Winter Equipment Lending begins December 21st!
With the safety of our members and staff in mind, we have developed a COVID-conscious equipment lending process for Winter 2021-20222.
Cross country skis, sleds, and snowshoes will be available for pickup. (Plus ice skates at Washington Park!). Please note: our skis are available for cross-country use only and are not designed to be taken on downhill ski courses.
Download reservation instructions
To ensure that all members have an opportunity to borrow, we may ask members to limit reservations to once a month. Thanks for your cooperation!
How does Covid-conscious lending work?
- Become a member. (Join online by clicking here!)
- Reserve your equipment. (Click here to download instructions.)
- You will receive a confirmation email with pick-up instructions. Masks are required for all onsite loading, pick up or drop off. Please be conscious of socially distancing if others are around.
- Go have fun and enjoy the equipment!
- Bring the equipment back to the same location you picked up at your scheduled drop-off time and day, making sure it's in the same condition it was when you borrowed it.
Questions? Contact us at the numbers or emails below:
Riverside Park: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., (414) 626-8527
Washington Park: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , (414) 626-8278
Menomonee Valley: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (414) 626-8454
Here are some tips for success:
Reserve online ahead of time! Our winter items are popular and equipment goes fast – make sure you are reserving online ahead of time.
Check equipment. Check to make sure you have everything you need and that the equipment is in good working order before you leave the Center.
Ask for advice! Need advice on where to go or how to use the equipment? Check out this list of recommendations from Environmental Educator Chad Thomack and our specific pages for skis and snowshoes.
