Special Olympics Outdoor Winter Games Canceled
Friday, January 24th, 2014 -- 1:12 PM
Subzero temperatures have canceled the Special Olympics Wisconsin outdoor winter games in central Wisconsin, affecting more than 200 athletes from around the state.It's the second consecutive year the outdoor games have been canceled because of the weather. This year it's too cold. Last year there wasn't enough snow.
Indoor activities associated with the games, including a dance Saturday night at the Holiday Inn in Rothschild, will still be held.
Alpine skiing and snowboarding competition was to be held at Granite Peak Ski Area. Snowshoe racing and cross-country skiing were scheduled for Nine Mile County Forest Recreation Area.
Information from: Wausau Daily Herald Media, http://www.wausaudailyherald.com
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