The Glide Project has transformed the existing 0.83-mile cross-country ski trail into a skating ribbon/trail last winter. Recently this past summer the trail was leveled making it more enjoyable and safer. With continued success, future trail expansion could add additional trails initiating off the original loop.

The current ice-skating rink benefited from this ice skating ribbon as well, improving the ice surface quality. All the equipment that was used to construct and maintain the ice ribbon is now being used to maintain the existing skating rink, thereby improving the ice surface quality.

Finally, as part of skate-ability improvements to the park, there would be ‘ice sidewalks’ added to create connection between the warming hut, pavilion, Skate Trail and restrooms.

The town did purchase a Zamboni and 500 gal water tank for the creation of "The Glide Skating Ribbon" in part with a $5,000 grant from the Boulder Junction Community Foundation and other funds from the Town Room Tax account. The initial hope was that this would be a draw for tourism in Boulder Junction during the winter months for families, individuals or groups to enjoy the serenity and beauty of nature. The public acceptance and excitement for the Glide was an overwhelming success!

Our thank you to the Park Board and many volunteers who support this full time operation and have made this a reality in Boulder Junction!