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Ghost Pipe
Hiking along the Ice Age Trail Near Whitewater Wisconsin and I came across these Ghost pipes. I had not ever seen them before or more likely, overlooked them. Nestled within serene woodlands and shaded groves lies a botanical treasure that has captured the fascination of both nature enthusiasts and researchers—the Ghost Pipe. This elusive...
Birds Foot Violet- Hoary Puccoon
Birds Foot Violet- Hoary Puccoon I recently witnessed a controlled burn along the Ice Age Trail in a specific location that I’m choosing not to disclose. This burn had the positive effect of granting me access to an area I wouldn’t have explored otherwise. This area, though compact, is quite delicate and susceptible to...
Revived Fern Fronds
In early May, I strolled through the woods along the Ice Age Trail, with a sense of wonder, on the lookout for wildflowers or anything that might capture my attention. Starting from Olsen Cabin, I meandered along the IAT for a bit before veering towards the John Muir Hiking-Biking Trails. It was there that...
Everywhere A Sign
Everywhere a sign, here’s mine. I started volunteering with our local chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance in 2019. About 6 months before the nasty C word shut everything down. After many years of hiking and camping many different areas, it feels good to help preserve, protect and improve a trail system so...