Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter: Habitat Improvement Day – Hartland Marsh Loop

Come learn, give back, get 10 bonus miles!!

the Mammoth Challenge Patch for 2024

The Workday:

Earn 10 bonus miles for the Mammoth Challenge by joining the Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance for a Habitat Improvement Day! We will be clearing invasives, restoring habitat, and enhancing scenic views at the Hartland Marsh Loop of the Ice Age Trail near the Hartland Segment.

Work Details:

No experience necessary! All tools and training will be provided. Bring a water bottle and wear sturdy footwear and gloves. Please complete a National Park Service Volunteer Agreement if you do not have one on file. Download Agreement.

Location Details:

Meet at the Cottonwood Wayside parking lot. Watch for the yellow ICE AGE TRAIL EVENT signs.

Contact Details:

Questions? Contact Pat at gpwit1976@gmail.com

 

 

Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter – Twilight Trail Hike Series: Scuppernong Trails and IAT

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Twilight Trail Hike – Scuppernong Trails and IAT

Hike:

Join us as we hike a portion of the Scuppernong Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. This segment goes through the Scuppernong Trail System. Our hike will feature a member of the Kettle Moraine State Forest Friends Group who’ll share additional insight into this area and the Southern Unit of the State Forest. No need to sign up, just show up! 

Details:

This hike starts at the Scuppernong Trailhead and is approximately 3 – 4 miles long. Hikers will start on the Ice Age Trail and loop back to the parking lot via the Scuppernong Trails. The terrain along this segment is particularly hilly as it travels through pine plantations and hardwoods. Bring water and remember to dress appropriately for the weather. Leashed dogs are welcome and must be cleaned up after. Please bring water for your dogs as well.

Location:

The Scuppernong Trailhead  parking lot is located off of Hwy 67 north of Eagle, WI. Look for the IAT event sign as you approach this hike event.

Contact:

Send questions or comments to our  Waukesha/Milwaukee IAT Chapter Facebook page or to our chapter email.

Waukesha/Milwaukee Chapter: Midweek Hike – Scuppernong Segment

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The Hike:

Explore the National Ice Age Trail with us! This month we will be hiking the Scuppernong Segment. This out and back hike will start at Scuppernong’s southern trailhead and will be 3-5 miles in length.

Details:

Meet at the Scuppernong Hiking Trails parking lot on the north side of Hwy ZZ.  We will hike north on the Ice Age Trail and have the option of returning on one of the Scuppernong Trails. Distance will vary depending on which trail you return on.

Bring water. Dress for the weather. Hiking sticks are helpful. We will cancel if weather or conditions are unsafe. These hikes are are free, and 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.

Location:

Meet at the Hwy 67 Trailhead parking lot.

Contact Information:

Email comments or questions to either of your hike leader, Mike.

 

 

 

 

Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter – Trail Improvement Day: Scuppernong Maintenance Sweep

Scuppernong Segment Maintenance Sweep!

The Workday:

Join the Waukesha / Milwaukee County Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance for a Trail Improvement Day. We will be clearing invasives, restoring habitat, enhancing scenic views and repairing tread along the Scuppernong Segment of the Ice Age Trail in the heart of Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest.

Work Details:

All tools and training will be provided. Bring a water bottle and wear sturdy footwear and gloves. Please complete a National Park Service Volunteer Agreement if you do not have one on file. Download Agreement.

Location Details:

Meet at the D.J. Mackie Picnic Area parking lot. Watch for the yellow ICE AGE TRAIL EVENT signs.

Contact Details:

Questions? Contact Pat at gpwit1976@gmail.com

 

 

Waukesha/Milwaukee Chapter: Hartland Walking Club – Scuppernong Segment

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The Hike:

Explore the National Ice Age Trail with us! This month we will be hiking the Scuppernong Segment. This out and back hike will start at Scuppernong’s southern trailhead and will be 4-5 miles in length.

Details:

Bring water. Dress for the weather. Hiking sticks are helpful. We will cancel if weather or conditions are unsafe. These hikes are are free, and 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. 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 Hwy 67 Trailhead 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.