PORTLAND (WGME) -- It's hard to believe but ski season is just around the corner, and cross country skiers in Greater Portland have something to look forward to.
2018 Olympic Gold Medalist Kikkan Randall presented a $5,000 check to Portland Nordic at Riverside Golf Course on Thursday.
"We're just so excited to see this project come to life," Randall said.
The grant, from Fischer Skis, will help light up a 2-kilometer loop at Riverside.
Portland Nordic says it's working with the city to improve and provide Nordic skiing opportunities at the course.
"There's very few hours either after school or after work for folks who are learning how to ski," Portland Nordic Executive Committee member Steve Miles said.
Organizers say the lighting system will be designed not to interfere with golfing, and to minimize the impact on wildlife.