Wintertainment: Indoors and Out by Jessika Cesilia Perez
The shorter days shouldn’t mean we shrink back our living. Indoors or out, West Michigan offers quite a few winter entertainment options for all tastes. Whether your friend, group, or family are looking for their next activity, or maybe a Mental Health Day, here are some options along the Lakeshore. OUTDOORSY “Winter activities at Muskegon Luge are super unique.” Outdoor Adventure Specialist Dan Bonner shared about the snowy activities at Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park. “We have a 2-acre outdoor ice skating rink, 1/4 mile ice skating trail through the woods, winter luge track, snowshoe trails along Lake Michigan and the longest lighted trail system in the Midwest.” Rental equipment is available including a sit ski that glides via upper body movement. Adaptive Sports Through the use of specialized equipment and mobility aids, MSports is able to offer their year round activities for everyone. “Our staff is trained to offer different options and then let the participant make the decision on how they want to move forward with each activity.” Bonner stated. “There is also training on the hard skills 14
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and how to use different adaptive equipment that we utilize at the park. “We work to explain each piece of adaptive equipment.” Bonner shared. “And how it is used.” Usually, the explanation takes longer than the set up. During the summer, patrons are able to enjoy outdoor activities including sliding down a 1400-foot double zipline and the only wheel luge track in America. Be sure to check the weather or call ahead if unsure of conditions. Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park 462 Scenic Drive N. Muskegon, MI 49445 1-877-879-5843 msports.org
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