News 23 June 2026 / 0 Comments

Ski Sharks in training

The Shawano Ski Sharks’ annual Community Learn To Ski days bring team members together to help children from the community learn the basic skills of skiing and the safety aspects of the sport. Using boats equipped with training booms, special ropes and special skis, the children learn how to ski in a very controlled environment with very little frustration. The event was held June 19 on the Wolf River. (Greg Mellis | NEW Media)

Gathering on the shores of the Wolf River the morning of June 19, Shawano Ski Sharks team members teach water safety and basic water skiing skills to attendees. Ski Sharks boats are equipped with training booms. Additionally, first-time skiers use special ropes and skis in a controlled environment. (Greg Mellis | NEW Media)

Bea Sagen, 5, gets her first water skiing lesson at Smalley Park Beach in Shawano. Ski Sharks team members use special ropes and boards in acclimating Bea to balancing. Although it was Bea’s first skiing experience, she managed to ski solo behind the ski boat. Her first loop was a success, and she stayed upright without falling. She ended the day with two loops and no falls. (Greg Mellis | NEW Media)