The annual Moonlight Ski event will go on with or without the snow.

The Stearns County Parks Department along with the Nordic Ski Club of Central Minnesota says Friday’s event will go on as planned. However, if there is no snow, the ski event will turn into a 4.2 mile winter hike along the trails of the Quarry Park and Nature Preserve in Waite Park.

If there is snow, skiers of all ages are encouraged to participate in the evening of skiing on the groomed trails. There also will be a limited number of free ski rentals provided for the event.

Friday’s event will take place from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. and will include an outdoor campfire, hot chocolate and chili.