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Now that the groundhog has seen his shadow, here’s what to do with your six remaining weeks of winter

Nola Mullins, Feature Editor
February 16, 2022

You’re sitting on your couch in the middle of a cold winter day with nothing to do. As the days drag and the winter weather begins, everything just seems to blend together into one big mass of boredom. Cold weather and COVID have shut down many activities, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun.

Junior Conner Rafferty slides on a rail while skiing. In Michigan, up to 2.4 million ski visits occur each winter.

Snowboarding and skiing are a great way to have fun while taking advantage of the cold weather and snow. Places near Kalamazoo to snowboard and ski include, but are not limited to, Bittersweet Resort and Timber Ridge .

Snow tubing can be a great activity for those who don’t want to exert too much physical energy while still having a fun time. You can snow tube at Echo Valley and Timber Ridge. Sledding is similar to snow tubing as another fast and sometimes wild activity to take part in, making it great for those who have been cooped up inside for a while. Good sledding areas can be found at Portage Northern High School and Kindleberger Park.

Left to right; Sophomore Josephine Velo, Senior Isabela Neves Cordeiro, and Sophomore Odessa Clemente, ice skating on Woods lake. In normal winter conditions, Michigan lakes can have ice around six inches thick.

Ice Skating is another great way to take advantage of the weather and season for a fun activity. You can ice skate at The ice rink at Millennium Park.

Movie marathons can be a fun way to stay cozy inside while having a fun time. These are some popular movie series that are sure to make you want to lay in bed all day: The “Home Alone” series, now streaming on Disney Plus; “Harry Potter,” available on Peacock; “Back to the Future,” available on Peacock; “Star Wars,” available on Disney Plus; and “Maze Runner,” available on Amazon Prime.

Baking is a great way to benefit yourself and your family members by making some delicious treats that everyone can enjoy. Gingerbread is a fun tasty treat that is sure to put a smile on your face. Cinnamon rolls are another surefire way to make a delicious breakfast or dessert. Almost any pie can be a delicious dessert for any occasion.

Conner McBride, a student baker, making danishes. Conner is known for making sweet treats. (Credit: Conner McBride)

Loy Norrix also offers many clubs, any of which can be a fun or educational after school activity. It’s a great way to meet new people, see new perspectives on things, and make friends.