Discover The Ice Age Trail at National Trails Hike Near Cornell
Enjoy a scenic but gentle segment of the Ice Age Trail and celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday, June 5 near Cornell. All activities will occur at the Ice Age Trail parking area on Hwy CC, 2 miles north of Cornell, from 9:30 AM to noon.
Hikers may choose either or both of two hike options and be shuttled to the starting points for their walk until 11 AM. The options are 2 and 3 miles in length. The longer option starts at Firth Lake and features a 500 foot boardwalk skirting the south shore. The second option features great views of the Chippewa River and Perch Lake.
Volunteers will shuttle participants to the starting point between 9:30 and 11 AM, and welcome them on their return with refreshments and water. Hikers should be prepared for summer insects such as ticks and mosquitoes.
National Trails Day® is celebrated nationwide to introduce people of all ages to hiking and walking opportunities and the benefits of making hiking and walking part of a healthy lifestyle. For other National Trails Day events, go to www.americanhiking.org.
The local Ice Age Trail Alliance Chippewa Moraine Chapter sponsors Trails Day events to introduce the trail to area residents and visitors. Alliance volunteers build, maintain, and support the Ice Age Trail and provides volunteer opportunities for those interested in working on and for the trail. Local information is available at www.iatchippewa.org. Information about the Ice Age Trail Alliance is at www.iceagetrail.org.
For more information, call 715 967-2164, or email chapter@iatchippewa.org.