Getting outside for some fun can be tough in January, especially with the bitter cold, but there's more than just the toboggan run in River Park to keep families active in the winter. The Weyburn Parks Department makes it easier to get outdoors by maintaining cross country ski trails all winter long, and the skis, boots, and poles are available for rent at the Weyburn Leisure Centre.

"We also have snowshoes available and we do have junior, youth, and adult snowshoes for a deposit of $35 a pair," explained Tina Clay, aquatics manager at the Weyburn Leisure Centre. "So, people can generally just borrow them for the day with the deposit and then bring them back that night."

Clay said they have 10 adult sets of snowshoes and five sets for kids. The cross country skis are only available in junior and youth sizes up to 115 pounds. Ski rentals are $50 a day with a full refund upon return of equipment.

Ski trail maps are available online and in the City of Weyburn Leisure Guide. The City does change the cross country ski routes from time to time for variety, but generally, the two starting points can be found at Jubilee Park near the west parking lot and at River Park near the spray park.