Snow much fun: what's happening for Family Day in Regina, Saskatoon
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There are plenty of outdoor activities planned for Regina and Saskatoon this Family Day — just make sure to bundle up.
Environment Canada is forecasting a frigid Monday across the province, with a risk of frostbite.
For the province's two largest cities, the weather agency predicts a mostly cloudy Family Day with highs in the low –20s, and wind chill values ten degrees cooler.
This week also marks February break for Saskatchewan school divisions and some post-secondary institutions.
Regina's winter festival, formerly known as Waskimo, has been rebranded as the Wascana Winter Festival with activities running in the park through Monday.
The city also listed the following outdoor ideas for families who can head out, safely:
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Near Saskatoon, Wanuskewin Heritage Park is offering guided programming throughout the February break.
The facility offers snowshoes and kicksleds upon request. Families can bring their own skis to enjoy the trails at the park.
The City of Saskatoon is offering a free Family Day skate from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday at the Cosmo Arena and Civic Centre.
People are encouraged to bring their skates and safety gear.
The city noted non-skating activities will be offered both indoors and outdoors at Cosmo Civic Centre.