Activities planned for this Saturday, Jan. 21, in Preston at the trailhead will take place, either candlelight cross-country skiing or hiking on the Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail for a roundtrip of around 1.5 miles out and back along the Root River (not a loop). Bonfires at each end will add warmth and a chance to catch one's breath. It begins at 5:30 p.m. But that's not all. There's also a chili contest at the Trailhead Inn sponsored by the Preston Area Chamber of Commerce, where the winner will take home a first prize of $75 in Preston Bucks. Bring a 6-quart crockpot full of chili for public tasting and voting. Include a list of ingredients. Drop off your chili at 5 p.m. To register call Carlisle Corson at 507-765-5344. SATURDAY, JAN. 21 - Golden Eagle Count, 10 a.m.-noon, Whitewater

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