The Cochrane Public Library has launched their winter equipment library just in time for Cochrane's recent snowfall.

A variety of snow shoe sizes and hiking poles are all set to check out. The library installed a sizing chart for anyone curious about fit. All of the equipment is brand new and was purchased with the support of Cochrane Sport Chek and Bow RiversEdge Campground. The library will be adding avalanche kits and other items as they become available.

Program librarian Andrea Johnston said the library has been running several successful lending libraries. The library also loans out power tools, telescopes, gardening tools, life jackets, board games, puzzles and other items.

Since the snow gear launched Johnston says she's already had residents put equipment on hold leading up to the Christmas holidays.

For details on what winter equipment is available visit the Cochrane Public Library online: http://www.cochranepubliclibrary.ca/Special-Equipment/Winter-Equipment

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