A few weeks ago, Sylvia and I went on a hike in Cross Plains on the Ice Age Trail. For those of you not familiar with the Trail, it’s a still-being-created foot trail in Wisconsin that covers over one thousand miles. It’s one of nine National Scenic Trails and covers some spectacular parts of Wisconsin. The Ice Age Trail Alliance grows and maintains the trail and is a land trust. Gathering Waters Conservancy (my past employer) is an umbrella group for Wisconsin’s land trusts, and on April 30th (while Andrew and Bryan attended a birthday party), Sylvia and I joined a hike and reception on a segment of the trail.
I hadn’t taken Sylv hiking since last fall, and I was so impressed with how strong and robust of a hiker she’s become.
She carried two sticks for most of the hike…banging them into trees and bushes as any good kid should.
During the hike, we stopped occasionally to hear about the conservation efforts.
Hiking along through the early spring woods. Sylv walked about two miles before she lost her steam. I was so proud of her:)
This girl innately understands posing. I set her on this outcropping, and she just looked so cute!
Here’s looking across a bird-filled wetland.
Sylv zips down some switch-backs at the end of the hike.
Checking out the lichen on a rock with a magnifying glass.
Conor, Pam, and Mindy at the delicious reception (catered by Underground Catering). It’s always great to see friends. Thanks, all, for organizing a really fun event!
