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SUMMARY:Snowshoes and You!
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place on Monday\, January 19\, and Sundays\, January 25 and February 1\, 2026\, 1:00-3:00 p.m.\, starting at the MECCA Trails warming cabin\, with Chad McGrath.\nLearn to snowshoe! Snowshoeing is perhaps the perfect way to experience nature in winter.  You can do it anywhere there’s a path\, and sometimes where there isn’t one.  The necessary equipment is fairly simple. The physical skills involved are essentially those used when you walk\, so there’s not a lot to learn. However\, we do recommend that participants have a fitness level such that a normal walk is not taxing.  No previous experience on snowshoes is required. \nWe are planning three different walks\, on January 19\, 25\, and February 1\, all starting at 1:00 p.m. and lasting about two hours. The first will be at MECCA Ski Trail in Mercer. Before we head out on the trail\, we will meet at the warming house and Chad will discuss equipment\, basic safety issues\, basic dress\, and address any questions participants may have. Bring your own snowshoes or let us know and we can provide. Registration is limited to 10 people. Locations of the second and third hikes will depend on current snow conditions. \nRequirements:  We recommend that participants have a fitness level such that a normal walk is not taxing.  No previous experience on snowshoes is required. \nWe recommend signing up at least two weeks ahead of class to ensure class fills and to prevent cancellation. \nThis class is limited to 10 students. \nRegister by January 5\, 2026\, to get a $5 Early Bird discount off the regular registration price of $35! \nSnowshoe requirements: Students need to either bring their own snowshoes\, or rent snowshoes through FeU for $10 (pay at registration\, below). \nInstructor: Chad McGrath \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-2032 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us. \nCourse Cancellations: Students are encouraged to register at least 2 weeks before the beginning of any Fe University course. A course with less than 4 students 2 weeks before the start date may be cancelled at instructor/FeU discretion\, with students’ registrations refunded. If you’re interested in a class\, please sign up early! Thank you. \nStudent Cancellations: If a registered student cancels\, registration can be refunded if requested 4 or more days before the course’s start date. We’re afraid cancellation requests made 3 or fewer days before the course’s start date are unable to be refunded. \nWe thank MECCA for letting us use their cabin and trails once again! Click here to find out more about MECCA Ski Trails.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/snowshoeing-instruction/2026-02-01/
LOCATION:Mecca Ski Trail\, 4686 Fierick Rd.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cross Country Ski Instruction
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays\, January 5\, 7\, 12\, and 14\, 2026\, Noon-2:00 p.m.\, starting at the MECCA Trails warming cabin\, with Chad McGrath.\nAt the conclusion of this course\, students will understand the basics of both diagonal stride and skate style skiing\, as regards both technique and equipment.  They will be able to stand comfortably on skis\, compress each ski and grip the snow\, kick off and then repeat with the opposite leg. They will be able to glide forward on the gliding ski after their kick\, maintaining balance\, as they shift their weight forward over the gliding ski. They will be able to engage their poles at the proper time/angle and push\, assisting forward movement. \nYou will learn: \n\nhow to attach/wear boots\, skis and poles\, \nhow to dress\nthe different types of Nordic skiing \nhow to stand up with skis on if (when!) you fall\nhow to grip the snow with your ski and kick forward with and without poles\nhow to glide on your skis in and out of the track\nhow to shift your weight forward after you kick to maximize forward momentum\nhow to push with your poles to further assist with forward motion and speed\nhow to use your ski edges (edging) to stop and turn\nhow to use the herringbone technique to climb a small hill\nhow to use the sidestep technique to climb a steeper hill \nhow to use the snowplow technique to slow down going down a hill\nhow to use skate ski technique down small hill\n\nRequirements:  Students should have been on skis before. They should have the basic ability to balance: ability stand on one foot for at least 5 seconds. They should also be able to fall onto snow from a standing still position without undue worry about injury. \nWe recommend signing up at least two weeks ahead of class to ensure class fills and to prevent cancellation. \nThis class is limited to 10 students. \nRegister by December 22 to get a $5 Early Bird discount off the regular registration price of $45! \nSki requirements: Students need to either bring their own skis\, or rent skis