The Hike:
Explore the National Ice Age Trail with us! This month we will be hiking part of the Monches Segment near Hartland. We will loop this hike with the nearby Waukesha Park and Rec property and the Oconomowoc River Conservancy.
Details:
This leisurely-paced hike will be about 3 miles. There are other trails we could explore on the Oconomowoc River Conservancy property also. Bring water. Dress for the weather. We will cancel if weather or conditions are unsafe. These hikes are are free, and advanced registration with the Hartland Rec Dept. is preferred. All ages and abilities are welcome. Ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Follow us at Hartland Walking Club on Facebook for more details and to stay updated on what’s happening. Jeff Romagna and the Hartland Recreation Dept. organized this hike.
Location:
Meet at the Kilbourn Rd parking lot. If the lot is full you can park along the road.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Jeff.
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About:
Hartland became Wisconsin’s first Ice Age Trail Community in 2015, and this walking club was formed to bring people–both adults and “Wee Walkers”–together to enjoy the trail, community, and each other. Start the New Year right by getting your kids out of the house and onto the Ice Age Trail with the Hartland Walking Club’s “Wee Walkers” program–monthly hikes designed especially for tykes! They’d love to have you join them for a walk!
The Walk:
Hartland Walking Club’s “Wee Walkers” invite you and your kids to continue their 2023 series. This year, they are on a mission to hike the ENTIRE Hartland Segment of the Ice Age Trail–out AND back!! They started at Centennial park in January and will head south each month in 2023 until the full segment has been! Anyone who accomplishes this goal with us will earn a free “Hartland Segment” pin! Starting at the Maple Wayside, hikers will head south to the Cottonwood Wayside for an out and back hike on the Ice Age Trail. This hike will move at a “toddler’s pace,” as they stop to explore and enjoy the surroundings along the way. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Details:
This month, their out-and-back hike will total approximately 1.5 miles. They will trek from the Maple Wayside to Cottonwood Wayside and back. Unfortunately, this section of trail is not stroller-friendly. Please dress for the weather and consider bringing water and snacks. If conditions are unsafe we will cancel.
Walks are led by 5-year-old Simon, 3-year-old Ophelia, 1-year-old Rhea, and their mom, Christina, an Ice Age Trail volunteer (and kid at heart). All ages are welcome; kids must be accompanied by an adult. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.
Christina Callies and the Hartland Recreation Department organized this hike. Register in advance (ensure that you receive notification in the event this hike is postponed or canceled) or simply show up at Nixon Park. There is no fee for this activity.
Location:
Meet at the parking lot at the Maple Wayside. You will find Christina and her kids layering up by their car.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to your hike leader, Christina.
Photo by Amber Horvath
The Hike:
Explore the National Ice Age Trail with us! This month we will be hiking the Stony Ridge Segment near Eagle. This segment connects directly to the Blue Spring Lake Segment to the west and to the Eagle Segment to the northeast. Many enjoy it’s wide and gentle footpath and it is a particularly popular and well-traveled segment as the state forest headquarters and museum is located at it’s center.
The State Forest Headquarters is an interesting stop along the IAT. It has a museum dedicated to wildlife, geology, and local economic history. The display cases feature a number of artifacts found along the Ice Age Trail. A gift shop as well as flush toilets and a water bottle refill station are available there.
Details:
Our leisurely-paced hikes are usually 3 to 4 miles long depending on the group we have and how far everyone wants to go. Bring water. Dress for the weather. We will cancel if weather or conditions are unsafe. These hikes are are free, and advanced registration with the Hartland Rec Dept. is preferred. All ages and abilities are welcome. Ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Follow us at Hartland Walking Club on Facebook for more details and to stay updated on what’s happening. Jeff Romagna and the Hartland Recreation Dept. organized this hike.
Location:
Meet at the Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit Headquarters parking lot off of HWY 59.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Jeff.
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About:
Hartland became Wisconsin’s first Ice Age Trail Community in 2015, and this walking club was formed to bring people–both adults and “Wee Walkers”–together to enjoy the trail, community, and each other. Start the New Year right by getting your kids out of the house and onto the Ice Age Trail with the Hartland Walking Club’s “Wee Walkers” program–monthly hikes designed especially for tykes! They’d love to have you join them for a walk!
The Walk:
Hartland Walking Club’s “Wee Walkers” invite you and your kids to continue their 2023 series. This year, they are on a mission to hike the ENTIRE Hartland Segment of the Ice Age Trail–out AND back!! They started at Centennial park in January and will head south each month in 2023 until the full segment has been! Anyone who accomplishes this goal with us will earn a free “Hartland Segment” pin! Starting at Nixon Park, hikers will head south for an out and back hike on the Ice Age Trail. This hike will move at a “toddler’s pace,” as they stop to explore and enjoy the surroundings along the way. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Details:
This month, their out-and-back hike will total approximately 1.5 miles. They will trek from Nixon Park to Maple Wayside and back. This section of trail is stroller-friendly. A heavy-duty stroller is recommended in case there is residual snow, slush, and/or ice on the path. Please dress for the weather and consider bringing water and snacks. If conditions are unsafe we will cancel.
Walks are led by 5-year-old Simon, 3-year-old Ophelia, 1-year-old Rhea, and their mom, Christina, an Ice Age Trail volunteer (and kid at heart). All ages are welcome; kids must be accompanied by an adult. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.
Christina Callies and the Hartland Recreation Department organized this hike. Register in advance (ensure that you receive notification in the event this hike is postponed or canceled) or simply show up at Nixon Park. There is no fee for this activity.
