Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoe Rentals

With over 8.5 miles of trails, Bubolz Nature Preserve in Appleton, Wisconsin offers year round access to nature. The trail systems provide several trail options for hiking, walking, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing. Cross Country Ski trails are groomed. View Winter Trail Map.

Equipment rentals will occur when a 6inch base of snow is present. If you are unsure if our rentals are open, please call our building to talk to a staff member.

Equipment Rental Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday–Friday:* 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

All rentals are due back by 4:00 pm.

*Please call ahead on weekdays.

 

Equipment Rental Costs & Fees

We have skis and snowshoes in all sizes from children to adult.

 

Cross Country Ski Rental

Non-members: $20
Members: $15
*Price includes equipment and trail fee

 

Snowshoe Rental

Non-members: $10
Members: $5
*Price includes equipment and trail fee

 

Trail Fee (if have own equipment)

Members: FREE
Non-members Ski: $5
Non-members Snowshoe: $5

 

Candlelight Ski & Snowshoe Dates

Rentals will be determined on snow and trail conditions. Some dates may be modified to a hike.

February 6th | 5:00-8:00 pm | Partnered School: Renaissance School for the Arts 

 February 20th | 5:00-8:00 pm | Partnered School: Houdini Elementary of Appleton

February 27th | 5:00-8:00 pm | Partnered School: Sandy Slopes Elementary of Appleton