Summer '08
Hello NPT members ..
Be sure to call ahead
to outing leaders, so they can plan for you!
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(Moonlight Paddle, Squash Lake, 2007)
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Summer '08
Hello NPT members .. |
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| Apr 20, Wed, 6:30p | Earth Day Hike - Location TBA Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Apr 21, Mon, 5:30p | Board of Directors Meet: Open to members. 5083 Grossman Ave,Joppa, 362-3731 jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| May 4, Sun, 12:30p | Flower Hike ~ Wild Flower Hike: Carpool to Dells of Eau Claire (Meet at Culvers about 12:30). A waterfall, pretty rocks, Marsh Marigolds, Dutchman's Britches and the glorious array of spring ephemerals await. Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net |
| May 6, Tue, 6:30p | SPEAKER: Geocaching is here!: Enter the adventurous sport of Geocaching (Follow-up May 11) Rhinelander Airport Classroom. Lynn or Larry Z, 715-546-2131 LZibell@gmail.com |
| May 11 follow-up outing ...time: TBA | Geocaching ~ Learning by doing: Larry and Lynne Zibell.host a follow-up event for their talk on Geocaching where we can actually go out and try this new sport for the Northwoods. 715-546-2131 LZibell@gmail.com |
| May 17, Sat, 9am |
Paddle ~ Manitowish River, First section: High Lake put-in to Fishtrap Dam. 7.5 miles. Lake, and quiet winding river environments. Participants will carpool at 9am at the Rhinelander DNR Service Center, 107 Sutliffe Ave. Participants must contact leader Bill Dickens by 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15. For details contact Bill at wdickens@newnorth.net or 499-2021. |
| Jun 11, Wed, 5:30p | Afterwork Paddle ~ Pelican River: Put in HWY 8, 1 mile E of Pelican Lake Rd. Take out at River Bend. Some whitewater on this stretch. Helmets required. Guy Hanson, 282-5810 gch@newnorth.net |
| Jun 21-22, Sat - Sun | Paddle / Hike ~ Border Brule: Leader needed |
| Jun 25, Wed, 5:30p | Afterwork Paddle ~ Wisconsin River: Appeson Boat Landing Jay J 362-3731, jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Jul 2 Wed, 10a | Daytime paddle ~ Hancock Lake, We'll explore the natural charms of this beautiful lake west to Rhinelander off Hwy K. Bring a sack lunch. Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Jul 5, Sat, 9am |
Paddle ~ Manitowish River, Third section: Highway K to Island Lake. 6 to 8 miles. Lake and quiet river paddling. Participants will carpool at Rhinelander DNR Service Center, 107 Sutliffe Ave. at 9:00. Participants must contact Bill Dickens by 8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 3.For details contact Bill at wdickens@newnorth.net or 499-2021. |
| Jul 12, Sat, 11a | Paddle ~ Wisconsin River, Camp 10 section: Put in at Camp 10 and take out at North of Hwy A. Moving water but nothing major, Class 1 or less. Scott W 282-6025, watsons@newnorth.net. |
| Jul 19, Sat, 9am |
Paddle ~ Manitowish River, Third section: Island Lake to Hwy 51. 6 to 8 miles. Lake and quiet river paddling. Participants will carpool at Rhinelander DNR Service Center, 107 Sutliffe Ave. at 9:00. Participants must contact Bill Dickens by 8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 17. For details contact Bill at wdickens@newnorth.net or 499-2021. |
| Jul 21, Mon, 5:30p | Board of Directors Meet Open to members. Location TBA, call Jay J, jjoppa@newnorth.net or 362-3731 |
| Jul 30, Wed, 5:30p | Afterwork Paddle ~ Two Sisters Lake: Boat launch off of River Rd. This lake offers a nice swim and sunset post paddle! Jean J 369-1433, jaj4111@newnorth.net. |
| Aug 2-3 | Paddle / Camp ~ Black River: Canoe camping on a most unusual lazy river. More details here later .. Jay J 362-3731 jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Aug 13, Wed, 5:30p | Afterwork Paddle ~ Lake Julia: Meet at boat launch. More directions later here. Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Aug 16,Sat, 8:30p | Fullmoon Paddle ~ McNaughton Lake: Meet at boat launch. Bring your flashlights / headlamps and repellent because this paddle will end in the dark with the full moon rising over the Northwoords 47 north to Fawn Lake Rd, L on Fawn, R on Fox, L on State Forest Rd TNRD68 Mary M 282-5198, northwoodsmary@yahoo.com . |
| Aug 19, Tue, 5:30p | Afterwork Hike and Swim ~ Buck Lake Hike the trails, and if you are feeling the need to refresh, bring your suit and hop in the crystal clear waters for a dip.Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Sep 6, Sat, 9am |
