Tag Archives: Lodi Valley Chapter

Full Moon Hike – Lodi Valley Chapter

Join us for a short walk in the light of the full moon.  The March full moon is often called the Worm Moon to signify the warming earth as in preparation for spring.  Meet at the Twin Pines trailhead of the Lodi Marsh Segment on Lodi Springfield Road.

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy shoes, and bring a light as well, and in case of slippery conditions, a walking stick is useful. Leashed, well behaved​ dogs are welcome.

For more information, call Bill @ 608-843-3926 or email at billpatti@charter.net

 

Featured image by: Rachel Roberts

Tyke Hike – Lodi Valley Chapter

Join the Ice Age Trail Alliance Lodi Valley Chapter for our next Tyke Hike at the Lodi Marsh Segment. These short walks are designed for young children accompanied by an adult, with a focus on noticing things in nature. During this hike we’ll look for what’s going on in early spring.

Meet at the Twin Pines trailhead of the Lodi Marsh Segment on Lodi Springfield Road.

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy shoes, and in case of slippery conditions, a walking stick is useful. Leashed, well behaved​ dogs are welcome.

For more information, call Bill @ 608-843-3926 or email at billpatti@charter.net

 

Featured image by: Karen Smith

Candlelight Full Moon Hike – Lodi Valley Chapter

Join us for a special candlelight hike at the Gibraltar Rock Segment on February 24. Hike along an illuminated path up the hillside to watch the full moon. February’s moon is called the snow moon. 

Meet at the Ferry Landing Parking Lot, Hwy 113 Lodi at 7:30 p.m.

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy shoes, and bring a light as well, and in case of slippery conditions, a walking stick is useful. Leashed, well behaved​ dogs are welcome.

For more information, call Bill @ 608-843-3926 or email at billpatti@charter.net

 

Featured image by: Rachel Roberts

Tyke Hike – Lodi Valley Chapter

Join the Ice Age Trail Alliance Lodi Valley Chapter for our next Tyke Hike. These short walks are designed for young children accompanied by an adult, with a focus on noticing things in nature. During this hike we’ll look for what’s going on in winter.

Meet at the Gibraltar Rock Segment parking lot at Gibraltar Rock Road.

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy shoes, and in case of slippery conditions, a walking stick is useful. Leashed, well behaved​ dogs are welcome.

For more information, call Bill @ 608-843-3926 or email at billpatti@charter.net

 

Featured image by: Lisa Jones

Full Moon Hike – Lodi Valley Chapter

Wolves have howled at the Moon for centuries, yet it is still there…

Join us on Thursday evening, January 25th, for a short walk (perhaps to howl?) in the light of the full moon at the Lodi Marsh Segment.  The January full moon is often called the Wolf Moon or sometimes the “stay at home” moon…but come out and howl!

We will meet at the Robertson Trailhead on Lodi/Springfield Road at 7:30 pm. Watch for the yellow “Ice Age Trail Event” signs.​ For directions visit:​https://goo.gl/maps/RE2C5

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather, sturdy shoes, and bring a light as well, and in case of slippery conditions, a walking stick is useful. Leashed, well behaved​ dogs are welcome.

For more information, call Bill @ 608-843-3926 or email at billpatti@charter.net

 

Featured image by: Cameron Gillie

Habitat Improvement: Gibraltar Rock Segment at Steenbock Preserve

What You’ll Help Do

Each year, the view of Lake Wisconsin and the Baraboo Hills improves at the Alliance-owned Steenbock Preserve. Help remove invasive brush from the oak savannas and woodlands using loppers and hand saws. Trained sawyers will bring down invasive trees, too. If there is adequate snow cover, we’ll also burn the brush piles

Join us each day, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Friday, February 9, and Saturday, February 10, and learn what it takes to restore the savannas of the Steenbock Preserve.

We also need NPS-trained sawyers and swampers (a person to ensure crew safety when a sawyer is running the chainsaw) and brush haulers to pile and burn the debris. We encourage NPS-certified sawyers to bring their chainsaw and PPE.

