Photo by Brad Guhr
Explore the Lapham Peak Prairie Saturday, December 14th @ 3PM
The Hike:
Details:
We will begin at the Evergreen Lodge at Lapham Peak and hike west on the Ice Age Trail. As the trail approaches the northwest corner of the Lapham Peak Unit, we will loop back to our starting point on the paved recreation trail. The planned hike is easy to moderate difficulty, suitable for hikers of most ability levels, and will cover between 3 and 4 miles.
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and cleaned up after. Please be sure to bring water, and consider bringing a headlamp or flashlight. Plan on attending our
Chapter Holiday Gathering at Trecker Lodge afterwards!
Location:
Meet at the Evergreen Shelter parking lot.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Mike.
Image credit: MichaelZeiler/GreatAmericanEclipse.com
About:
A total solar eclipse, one of nature’s most spectacular sights, is coming to North America on April 8. While our location is outside the path of totality, viewers will see an 85-90% partial eclipse. A partial eclipse can be watched leisurely from wherever one happens to be. What better place to see it than the wide-open skies of the Lapham Peak Prairie!
The Hike:
We will be hike the prairie portion of the Lapham Peak Segment, pausing to watch the eclipse along the way. Peak coverage will occur at 2:07. Looping back along the bike trail will make for a for a 3-4 mile hike.
Details:
Bring water. Dress for the weather. Hiking sticks are helpful, but not necessary. We will cancel if weather or conditions are unsafe. All ages and abilities are welcome. Ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after.
CAUTION: Anyone observing a partial eclipse should be extremely careful to avoid damaging their eyes.
Looking at the sun is harmful to your eyes at any time, and most people never do it. The danger that an eclipse poses is simply that it may prompt people to gaze or stare directly into the sun. A large partial eclipse can be especially insidious, not only because it is so attractive but because the sun’s overall dimming makes it less painful to look at. The most important rule to remember here is to use ISO-certified-safe solar glasses and viewers. Regular sunglasses are NOT safe for viewing. Free eclipse glasses can be found at many public libraries including both the Waukesha Public Library and the Delafield Public Library. More info for safe eclipse viewing can be found at https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety.
Location:
Meet at the Evergreen Shelter parking lot.
Contact Information:
Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Jeff.
Photo Credit: John Bechtel
Hike:
Join us on Tuesday, October 15 for an evening hike in the beautiful Lapham Peak prairie under the almost-full Hunter’s Moon. This out-and-back hike will start at 6 p.m. at the Evergreen Shelter parking lot. We’ll head west into the prairie to the end of the Lapham Peak segment before turning around for the return hike. With this hike you can count 4 miles toward the Mammoth Hike Challenge! Before the hike get dinner or enjoy a post hike drink in Delafield, the closest Trail Community to the Lapham Peak Segment.
Details:
This hike is 4 miles. Bring a flashlight or headlamp; we hope to have moonlight, but it might be dark before the end of the hike. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and bring water. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and cleaned up after. Please bring water for your dogs as well.
Location:
We will meet at Lapham Peak’s Evergreen Shelter parking lot.
Contact:
Questions or comments can be made through our Waukesha/Milwaukee IAT Chapter Facebook page or our chapter email.
