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    The new guidebook “Headin’ to the Cabin: Day Hiking Trails of Northwest Wisconsin,” published by Atiswinic Press describes family friendly trails across nine counties. Contributed photo

    New book details 100+ day trails in northwest Wisconsin

    Ah, “headin’ to the cabin” ... those few words alone are enough to conjure images of a relaxing weekend by the lake, of a pleasant stroll through the woods or along a beach, of a place where one’s cell phone hopefully doesn’t work.

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    Glacial Drumlin State Trail bridges to be closed longer than previously announced

    Bridges over three major rivers that the Glacial Drumlin State Trail crosses will remain closed longer than originally anticipated after state officials discovered that the structure under the decking was in worse condition than expected.

    • May 23, 2013
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    Blogger shares hiking options for Memorial Day Weekend

    Blogger Skillet Creek writes about a variety of hikes in the Baraboo area in a recent post on DevilsLakeWisconsin.com.

    • May 17, 2013
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    Four hikes highlight Wisconsin's geography

    TravelWisconsin.com details a quartet of hikes that highlight a variety of terrain in Wisconsin in a recent story.

    • May 21, 2013
  1. Blogger Marilynn Nash finds spring flowers along Ice Age Trail

    I simply couldn’t help it!

    • May 20, 2013
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    Ice Age Trail corridors proposed for Langlade and Marathon counties

    The public has an opportunity to review and comment on proposed corridors for the Ice Age National Scenic Trail through Marathon and Langlade counties in north central Wisconsin.

    • May 17, 2013
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    Ice Age Trail corridors proposed for Langlade and Marathon counties

    The public has an opportunity to review and comment on proposed corridors for the Ice Age National Scenic Trail through Marathon and Langlade counties in north central Wisconsin.

    • May 16, 2013
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    Photos: A spring hike around Door County's Meridian Park

    Meridian Park is anchored on the south by a wayside between Jacksonport and Baileys Harbor and spreads north on 92 acres of natural trails.

    • May 15, 2013
  2. Trail Mix Run set for Sunday

    Five- and 10-kilometer trail run races will be held at 8:30 a.m. Sunday at the Iola Winter Sports Club, E398 County Road MM, Iola.

    • May 14, 2013
  3. Roy Schwelk of Oshkosh is one of about 50 volunteers who worked Saturday to enhance a portion of the Ice Age Trail, a national scenic tour that winds through 1,200 miles of Wisconsin. Shereen Skola/For Wisconsinoutdoorfun.com

    Volunteers improve Ice Age Trail (with video)

    More than 50 volunteers battled below-average temperatures and gusty winds Saturday to improve one of Wisconsin's greatest natural treasures.

    • May 11, 2013
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    While hiking on the Ice Age Trail in Rusk County blogger Marilynn Nash was caught by surprise when she saw flowers, since winter storm Achilles had dumped over eighteen inches of snow in northwest Wisconsin just five days earlier in May 2013. Marilynn Nash/For Wisconsinoutdoorfun.com

    Ice Age Trail hike to highlight spring flowers

    Northwoods Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance will conduct its annual Spring Wildflower Hike, stepping off at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 18, in the Harrison Hills.

    • May 10, 2013
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    Rose and Randy Scannell, mother and stepfather of Ben Edinger, stand on a recreational trail on Green Bay's northwest side on Wednesday. A portion of the trail is being dedicated to Ben Edinger, who was killed while serving with the Marines in Iraq in 2004. Lukas Keapproth/For Wisconsinoutdoorfun.com

    New Green Bay trail section will honor fallen Marine

    Growing up on Green Bay’s northwest side, Ben Edinger spent plenty of time with friends alongside the railroad tracks near Perkins Park.

    • May 10, 2013
  4. Mosquito Hill offers hike, summer programs for children

    Children and parents can explore the flooded lowland forest during a program from 12:30 to 3 p.m. May 25 at Mosquito Hill Nature Center.

    • May 9, 2013
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    Open houses will look at possible Ice Age Trail routes through Marquette County

    The public will have an opportunity at three open house meetings to review a study area of significant geologic, biologic and cultural features along with scenic views, public lands and facilities that could be included in a possible route for the Ice Age National Scenic Trail through Marquette County.

    • May 8, 2013
  5. A beetle sits on a milkweed plant at The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor. These and other creatures might be seen on a 'Signs of Spring' walk held May 11 by The Ridges. Submitted

    Hike to find frogs, spring signs at The Ridges

    The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor holds two No Family Left Inside programs this weekend, and registration is required for each.