Registration:

To help us plan this event with your needs in mind, please register by Tuesday, February 6, 2024.

Limit: 50 volunteers.

Event is full. Email Lisa Szela, Volunteer Support Coordinator, (lisa@iceagetrail.org) to be added to the waitlist.

All Talents and Abilities Welcome!
There’s a role for volunteers of all ages and abilities. And no experience is necessary to participate in MSC events. Friendly Alliance staff and certified volunteer crew leaders provide hands-on training to get you started immediately.

Schedule
Your contribution of time and energy is welcome for any part of the event.

The event runs Friday, February 9, and Saturday, February 10, and the hours each day are 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Lunch is provided each day. 

Parking and Volunteer Check-In
Parking is located at the parking lot on Hwy 113 at the Colsac Ferry Crossing. Please follow the yellow Ice Age Trail Event signs.

Parking may be limited this time of year, so please consider ride-sharing.

There is no overnight camping or base camp for this project.

What to Bring
Bring winter-appropriate footwear such as insulated boots. Ice cleats (Micro Spikes, Yak Traks, etc.) and walking sticks are highly recommended for for secure footing.

  • A plastic sled and/or backpack for hauling gear may prove helpful.
  • Appropriate ‘near-fire’ clothing (no synthetics – leave that fancy coat at home).
  • Clothing to dress in layers (for warmth and to keep dry).
  • A daypack, sunscreen, and leather gloves.
  • A water bottle(s) and a thermos filled with a warm beverage.
  • NPS certified sawyers are welcome and encouraged to bring their saws and PPE.

Looking Ahead:

Want to know what’s in store for the entire season? The list of 2024 HIP and Trailbuilding events coming, soon!

Questions?
Please contact Steve Pence, Land Restoration Specialist, by emailing: steve@iceagetrail.org

We hope to see you soon!

Happy Trails,

The Gibraltar Rock Segment Project Team

2023 Annual Meeting- Lodi Valley Chapter

Mark your calendars for the IATA Lodi Valley Chapter Annual Meeting. Expect an evening of fun, delicious food, mingling with Trail enthusiasts, and an engaging presentation by Chapter members Ross and Carol Mori, who visited EVERY Wisconsin State Park in one year!  They’ll cover favorite lesser-known gems, parks along the IAT, and logistics.

You’re welcome to bring whatever you’d like to drink in addition to a dish to share; no need to bring plates/silverware.

Date: March 18, 2023

Place: Town of Lodi Town Hall, W10919 County Rd. V, Lodi

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Town+of+Lodi+Town+Hall/@43.347455,-89.5446617,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8807053eb0825b71:0xd802e61333b7df1f!8m2!3d43.347455!4d-89.542473

 RSVP by March 11th   lodivalleychapter@iceagetrail.org

5:00 – 5:45 Social Hour (BYOB)

5:45 – 6:15 Potluck Dinner (bring a dish to pass)

6:15 – 6:45 Brief Business Meeting and Awards

6:45- 7:30 State Parks Presentation

Amy Onofrey and Mandy Crary,

Lodi Valley Chapter Co-Coordinators

February Candlelight Full Moon Hike – Lodi Valley Chapter

The Hike:

Greetings hikers, walkers, strollers, and saunterers!
Join us for a hike under the full moon and be guided by candlelight. A beautiful way to enjoy the winter evening with friends.
We may need to rely on flashlights and headlamps, so bring those if needed. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Well behaved, leashed dogs are always welcome. Due to possible slick conditions walking sticks are recommended. We will have extra available for you to use.

Event details:

Sunday, February 5th at 7:30 pm @ Ferry Landing Wayside Parking Lot/Trailhead

Location details:

We will meet at the Ferry Landing Wayside Parking Lot Trailhead; Watch for the yellow Ice Age Trail Event signs.

Questions? Contact Cathy chellenbrand57@gmail.com or call 608 206 1827 

First Day Winter Hike- Lodi Valley Chapter

The Hike:

In celebration of the New Year, join us as we continue our annual tradition of a First Day Hike! We will serve hot chocolate and some leftover cookies to toast in the New Year! This hike is a leisurely stroll up to the “big bench” and back.

