CROSS COUNTRY, DOWNHILL SKIING AMONG MANY WINTER ACTIVITIES OFFERED IN MANSFIELD, OHIO

11-23-2007

 

Mansfield, Ohio - Malabar Farm State Park is giving visitors yet another reason to enjoy winter in Mansfield, Ohio.  Ten miles of beautiful wooded land will be devoted to cross-country skiing, a low-cost sport designed to accommodate both advanced skiers and beginners.  Cross-country skiing requires little snow and offers an unbeatable low-impact cardio workout, making it a great activity throughout the winter season.  Beginners’ workshops and equipment rental are offered for only $30 a person, while the cost is just $15 for those who bring their own skis, boots, and poles. 

 

For those who enjoy skiing in the fast lane, Snow Trails Winter Resort offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and sledding.  The resort’s newest and increasingly popular addition, snow tubing, is a high-speed rush on an 850-foot descent.

 

Malabar Farm and the Kingwood Center also offer festive holiday tours featuring holiday lights, floral displays, and outdoor views of winter’s natural wonderland. 

 

The area also offers the perfect opportunity for one-of-a-kind shopping at the unique locally owned specialty boutiques in downtown Mansfield or at one of the area's shopping centers, perfect for winter holiday time.

 

Mansfield and Richland County, Ohio offer a wealth of outstanding travel adventures and experiences, including breathtaking winter scenery and rural and hometown experiences, as well as hiking, biking, golf, cross-country and downhill skiing, bird watching and other outdoor adventures. With a variety of affordable inclusive getaway packages, starting as low as $59 for a winter getaway and $99 for a ski package, visitors can select a customized Mansfield getaway that perfectly matches their tastes and interests. For information or to order a free visitors guide, consumers can call (800) 642-8282 or visit www.mansfieldtourism.com.

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