Yes, there's finally snow — get outside and go cross-country skiing

How it works: If you love snow and cardio, cross-country skiing could be for you.

• Instead of relying on gravity while going down a slope, cross-country skiers glide across the snow by using skis, poles and their own movement.

State of play: There can be 50 to 100 people using the trails at Jester Park on a busy day, says Marc Hollander, a member of the club.

• Other popular skiing spots include Raccoon River Park, Maffitt Reservoir, and Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt.

What they're saying: Sometimes, it's just about breaking out of the doldrums and learning to embrace winter, Hollander says.

• Some winters, his family dons headlamps and goes out to ski after work.
• "I enjoy the quietness of getting out in the middle of the winter," he says.

How to get out: If the snow keeps falling, people can finally get out this weekend.

• If you're new or interested in cross-country skiing, Hollander recommends joining the Nordic club on Facebook or following Jester Park Nature Center for up-to-date information.
• Jester Park offers ski rentals — but call and check ahead of time, as there needs to be 6 inches of snow on the ground. Active Endeavors in WDM offers rentals for $15 a day.