Allen F Blocher Planetarium - Public Programs on Sundays at UWSP

Two shows during December 2,9,16 and 23.  Winder Wonders at 2:00p.m. and Season of Light at 3:15 p.m.

Schmeecle Reserve Programs - Fuzzy Furbearers Dec 7 at 5 p.m - Snow-Bound Survivors Dec 9 1-2 p.m.   Snow Birds Dec 12 6:30 p.m and Winter Waterland Dec 13 at 6:30

Skiing - Cross Country skiers are offered more than 36 miles of trails . Beginner to expert trails are to be found at Iverson Park, Plover River Trail, Schmeeckle and Standing Rocks. For information on snow conditions please contact the Portage County Parks Dept. at 715-346-1433 or City Parks  at 715-346-1531.

Downhill Skiing - is available at Standing Rocks and for more information call 715-346-1433.

Sledding - Iverson Park Winter Sports Area - Hillcrest Drive in Stevens Point. There are 4 sled and saucer hills,one hill specifically for children under 6. Two toboggan slides, warming house, ice-skating and groomed cross country skiing trail. Dependent on weather conditions. www.stevenspoint.com/wintersports

Snowmobiling -Portage County has more than 30 miles of scenic groomed trails. Call for information on trails and conditions 715-343-6277. Call the Convention & Visitors Bureau for a trail map. 715-344-2556

Sleigh Rides - Wild West Campground & Corral - 9495 Hwy 54 Amherst.  Call to make sure of winter conditions 715-824-5112   www.wildwestcampground.com

Ice Skating - Public ice skating at the KB Willett Arena Call for time and dates 715-346-1576

Snowshoe the Ice Age Trail February 2,2013 call 715-344-0686

Tour the Breweries - A winter weekend exploring the Art of Brewing in Portage County.

Four wonderful breweries have made the area their home. Some serve food, most have tours or tastings but all have their very special brews available.  Check Location to find out more about them.

THE ART SCENE

Gallery Q Artists Cooperative   Jeff Morin - Recent work exhibit Jan 8 -Feb 28 1108 Main St. Stevens Point