BEMIDJI, Minn. — Bemidji State University’s Outdoor Program Center will offer a pair of  skiing-related activites next week, including shuttles to Bemidji’s Buena Vista Ski Area and Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and an introduction to cross-country skiing.

• Cross country ski clinic
The OPC will be offering a free introduction to cross-country skiing on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 3-5 p.m. at the OPC Boathouse in Diamond Point Park. All equipment will be provided.

• Buena Vista ski area shuttle
The OPC will be offering a shuttle to Bemidji’s Buena Vista Ski Area on Friday, Feb. 20. The free shuttle will depart from the Gillett Recreation and Fitness Center on the Bemidji State campus at 5 p.m. and return at 8 p.m.

• Giants Ridge ski shuttle
The OPC will be offering a shuttle to the Giants Ridge ski resort in Biwabik, Minn., on Saturday, Feb. 21. The shuttle for an all-day ski trip will cost $15, and those interested are encouraged to register in advance. Departure and return times are available by contacting the OPC.

Those interested in participating in the cross-country ski clinic or the skiing shuttles are encouraged to call the OPC to confirm the start times for the events in advance.

For more information about the OPC, call (218) 755-2999 or visit its web site at http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/opc.

ON THE WEB
• Buena Vista Ski Area: http://www.bvskiarea.com/

FOR YOUR CALENDAR
Feb. 19 – 3-5 p.m. – Bemidji State University Outdoor Programming Center introduction to cross-country skiing. Registration: free. Location: OPC Boathouse, Diamond Point Park, Bemidji; call to confirm time. Information: (218) 755-2999.

Feb. 20 – 5-8 p.m. – Bemidji State University Outdoor Programming Center offers a free shuttle to Bemidji’s Buena Vista Ski Area. Cost: free. Shuttle departs from Gillett Recreation and Fitness Center on the BSU campus; call to confirm times. Information: (218) 755-2999.

Feb. 21 – Bemidji State University Outdoor Programming Center offers a shuttle to the Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort in Biwabik, Minn. Cost: $15, register in advance. Time: Call the OPC for departure and return times. Information: (218) 755-2999.