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Hey-O, it’s Ski-O

Orienteering, the art of finding your way to points given a map and compass, is making its way to the City of Lakes Loppet lineup of events. The MN Orienteering Club is partnering with the Loppet Foundation to run the Ski-O Loppet on Saturday Feb 2....

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Loppet Potluck and Chili Cook-off – Jan 27

So you think you can ski?  Well, the Loppet want to know how well can you cook.   But most importantly- how much can you EAT? Join Loppet Foundation skiers for a community potluck and chili cook-off in the heart of your winter ski season.  Ski a moderate...

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Trail Repair Day – Fri Jan 4th

Come join us on this Friday, 10am-12:30pm, at Wirth Park for a shovelling party.  With the new snow, the "Back 40" and "Back 9"  ski trails are in pretty good shape with a few notable exceptions.   We are going to haul snow with snowmobiles to the few...

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Uniquely Kubb – a fun event to toss… and toast!

Since 2010, Minneapolis artists Roxie & Tom Lubanovic have created one-of-a-kind, handmade trophies for the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Kubb Tournament. This creative couple's trophies reflect the unique nature of the Scandinavian lawn game and the...

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Waffle Loppets – Jan 5, Feb 9

This winter - Loppet members should come to Wirth HUNGRY.  Wafting from Loppet headquarters will be the smell of sweet batter sprewing from waffle irons hard at work. Inspired by waffle cabins dotting the ski slopes of Europe, the Loppet is bringing the...

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