter Vacations’ Category

MN Cross Country Ski by Candle Light

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Lanesboro, the Bed and Breakfast Capital of Minnesota invites you to enjoy our winter wonderland in Southeast Minnesota.  The Root River State trail is groomed with dual tracks and ready for cross country skiing.

Candlelight Ski on the Root River Trail
Candlelight Ski on the Root River Trail

Make plans now to join us February 5 – 7 for a “Flurry of Fun in February”  highlighted by the 18th annual Whalan Candlelight Ski on Saturday evening.  Start at the Whalan Town Hall at dusk, ski for a mile by candlelight and warm yourself by the bonfire.  Then ski back to Whalan for another bonfire, homemade soups, sandwiches and hot beverages at the Whalan Town Hall.  Skis can be rented at Cedar Valley Resort.

Lanesboro’s downtown district will be candlelit at dusk where restaurants, shops, Bed and Breakfasts and the Lanesboro Arts Center await your visit.

Visit www.lanesboro.com and click on the Winter Weekend link to see a full calendar of events.

Cross Country Ski in Lanesboro, Minnesota

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009
 
 Cross Country Skiing on the Root River State Trail in Lanesboro MN
We have a fresh pack of snow in Lanesboro, Minnesota and it looks like a Winter Wonderland!  A great place to get away from the holiday bustle and relax in the place of no franchises!  The Root River State Trail is packed and tracked for cross-country skiing from one mile east of Fountain to Houston.
 The Harmony-Preston Valley trail is packed and tracked from Isinours Junction to six miles south of Preston.
 Ski passes are available in Lanesboro at the bp Gas Station, 100 Sheridan St W (Hwy 16) or the DNR website: www.dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/skipass/index.html. Cross Country Ski Boots & Equipment and Snowshoe Rental is available at Cedar Valley Resort
507-467-9000. 

Minnesota Winter Vacations

Friday, December 11th, 2009
Downtown Lanesboro facing snow trimmed North Bluff
Downtown Lanesboro facing snow trimmed North Bluff
The Lanesboro area received 15 inches of snow this week!  Lanesboro, Minnesota is a beautiful destination for Minnesota Winter Vacations! The Root River State Trail has been groomed for cross-country skiing from Peterson to Fountain and at the Old Barn Resort junction for 12 miles toward Harmony.
Check out the flurry of winter activity in Lanesboro and information on cross country ski passes and equipment.
Lanesboro Winter Getaway Packages are a great way to slow down during this hectic holiday season and give yourself or someone you love the gift of relaxation and cultural experiences.