Norrie tree burn carries on in winter weather

By RICHARD JENKINS

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Ironwood — Even with temperatures around zero and bouts of snow, people came out to the Norrie Amateur Sports Club Saturday night for the club’s 10th annual tree burn.

Over 300 Christmas trees were tossed into the bonfire, along with a number of pallets, creating a blaze that radiated heat and helped attendees brave the bitter cold.

The fire took a while to get started, organizers said, as the recent snow not only added moisture to trees but compacted the burn pile making it difficult for oxygen to feed the flames.

Along with the bonfire; the event included music, refreshments and a fireworks display.

This is the 10th year for the club’s annual tree burn, according to organizers, which is serves as something as a conclusion to the area’ Jack Frost season and an opportunity to shake off the mid-winter cabin fever.