How To Not Only Survive Winter In Nebraska … But Love It Too
By Delana Lefevers|Published January 21, 2016
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Delana Lefevers
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As a lifelong Nebraskan, Delana loves discovering the many hidden treasures of her state. She has worked as a writer and editor since 2007. Delana's work has been featured on more than a dozen websites and in Nebraska Life Magazine.
In Nebraska, where the winters can be long and harsh, we often think of the winter months as a time to get through rather than a time to relish. Some people even develop Seasonal Affective Disorder, which can lead to low energy and depression. Instead of just waiting for winter to be over, here are a few ways to make the most of the colder months.
1. Try out your ice skating skills at your local indoor or outdoor rink.
Have knitting, painting, or sewing projects that have been gathering dust in the closet for months? There's no better time than now to pull them out and get back to work. Or enlist the help of an experienced friend or relative to learn a new skill.
Send the kids to grandma's and have a date night at home. Or just get dressed up and head to your favorite restaurant and let someone else worry about the dishes.
You won't catch me out there, but it's not because I don't like fishing...I'm just terrified of falling through the ice. You be careful out there, all you brave winter anglers.
Use it as a base for hunting or fishing, or just stay inside and enjoy the beautiful winter scenery. This cabin is right on a pond in Wood Lake.
The key to loving winter is to stay within your level of cold tolerance. Can’t stand getting a little chilly? Light up that fireplace and kick back with a good book. If you’re the type to wear shorts in a blizzard, head on outside for a snowman building contest with the local kids. We might be in for a long winter (or not – it’s Nebraska. Who knows?) so we might as well make the most of it! What do you do to make your winters brighter? Let us know in the comments!
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