through FeU for $20 (pay at registration\, below). \nInstructor: Chad McGrath \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-2032 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us. \nCourse Cancellations: Students are encouraged to register at least 2 weeks before the beginning of any Fe University course. A course with less than 4 students 2 weeks before the start date may be cancelled at instructor/FeU discretion\, with students’ registrations refunded. If you’re interested in a class\, please sign up early! Thank you. \nStudent Cancellations: If a registered student cancels\, registration can be refunded if requested 4 or more days before the course’s start date. We’re afraid cancellation requests made 3 or fewer days before the course’s start date are unable to be refunded. \nWe thank MECCA for letting us use their cabin and trails once again! Click here to find out more about MECCA Ski Trails.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/cross-country-ski-instruction-4/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Mecca Ski Trail\, 4686 Fierick Rd.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Cross Country Ski Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Jan. 30\, 2025 Update: This class has unfortunately had to be cancelled. Registrations and ski rentals will be refunded.\nThis class will take place February 4\, 6\, 11 and 14\, 1:00-3:00 p.m.\, starting at the MECCA Trails warming cabin\, with Chad McGrath.\nAt the conclusion of this course\, students will understand the basics of both diagonal stride and skate style skiing\, as regards both technique and equipment.  They will be able to stand comfortably on skis\, compress each ski and grip the snow\, kick off and then repeat with the opposite leg. They will be able to glide forward on the gliding ski after their kick\, maintaining balance\, as they shift their weight forward over the gliding ski. They will be able to engage their poles at the proper time/angle and push\, assisting forward movement. \nYou will learn: \n\nhow to attach/wear boots\, skis and poles\, \nhow to dress\nthe different types of Nordic skiing \nhow to stand up with skis on if (when!) you fall\nhow to grip the snow with your ski and kick forward with and without poles\nhow to glide on your skis in and out of the track\nhow to shift your weight forward after you kick to maximize forward momentum\nhow to push with your poles to further assist with forward motion and speed\nhow to use your ski edges (edging) to stop and turn\nhow to use the herringbone technique to climb a small hill\nhow to use the sidestep technique to climb a steeper hill \nhow to use the snowplow technique to slow down going down a hill\nhow to use skate ski technique down small hill\n\nRequirements:  Students should have been on skis before. They should have the basic ability to balance: ability stand on one foot for at least 5 seconds. They should also be able to fall onto snow from a standing still position without undue worry about injury. \nWe recommend signing up at least two weeks ahead of class to ensure class fills and to prevent cancellation. \nThis class is limited to 10 students. \nRegister by December 26 to get a $5 Early Bird discount off the regular registration price of $45! \nSki requirements: Students need to either bring their own skis\, or rent skis through FeU for $20 (pay at registration\, below). \nInstructor: Chad McGrath \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-2032 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us. \nCourse Cancellations: Students are encouraged to register at least 2 weeks before the beginning of any Fe University course. A course with less than 4 students 2 weeks before the start date may be cancelled at instructor/FeU discretion\, with students’ registrations refunded. If you’re interested in a class\, please sign up early! Thank you. \nStudent Cancellations: If a registered student cancels\, registration can be refunded if requested 4 or more days before the course’s start date. We’re afraid cancellation requests made 3 or fewer days before the course’s start date are unable to be refunded. \nWe thank MECCA for letting us use their cabin and trails once again! Click here to find out more about MECCA Ski Trails.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/cross-country-ski-instruction-3/
LOCATION:Mecca Ski Trail\, 4686 Fierick Rd.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cross Country Ski Instruction
