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Skiing at the park 2026

Posted on January 12, 2026 by editor

This winter, as conditions permit, the ski cabin will be opened on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Continue reading →

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Friends of Ellenwood Park add three more trail groomers to the crew.

Posted on January 12, 2026 by editor
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Be aware of icy conditions as you walk in. You always enter the park at your own risk and we always remind you to put safety first. Have fun!

Posted on March 6, 2023 by editor
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You should have been there…

Posted on February 12, 2023 by editor

It was a perfect afternoon for a marshmallow roast and the trolley skis got a great workout. The coals were just right for some serious marshmallow toasting. You really should have been there! Why not join us next Sunday?

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It’s worth the effort!

Posted on January 29, 2023 by editor

Our Sunday afternoon marshmallow roasts are so much fun… people will do whatever it takes to get there. Just follow the green SKI CABIN signs down from the Mood Road parking lot to the lake. We’ll be waiting for you. … Continue reading →

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Saturday, January 21st

Posted on January 21, 2023 by editor

At present, the snow is soft with some bare patches on all trails so please exercise caution and be sure to follow the trail guidelines that are posted on the gate! Our ski equipment is free to borrow and is … Continue reading →

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Cross your fingers!

Posted on January 19, 2023 by editor

It’s Thursday, January 19th and we’re eagerly awaiting the arrival of our first significant snowfall tomorrow. If it’s groomable, we hope to have the cabin open on the weekend for xc ski loans from noon until 4:00… and we’ll be … Continue reading →

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Sunday afternoons at Ellenwood

Posted on January 5, 2023 by editor

Still waiting for snow? Can’t go skiing? Nothing to do this weekend? We know something that will sweeten your mood! How about toasting a marshmallow over a crackling campfire? Sunday afternoons from 2:00 until 4:00 you can warm up by … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 23, 2022 by editor
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Don’t you just love the first snow of winter?

Posted on November 19, 2022 by editor

It snowed overnight! Not enough to ski in – yet – but it’s on its way and The Friends of Ellenwood can hardly wait. The skis and snowshoes are in the cabin and we’re ready for the fun to begin!

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