WAYZATA, Minn. — Warm temps are typically ideal for golf, however, not when it comes to the annual Wayzata Chilly Open.
The frozen golf event, which is typically held on Lake Minnetonka, was canceled Wednesday, marking yet another winter activity called off due to the historically warm temperatures.
Organizers were hopeful they could find a way to still move forward with the event this year, but said the warm December, paired with the upcoming forecast, forced their hand.
"We gave it our all with about 8 different scenarios of plans, Some of which would have been a stretch, others that 'might' have worked," read a post on the event's website. "This has just been a terrible year for winter events. This treasured event is a major fundraiser for the Chamber, so it’s not only a blow to the Chilly Open supporters and participants, but also to our non-profit organization."
Several other winter events, including Duluth's John Beargrease Sled Dog Race, and most recently, the Pre-Loppet in Minneapolis.
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