Outdoor activities like cross-country skiing, tubing, and snowshoeing are thriving this winter.

St. Patrick’s County Park officials report a significant increase in participation compared to last year, with this weekend likely being the last chance for winter sports.

In South Bend, snowfall already surpasses last year’s totals, although February’s average is just over 16 inches, which is slightly behind normal.

Recent snow added a few inches of powder at St. Joseph County’s St. Patrick’s Park, drawing winter sports enthusiasts.