    • May 7, 2013
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    Volunteers needed to help build three miles of Ice Age Trail’s Plover River Segment

    North of Highway 52, roughly halfway between Wausau and Antigo, a signature segment of a statewide hiking trail is growing. From Friday, May 10th, through Saturday, May 18th, volunteers are needed to help build the Plover River Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

    • May 8, 2013
  6. Early bird registration extended for Walk Wisconsin

    Due to the slow start to the spring season, organizers of Walk Wisconsin have extended the $25 early bird registration deadline to May 13.

    • Apr. 30, 2013
  7. Two persons walk on Plank Road Trail Friday April 22, 2011 during Plank Road Litter Clean-up day in Plymouth. Photo by Gary C. Klein/The Sheboygan Press File photo

    Plank Road Trail to close temporarily

    A section of the Old Plank Road Trail between County Highway M and Highway 57, between the cities of Sheboygan Falls and Plymouth, will be temporarily closed for reconstruction.

    • Apr. 30, 2013
  8. Boy Scout Troop 601 hikes in Horicon Marsh

    On April 27, the Boy Scouts of Troop 601 experienced the natural beauty of the Horicon Marsh. Along their five mile hike, the Scouts witnessed numerous species of birds including geese and cranes.

    • Apr. 30, 2013
  9. Night hike to feature frogs, toads and more

    A hands-on program with frogs, toads and salamanders followed by a walk in a wetland after dark to hear and see frogs in their natural habitat.

    • Apr. 30, 2013
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    Ice Age Trail land trust applies for accreditation

    The land trust that oversees the Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin is applying for accreditation.

    • Apr. 26, 2013
  10. Day Trip: Bike, hike along Lake Michigan's shoreline

    Mariners Trail connects Manitowoc and Two Rivers.

    • Apr. 26, 2013
  11. In this HTR Media file photo, the O'Connor family of Whitelaw, Joey, 5, Tim, and Tammy use a GPS unit to search for a hidden treasure in the Rahr Memorial School Forest during Forest Festival 2009. File photo

    Community invited to Forest Festival on May 4

    Families and citizens of all ages are invited to a Forest Festival, an afternoon of free nature hikes and recreational activities, from 1 to 4 p.m.

    • Apr. 25, 2013
  12. Schmeeckle to host candlelight hike

    Schmeeckle Reserve's spring Candlelight Hike Festival will be from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday. Visitors can walk half-mile or one-mile trails over wetland boardwalks lit by torches.

    • Apr. 24, 2013
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    Book highlights hiking trails in Wisconsin's northwest

    The New Richmond News reviews a book by Rob Bignell focused on Wisconsin's northwest.

    • Apr. 25, 2013
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    Mariners Trail cleanup is May 4

    The annual Mariners Trail spring cleanup will take place on May 4.

    • Apr. 18, 2013
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    Blogger Marilynn Nash attends Ice Age Trail Alliance annual conference

    Several hundred people and I attended the Ice Age Trail Alliance annual conference at Trollhaugen Outdoor Recreation Area last weekend.

    • Apr. 18, 2013
  14. Central Wisconsin Offroad Cycling Coalition members Dan Apt and Chad Page work on a segment of single-track mountain bike trail at Big Eau Pleine County Park. Courtesy Mark Chickering

    Volunteers develop trails to help others get fit, return to nature

    Nobody can say for sure when the first trail was developed, but it had to be the first piece of transportation infrastructure designed by humans.

    • Mar. 15, 2013
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    Blogger Marilynn Nash enjoys a hike with mapping in mind

    I trudged through snow, back and forth, criss-crossing terrain, and circumnavigating wet areas with a map-making geographer.

    • Jan. 21, 2013
  16. Image from a winter hike at Brule River State Forest. Submitted by Marilynn Nash

    Marilynn Nash enjoys a winter hike at Brule River State Forest

    A few days ago we hiked The Old Bayfield Road trail in Brule River State Forest.

    • Dec. 20, 2012
  17. Two Rice Lake High School girls participated in their school's 2012 Environmental Day activity -- working on the Ice Age Trail. Marilynn Nash/For Wisconsinoutdoorfun.com

    Blogger Marilynn Nash impressed by individuals who help with Ice Age Trail

    I’m impressed! – with the people I work with on the Ice Age Trail at Mobile Skills Crew (MSC) work events. The efficient management and publicizing of projects brings us together.

    • Dec. 4, 2012

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