"This is from freshman year. I'm grinning like an idiot because I'm seeing snow for the first time." -Margaret Taylor '10
Liz Evison '10 camping out in a snow cave built on the cold open spaces of the Bald Spot winter term.
Leighton Hall in winter
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Myers Hall in snow
The Cannon River, winter in Carleton's Arboretum
"Me and some friends 'sledding' on Bell Hill." - Peter Schlesinger '12
CANOE club's igloo on the Bald Spot
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The Admissions Office says:Yes, it's cold here in the winter--but far from being a frozen tundra year-round, Minnesota has four distinct seasons. We have beautiful springs with blossoming trees and early flowers, warm summers to enjoy our 10,000 lakes, and beautiful autumns ablaze with color. And while winter can be harsh, it also offers the chance to go sledding, build snow forts, ice skate, play broomball (Carleton's favorite winter sport), and try snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in the Arboretum.
Living here in winter is mostly a matter of dressing right and being prepared for the extremes. With the right winter clothing and gear, you can be as active outdoors as you want to (although if you'd rather hibernate, that's OK too).
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Margaret Taylor '10 says:If it's -20ยบ F outside, WEAR GLOVES. Even if it's just from your dorm room to the library. Your hands will thank you.