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Now that things are starting to freeze, what\u2019s a person to do? How about trying one of these ice related activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1) Curling<\/span> – Every Olympics’ we sit there glued to the screen watching this sport and wonder where on earth did these people learn to do this? It looks so easy. I could do that! We are now seeing these clubs popping up all over the Twin Cities. Stop in and check one out at the Dakota Curling Club<\/a><\/span> or the new Chaska Curling Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) Fly a Kite<\/span> – When the lake freezes on Lake Harriet, the kites come out. January 19th is the 12th annual kite festival<\/a>. Bring your kite, or purchase one there. Either way, it will be tons of fun for the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n

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3) Ice Castle<\/span><\/a> – If you haven’t been, it’s kind of a cool experience. To make things a little easier on yourself, I recommend going on a weeknight or make sure the temperatures are still above freezing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otherwise, you will wait in line for hours and be slipping all over the place.<\/p>\n\n\n

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4) Ice Carving<\/a><\/span> – Check out these cool ice sculptures from Metro Ice Sculptures<\/a>. Each year they usually take some top prizes at the St. Paul Winter Carnival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5) Ice Climbing<\/span> \u2013 They offer clinics at the festivals demonstrating how to get started. Otherwise, Vertical Endeavors also offer trips and classes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sandstone Ice Festival is one of the biggest in the state. Unfortunately, due to the warm start to the 2015-2016 winter, it has been canceled this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6) Ice Fishing<\/span> \u2013 It\u2019s has become a Minnesota Classic. You don\u2019t have to have an ice house and a bunch of crazy equipment to get started. Just borrow an auger and rod from a friend and get a chair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or better yet, go with them! While the competitions go on all over the state, Brainerd <\/a>probably has the biggest: http:\/\/icefishing.org\/<\/span><\/a>. For more information on getting into the sport, check out this how-to article. http:\/\/cottagelife.com\/entertaining\/a-beginners-guide-to-ice-fishing<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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7) Ice Skating<\/span> \u2013  Centennial Lakes<\/a> in Edina is a great location for outdoor skating. It’s free to skate. If you don’t have skates, you can rent them $6. If you are looking for a little less authentic Minnesota Cold experience but still magical time, check out the Depot<\/a> in Minneapolis.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

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8) Polar Plunge<\/a><\/span> \u2013 Take the plunge and jump into some freezing cold water for The Special Olympics. Everyone I have ever talked to that participated always said how much fun it is. It definitely should make everyone’s bucket list. http:\/\/www.plungemn.org\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Do you have any other ice-related favorites? Considering most of these items are Minnesota classics, I am a little ashamed to admit that I personally have only done two. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My goal this year, to go out of my comfort level a bit and make sure to try a few more on this list. How about you? Are you up for the challenge?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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