It’s a cold stretch, that’s for sure, and Papa’s Polar Patch will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 1 due to low temperatures. According to the forecast, we won’t get to zero today.

Looking ahead, the forecast isn’t good for Thursday but get a load of Friday: it could be a repeat of last Friday with temps soaring to nearly 40 degrees by mid-afternoon! Make plans to join us now; it will be the best day of the closing weekend by far.

Papa’s plan is to get set for Friday with all of the sleds ready to run; the bonfire burning strong; and the snow pile at the end of the zip line replenished so kids can skid right into it!

Remember: if you have a group of 10 or more that plans to visit Papa’s Polar Patch before the season ends this weekend, contact Mrs. P (Suzie) in advance and you will get three tickets for each $5 admission instead of just two. You can reach her at 701-258-8469 or mrsp8469@aol.com.