Theodore Wirth Park opened its popular cross country ski trail on Saturday morning, Dec. 1. And from what Supervisor Rich Anderson could tell, it will be a busy season.

A little before 11 a.m. on Saturday, Anderson said that already about 15 high school students were getting a feel for the snow and enjoying the roughly 500 meters of trail that was open.

"People are definitely trying to get out and ski," Anderson said.

Daily passes are available for $8 and seasonal passes are available for $45. Passes can be purchased online or in person at the Wirth Chalet, the Wirth Par 3 Clubhouse or the Columbia Clubhouse.

According to Skinnyski.com, snow making and grooming began last Monday at Wirth Park. On Friday, Nov. 30, John Munger from City of Lakes Loppet said "Wirth is pretty good."