DESCRIPTION:JANUARY 18: This class has been CANCELED due to poor snow conditions. This class will take place January 23\, 25\, 30 and February 1\, 1:00-3:00p.m.\, starting at the MECCA Trails warming cabin\, with Chad McGrath.\nAt the conclusion of this course\, students will understand the basics of both diagonal stride and skate style skiing\, as regards both technique and equipment.  They will be able to stand comfortably on skis\, compress each ski and grip the snow\, kick off and then repeat with the opposite leg. They will be able to glide forward on the gliding ski after their kick\, maintaining balance\, as they shift their weight forward over the gliding ski. They will be able to engage their poles at the proper time/angle and push\, assisting forward movement. \nYou will learn: \n\nhow to attach/wear boots\, skis and poles\, \nhow to dress\nthe different types of Nordic skiing \nhow to stand up with skis on if (when!) you fall\nhow to grip the snow with your ski and kick forward with and without poles\nhow to glide on your skis in and out of the track\nhow to shift your weight forward after you kick to maximize forward momentum\nhow to push with your poles to further assist with forward motion and speed\nhow to use your ski edges (edging) to stop and turn\nhow to use the herringbone technique to climb a small hill\nhow to use the sidestep technique to climb a steeper hill \nhow to use the snowplow technique to slow down going down a hill\nhow to use skate ski technique down small hill\n\nRequirements:  Students should have been on skis before. They should have the basic ability to balance: ability stand on one foot for at least 5 seconds. They should also be able to fall onto snow from a standing still position without undue worry about injury. \nSki requirements: Students need to either bring their own skis\, or rent skis through FeU for $20 (pay at registration\, below). \nInstructor: Chad McGrath \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 892-3982 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us. \nCancellation Notice: Students are encouraged to sign up at least two weeks before the beginning of any Fe University class. Classes with less than 4 students 2 weeks before the start date may be cancelled at instructor/FeU discretion. If you’re interested in a class\, please sign up early! Thank you. \nWe thank MECCA for letting us use their cabin and trails once again! Click here to find out more about MECCA Ski Trails.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/cross-country-ski-instruction-2/
LOCATION:Mecca Ski Trail\, 4686 Fierick Rd.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cross-Country Ski Refresher Class
DESCRIPTION:This free class will take place January 11\, 1:00-3:00p.m.\, at MECCA Ski Trail in Mercer.\nSomewhere around 50 folks have decided to improve their cross-country skiing technique and signed up for lessons via FeU over the last 6 years. Chad has wondered how these people are doing\, are they skiing more\, less\, enjoying it more\, less\, or maybe even thinking they’d like to brush up on what they learned. \nWell\, here’s your chance! Instructor Chad McGrath will be out at MECCA on January 11th from 1 to 3pm holding a refresher session for those who are interested. We’ll run through some of the basics as before plus perhaps add a trick or two. Then we’ll go for an easy ski\, out and about MECCA. \nAny former student is invited to join us\, but please register so we know how many people will be attending.  \nAnd it’s FREE! If the crowd of ex students gets too big\, we will schedule a second day\, likely on the 13th. \nLET IT SNOW! \nInstructor: Chad McGrath \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0210 or (715) 892-3982. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/cross-country-ski-refresher-class/
LOCATION:Mecca Ski Trail\, 4686 Fierick Rd.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230103T150000
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SUMMARY:Cross Country Ski Instruction
DESCRIPTION:This four-session class will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays\, January 3\, 5\, 10\, 12\, 2023\, 1:00-3:00p.m.\, at the MECCA ski trail in Mercer.\nThis class is limited to 10 students. \nNeed skis? Rent them for $20.\nBrush up on your cross-country skiing skills–or venture out on skis for the first time!–with veteran ski instructor Chad McGrath! This popular class has been offered year after year thanks to Chad’s patient teaching\, the interest of our students\, and of course\, our beautiful Northwoods snow conditions. \nBy the time you’re done with this class\, you’ll understand the basics of both diagonal stride and skate style skiing. You’ll learn to kick\, glide\, climb hills\, go down hills\, and use poles to assist your movement. \nThis class is perfect for absolute beginners and those with a little experience. Students must be comfortable balancing on one foot for a few seconds. Students must also not be unduly concerned with falling down once or twice! \nFeU thanks the MECCA Experience Fund for sponsoring this class. \nInstructor: Chad McGrath \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0210 or (715) 892-3982. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/cross-country-ski-instruction/
LOCATION:Mecca Ski Trail\, 4686 Fierick Rd.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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SUMMARY:Identifying and Managing Northern Trees and Shrubs (Not All Evergreens are Pines!)
