The Cass County Conservation Board, Thursday, CANCELLED the Sweetheart Snowshoe Hike that was scheduled to take place at the Pellett Memorial Woods north of Atlantic tonight (2/12), at 7 o’clock. The event was cancelled due to the extreme cold conditions.

You can still plan, however, to join Cass County Conservation and Atlantic Parks and Recreation for a no school Snow Fun Afternoon! February 19th 2021 2pm-4pm at Sunnyside Park in Atantic – near the Kiddie Korral. Cass County Conservation will have their snowshoes available for check out near Kiddie Korral shelter. The Atlantic Parks and Recreation offers an assortment of winter recreation opportunities for all ages and skill levels. Cross country skis and sleds are available to be checked out from the Parks and Rec Office at (712) 243-3542.

There are several miles of trails around the park for cross country skiing, rustic hiking trails, cleared trails along the hard surfaced road, and there are Fox and Goose trails made for all to enjoy. The Parks and Rec Department is currently hosting a Snow Sculpture Contest with plenty of space for people and snow for everyone to take advantage of. Hot Chocolate will be available!