Friends of Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge 9th annual Candlelight Ski Event on January 28th

LITTLE FALLS — On January 28 at 5:30pm, The Friends of Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge  & Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge will host its ninth annual candlelight ski event. The event will begin at moonrise. Activities will include skiing and snowshoeing the Platte River Trail, where 1 mile will be lit with luminaries. Along the route there will be a bonfire, hot drinks and refreshments provided by the Friends of Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. This program is free and open to all ages. Participants are strongly encouraged to bring their own equipment. A limited number of skis and snowshoes will be available for free checkout during the event. A headlamp or flashlight is also recommended. Access is being provided after dark for this evening only; the refuge is normally open just during daylight hours. Cancellation or postponement due to inclement weather will be announced on local radio stations, posted on the refuge website and shared on the Friends of Crane Meadows Facebook page.