DESCRIPTION:Not all evergreens are pines! Besides learning to identify northern trees and shrubs\, you’ll learn where they grow and why they grow there\, plus how to manage them on your property\, and which ones are good for wildlife. \nOn the first day\, learn about basic tree and shrub identification (for example\, opposite versus branching leaves). You’ll put your newfound knowledge into practice on some of the shrubs outside the Mercer Library. \nOn the second day\, class will meet at the Mercer Library and then head out to look at trees on Chris’s property out on County J. This field trip will include an easy\, one mile\, mowed trail that will be walked. The field trip will take place rain or shine (unless it’s a thunderstorm)\, so come prepared to be outdoors! \nInstructors: Chris Paulik and Chad McGrath \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0201 or (715) 892-3982.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/identifying-managing-northern-trees-shrubs/
LOCATION:Mercer Public Library\, 2648 Margaret St.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220212T150000
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Winter Dog-Powered Sports
DESCRIPTION:We will spend approximately one hour inside for a presentation/discussion and lunch before we go out to meet the dogs. Participants will learn about the various types of equipment including harnesses\, ganglines\, sled types and skis. We will also discuss how to work with the dogs and what to expect once you are driving the sled. And of course\, we will talk about dogs. \nFollowing the indoor session participants will be hands-on: \n·   Hooking the gangline to the sled \n·   Hooking the team to the sled \n·   Driving a dog team \nFor those comfortable on skis\, we will include a skijoring lesson following dog sledding. This will also be demonstrated. \nThis class will be open to younger students including 14-17-year-olds accompanied by a legal guardian. \nRequirements: Participants should be able to stand on the sled runners\, with legs spread about shoulder width apart\, grasp the sled handle in front of them with both hands and…HOLD ON!!! \nCovid-19 Requirements: All participants must be fully vaccinated and wear masks while indoors or in close proximity to others. \nInstructors: Chad McGrath and MJ Slone (click links for bios\, or see links below) \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0201 or (906) 285-7517. \nIf Registration is Full: Contact us to be put on a waitlist.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/an-introduction-to-winter-dog-powered-sports-2/
LOCATION:Two Moons Kennel\, 4483 Fawn Lake Rd\, Springstead\, WI\, 54552\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220205T150000
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Winter Dog-Powered Sports
DESCRIPTION:We will spend approximately one hour inside for a presentation/discussion and lunch before we go out to meet the dogs. Participants will learn about the various types of equipment including harnesses\, ganglines\, sled types and skis. We will also discuss how to work with the dogs and what to expect once you are driving the sled. And of course\, we will talk about dogs. \nFollowing the indoor session participants will be hands-on: \n·   Hooking the gangline to the sled \n·   Hooking the team to the sled \n·   Driving a dog team \nFor those comfortable on skis\, we will include a skijoring lesson following dog sledding. This will also be demonstrated. \nThis class will be open to younger students including 14-17-year-olds accompanied by a legal guardian. \nClass Requirements: Participants should be able to stand on the sled runners\, with legs spread about shoulder width apart\, grasp the sled handle in front of them with both hands and… HOLD ON!!! \nCovid-19 Requirements: All participants must be fully vaccinated and wear masks while indoors or in close proximity to others. \nInstructors: Chad McGrath and MJ Slone (click names for bios\, or see links below) \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nIf Registration is Full: Contact us to be put on a waitlist.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/an-introduction-to-winter-dog-powered-sports/
LOCATION:Two Moons Kennel\, 4483 Fawn Lake Rd\, Springstead\, WI\, 54552\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cross-Country Skiing at MECCA
DESCRIPTION:At the conclusion of this course\, students will understand the basics of both diagonal stride and skate style skiing\, as regards both technique and equipment. They will be able to stand comfortably on skis\, compress each ski and grip the snow\, kick off and then repeat with the opposite leg. They will be able to glide forward on the gliding ski after their kick\, maintaining balance\, as they shift their weight forward over the gliding ski. They will be able to engage their poles at the proper time and angle\, pushing to assist forward movement. \nThe course will cover the following topics: \nBasic equipment and how to wear/attach. Dress. Types of Nordic skiing. How to stand up with skis if (when!) you fall. Kicking without poles. Gliding. Weight shift forward. Pushing with poles. Edging. Skate turns down small hill.  Herringbone up a small hill. Sidestep up a steeper hill. Snowplow to a stop\, single and double ski. Marathon skate.  Skate ski down small hill. \nRequirements: Students should have the basic ability to balance: ability to stand on one foot for at least 5 seconds.  They should also be able to fall onto snow from a standing still position without undue worry about injury. Previous experience on skis is not required but welcomed. \nFee: $30\, with a $5 early-bird discount if registration is received by December 28. Rent skis for $5/session. Scholarships available. \nFe University thanks the MECCA Experience Fund for subsidizing this class. MECCA relies on memberships\, donations and volunteers to maintain facilities and trails. Consider contributing via their website\, which also includes information about current trail conditions\, maps\, events\, and more. \nCOVID-19 Requirements: FeU and Instructor require that all students are fully vaccinated and wear masks indoors at the warming shelter\, regardless of vaccination status.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/cross-country-skiing-at-mecca/2022-01-13/
LOCATION:Mecca Ski Trail\, 4686 Fierick Rd.\, Mercer\, WI\, 54547\, United States
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