Due to possible slick conditions walking sticks are recommended. We will have extra available for you to use.

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy shoes. Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.

Event details:

Sunday, January 1st at 1:00 pm @ Merrimac Ferry Parking Lot on Hwy 113.

Location details:

We will meet at the Merrimac Ferry Parking Lot on Hwy 113.; Watch for the yellow event signs.

Questions or need more information? Call Bill at 608-843-3926 or billpatti@charter.net

 
Don’t forget our first Full Moon Hike of the year soon after on January 6th, Robertson Trailhead, 7:00 pm.

Fontana’s Fall Color Run – Lodi Valley Chapter

Join Fontana Sports and the Lodi Valley Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance for a great morning on the Gibraltar Rock Segment of the Ice Age Trail.

Toe the line with Ice Age Trail enthusiasts and enjoy glorious fall color along one of the Trail’s most scenic segments.

DATE: Saturday, October 8,

TIME: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Start/Finish Line and Packet Pick-Up: Ferry Wayside Park, 12499 State Road 113, Lodi, WI 53555

Choose from three distances: 

2-Mile Fun-Run/Walk
4-Mile Run/Walk
8-Mile Run

No matter your age or ability, we’ve got an event for you!

This is not a timed event. There will be a clock at the start/finish if you’d like to track your time.

This is a good old-fashioned trail run on a beautiful (but challenging) segment of the Ice Age Trail. Enjoy amazing views of Lake Wisconsin from the top of the bluffs. Finish in the valley right next to the Merrimac Ferry Landing.

View Course Map, here. (The course will be well-marked for each distance.)
Your registration includes:

  • A $20 donation to the Lodi Valley Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance
  • FREE swag for the first 100 registrants
  • Race bib, aid stations, a drink (water, sports drink, or apple cider)
  • Seasonal snacks (apples, pumpkin muffins, cookies, etc.)

Event Schedule – Saturday, October 8:

8:00-8:45 a.m.: Race Day Packet Pick Up (Start/Finish line: Ferry Wayside Park, 12499 State Road 113, Lodi, WI 53555)
9:00 a.m.: 8-Mile Run Start
9:05 a.m.: 4-Mile Run/Walk Start
9:10-10:00 a.m.: 2-Mile Run/Walk Start
11:00 a.m.: Awards (overall Male and Female finishers of the 4-mile and 8-mile runs) and 25+ Prize Drawings (must be present to receive prizes)

We will be hanging out outside after the races end so please bring warm clothes so you are comfortable!

 

 

Full Moon Hike- Lodi Valley Chapter

The Hike:

Greetings hikers, walkers, strollers, and saunterers!
This month we will return to the Gibraltar Segment of the Ice Age Trail for a spectacular evening walking under the full moon!
Join us on Monday, July 11th for our monthly hike under the full moon. We will walk up to the mesic prairie for a good look at the sun setting over Devil’s Lake State Park to the west and the moon rising in the east.
July’s full moon is known as the Buck moon. July is normally the month when the new antlers of buck deer push out of their foreheads in coatings of velvety fur. It was also often called the Thunder Moon, for the reason that thunderstorms are most frequent during this time. Another name for this month’s Moon was the Hay Moon or as some knucklehead might say, “Hey! Moon”
The moon rises around 5:30 pm so it will be fairly light at the start of the walk, but we may need to rely on flashlights and headlamps by the end as the sun sets. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather and bring along a flashlight or headlamp.  Well behaved, leashed dogs are always welcome.

Event details:

 Monday, July 11th at 7:30 pm @ Slack Road Trailhead

Location details:

We will meet at the Slack Road Trailhead; Watch for the yellow Ice Age Trail Event signs.

Questions? Contact Bill at billpatti@charter.net or 608-843-3926.

Pencil in these upcoming Full Moon Hikes:

August 9th – what has become our annual birthday hike…come celebrate with us!

September 8th

October 9th

November 8th

December 7th…hiking with Santa (cookies may be involved)