Location:
Meet at the parking lot at Nixon Park. You will find Christina and her kids layering up by their car or playing on the playground waiting for their hiking buddies to arrive!
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to your hike leader, Christina.
About:
Hartland became Wisconsin’s first Ice Age Trail Community in 2015, and this walking club was formed to bring people–both adults and “Wee Walkers”–together to enjoy the trail, community, and each other. Start the New Year right by getting your kids out of the house and onto the Ice Age Trail with the Hartland Walking Club’s “Wee Walkers” program–monthly hikes designed especially for tykes! They’d love to have you join them for a walk!
The Walk:
Hartland Walking Club’s “Wee Walkers” invite you and your kids to continue their 2023 series. This year, they are on a mission to hike the ENTIRE Hartland Segment of the Ice Age Trail–out AND back!! They started at Centennial park in January and will head south each month in 2023 until the full segment has been! Anyone who accomplishes this goal with us will earn a free “Hartland Segment” pin! Starting at Hartbrook Park hikers will head south for an out and back hike on the Ice Age Trail. This hike will move at a “toddler’s pace,” as they stop to explore and enjoy the surroundings along the way. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Details:
This month, their out-and-back hike will total approximately 2 miles. They willtrek from Hartbrook Park to Nixon Park and back. This section of trail is stroller-friendly. A heavy-duty stroller is recommended in case there is residual snow, slush, and/or ice on the path. Hopefully some snow mountains will be found to climb and, for the second month in a row, hikers will get a bonus of not one but TWO playground stops! Please dress for the weather and consider bringing water and snacks. If conditions are unsafe we will cancel.
Walks are led by 5-year-old Simon, 3-year-old Ophelia, 1-year-old Rhea, and their mom, Christina, an Ice Age Trail volunteer (and kid at heart). All ages are welcome; kids must be accompanied by an adult. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.
Christina Callies and the Hartland Recreation Department organized this hike. Register in advance (ensure that you receive notification in the event this hike is postponed or canceled) or simply show up at Hartbrook Park. There is no fee for this activity.
Location:
Meet at the parking lot at Hartbrook Park. You will find Christina and her kids layering up by their car or playing on the playground waiting for their hiking buddies to arrive!
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to your hike leader, Christina.
The Hike:
Explore the National Scenic Ice Age Trail with us! This month we will be hiking part of the Delafield Segment as well as prairie portion of the Lapham Peak Segment.
Details:
Our leisurely-paced hikes are usually 3 to 5 miles long depending on the group we have and how far everyone wants to go. Bring water. Please dress for the weather. We will cancel if weather or conditions are unsafe. These hikes are are free, and advanced registration with the Hartland Rec Dept. is preferred. All ages and abilities are welcome, however, ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If conditions are unsafe we will cancel. Check our Hartland Walking Club on Facebook for more details and to stay updated on what’s happening.
Location:
Meet at the Delafield Fish Hatchery parking lot.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Jeff.
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The Hartland Walking Club was created by local Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter volunteers on the Village of Hartland Ice Age Trail Community Committee.
Full Moon Hike Event:
The Hartland Walking Club and the Hartland Recreation Department, hope to see you at the Full Moon Hike!
Beginning at Nixon Park‘s Warming Shed, hikers will head southeast by light of the full moon using the trails surrounding Penbrook Park. Those interested in extending their hike may continue on through the Maple Wayside portion of the IAT. Bring flashlights and dress appropriately for the weather. All are welcome. Hot chocolate will be available.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leaders, Jeff and Mark.
Photo by Michael Perrenot
The Hike:
Explore the National Ice Age Trail with us! This month we will be hiking the Stoney Ridge Segment near Eagle. This segment connects directly to the Blue Spring Lake Segment to the west and to the Eagle Segment to the northeast. Many enjoy it’s wide and gentle footpath and it is a particularly popular and well-traveled segment as the state forest headquarters and museum is located at it’s center.
The State Forest Headquarters is an interesting stop along the IAT. It has a museum dedicated to wildlife, geology, and local economic history. The display cases feature a number of artifacts found along the Ice Age Trail. A gift shop as well as flush toilets and a water bottle refill station are available there.
Details:
Our leisurely-paced hikes are usually 3 to 4 miles long depending on the group we have and how far everyone wants to go. Bring water. Please dress for the weather as our hikes are held in all types of weather. We will cancel if weather or conditions are unsafe. These hikes are are free, and advanced registration with the Hartland Rec Dept. is preferred. All ages and abilities are welcome, however, ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Follow us at Hartland Walking Club on Facebook for more details and to stay updated on what’s happening. Jeff Romagna and the Hartland Recreation Dept. organized this hike.
Location:
Meet at the Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit Headquarters parking lot off of HWY 59.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Jeff.
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The Hike:
Meet at the beach parking lot at Pike Lake for a walk along the beautiful Pike Lake Segment of the Ice Age Trail. While you’re at it, check off a few miles on your #MammothHikingChallenge! All ages and abilities are welcome.
Details:
Our walks are usually 3-5 miles depending on the group we have and how far everyone wants to go. Please dress for the weather. Bring water. Jeff Romagna and the Hartland Recreation Dept. organized this hike. If conditions are unsafe we will cancel.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Jeff.
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The Hartland Walking Club was created by local volunteers on the Village of Hartland Ice Age Trail Community Committee.
Join the Wee Walkers for a hike at Penbrook Park. More details to come!
