Sledders at the William T. Young Library can choose between a gentle slope and a steeper run. | Photo provided by the Kentucky Kernel
A wintry mix for some Lexingtonians means avoiding any unnecessary contact with the elements, but as soon as there’s snow on the ground, many break out their winter gear, sleds, and hit the local slopes.
Lexington has no shortage of sledding terrain, but consider using our tips to make the most of the snow and make your speediest run yet.
Best spots to sled
Higbee Mill Park, 1421 Higbee Mill Rd.
Jacobson Park (near the dog park), 4001 Athens-Boonesboro Rd.
Stonewall Park, 3205 Cornwall Dr.
William T. Young Library, 401 Hilltop Ave.
Veteran’s Park Elementary School (hill behind building), 4351 Clearwater Way
Winter weather safety
The University of Kentucky outlines useful guidelines for staying safe in cold weather, including how to choose weather-appropriate clothing and footwear, hypothermia and frostbite awareness, and — even for sledding — how to safely fall on snow or ice.
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Weather
Lexington saw substantial snowfall yesterday, and may see a continued wintry mix later this week. Review the city’s snow and ice control plan, which includes a snow removal map. See where your street ranks. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Health
UK Retail Pharmacies’ Pharmacist Care Clinic is hosting a community vaccine clinic today from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Lexington. The clinic is offering free flu, Covid, Tdap, shingles, and RSV vaccines. (Kentucky Health News)
Active
Pedal Power is hosting a community Merry and Bright Bike Ride on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. The ride kicks off at Country Boy Brewing and follows an under 10 mile, casual route with stellar views of Gatton Park’s Winter Village, UK’s campus, and free hot cocoa at Ashland Park.
Eat
Did you know Sunrise Bakery delivers to Wilson’s Grocery & Meat everyday at 11 a.m.? Don’t miss your chance to shop from a selection of sourdough, yeast rolls, French bread, baguettes, whole grain, and mega grain.
Try This
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When snow hits the Bluegrass, I typically enjoying curling up with a peppermint mocha from any of Lexington’s coffee shops, but what kind of University of Kentucky alumni would I be if I didn’t recommend sledding in the Willy T. bowl?
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