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Ski trail clearing Oct. 18 at 4th of July Pass

Cross-country skiers take a break for cookies and hot chocolate in the warming hut at Fourth of July Pass. (The Spokesman-Review)
By Rich Landers richl@spokesman.com(509) 459-5508
Cross-country skiers take a break for cookies and hot chocolate in the warming hut at Fourth of July Pass. (The Spokesman-Review)
Cross-country skiers take a break for cookies and hot chocolate in the warming hut at Fourth of July Pass. (The Spokesman-Review)

WINTERSPORTS — The Panhandle Nordic Club is calling for volunteers to join them in a “lopping party” to trim brush along the ski and snowshoe trails on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Fourth of July Pass.

Meet :  Fire Station at Cherry Hill Park on 15th at 9 a.m..  Carpooling is advised since we will take a few cars on the trails to specific locations.

What to bring :  Loppers, gloves, warm clothes, lunch and water.  Dessert will be provided at the picnic shelter.

Another note :  Club meetings will be held this season through April 2015 at the CDA Police Department meeting room.  Address is 3818 Schreiber Way off of Kathleen.  First meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m..

Info: Jim McMillen, jimmccda@gmail.com .

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