Miller Pond Enthusiasts | It took a while for the snow to get here this year. In the meantime, outdoor sports enthusiasts slapped on their Nordic skates and took to the ponds and lakes. While Miller Pond in Strafford has been a favorite spot for the Wilson brothers, Bob and Sherm, they also hiked in three miles to skate Long Pond in New Hampshire and skated around the islands there. Sherm says the Nordic skates with their long blades that lets you glide over the rough spots better makes a real difference. (Provided / John Freitag)