Paddle ~ Manitowish River, Fourth section, Hwy 51 to Hwy 47. 6 to 8 miles. Quiet river paddling. Participants will carpool at Rhinelander DNR Service Center, 107 Sutliffe Ave. at 9:00. Participants must contact Bill Dickens by 8:00 p.m. Thursday, Sept 4. For details contact Bill D at wdickens@newnorth.net or 499-2021. |
| Sep 10, Wed, 5pm | Afterwork Paddle ~ Langley Lake, Say good-bye to summer, hello to fall with this short but pretty paddle around a nice little northern lake. Bring supper and we can head over to Townline Lake Park afterwards for some communal dining. Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Sep 13, Sat, 10am | Bike Outing ~ ThreeEagle Trail, Three Lakes to Eagle River: Catherine J, cm@newnorth.net or 362-3731. |
| Sep 20, Sat, 10am | Bike Outing ~ Boulder Trail, Chrystal Lake campground to Boulder J, Bike ride on trail from Boulder Junction to Sayner, 25 miles. Participants will carpool at Rhinelander DNR Service Center, 107 Sutliffe Ave. at 9:00. Participants must contact Bill Dickens by 8:00 p.m. Friday, Sept 19. Bill D at wdickens@newnorth.net or 499-2021. |
| Sep 26, Fri, 5pm | Paddle ~ Pelican River, Annual End of Week paddle / potluck / bonfire: Lower section. Put in at Hwy 8, take out at Joppa pier. Paddle, potluck, bonfire. J&C Joppa jjoppa@newnorth.net or 362-3731 |
| Oct 5, Sun, 1pm | Bike Outihg ~ Fall colors Bearskin Trail ~ Trailhead to Blue Lake roundtrip, Catherine J, cm@newnorth.net or 362-3731. |
| Oct 20, Mon, 5:30p | Board of Directors Meet, Location TBA, call Jay J, 362-3731 jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Oct 20 - 24 | Ballots for BoD mailed. Open to members. Location TBA, call Jay J, 362-3731 jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Dec 6, Sat, 5:30p | Annual Planning meeting / Buffet, Location TBA |
| Oct 20, Mon, 5:30p | Board of Directors Meet, Location TBA, call Jay J, jjoppa@newnorth.net or 362-3731 |
| Jan 13, Tue, 6:00p | Annual Auction / Buffet |
| Jan 19, Mon, 5:30p | New Board of Directors Meet, Location TBA |
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Winter - Spring '08
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Jan 9, Wed Potluck, 5:30p Auction, 6:30p |
NPT Annual (Fun)draiser Auction and Potluck ~ To be held at the Rhinelander Airport Classroom, lower level .. (See newsletter for complete details). Jay J, 362-3731, jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Jan 12, Sat, 11a | Ski ~The McNaughton Lake Trail ~ Mary Stokstad, 715-282-6631 mmstokstad@charter.net |
| Jan 20, Sun, 1 - 4p | Ski or snowshoe, Holiday Acres Trails, Rhinelander ~ Beautiful Holiday Acres trails. with bonfire potluck at Marylou B, 362-4168 |
| Jan 25, Fri, 6:30p | SPEAKER ~ Vern Schaller has offered to share his adventures with God, That is Paddling the God River in northern Manitoba ... To be held at the Rhinelander Airport Classroom , lower level. Contact Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Jan 27, Sun, 1:00p | Ski ~ The Escanaba Trail ~ Lynn Z 715-546-2131 LZibell@gmail.com |
| Feb 3, Sun, 1:00p | Ski ~ The Cassian, Rhinelander ~ or ~ Snowshoe @ Birchrock , W/ "Nature Readings" ~ Depending on the snow cover, we will ski or snowshoe/hike Then follow with a little chili, comradely and fireside readings. Marcia will make the chili, bring anything that goes with. We’ll ski or snowshoe from 1-3, have a little dinner and share funny outdoor stories from our winter reading our lives around the fire. Marcia O 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Feb 10, Sun, 1:00p | Snowshoe ~ Thom's Trail ~ Directions: Follow Hwy G past Nicolet, Right turn @ Lassig R (Hanson's Garden Center is on the left). Stay on Lassig Rd, then Right @ Hixon Lake Rd, Left @ Poplar Rd, drive to their home at the end of Poplar ... Please BYO treats to go with Patricia's homemade soup following the snowshoe. Call Budge or Patricia T, 360-5663 |
| Feb 15, Fri, 6:30p | SPEAKER ~ "The Desert Wind" Each of us from our own experiences in the desert SW and Western states. The Desert Wind: bring your pictures, stories and tales of the desert southwest and western plains. (Schedule permitting we may even catch a little Egyptian wind) Feel the psychic warmth of desert thoughts as the howling cold of a northern winter stays firmly outside! To be held at the Rhinelander Airport Classroom , lower level. Contact Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Feb 16, Sat, 11a | Ski | Snowshoe ~ Washburn Trail, Rhinelander (FUNDRAISER EVENT) ~ Scott Watson 282-6025 / Guy Hansen 282-5810 |
| Mar 1, Sat, 10a | Ski the (chickadee) Anvil Trail ~ Jay J 715-362-3731, 499-1022 cell jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Mar 5, Wed, 6:30p | SPEAKER: Appalachian Trail, one step at a time with Tim Obukowicz ~ Share adventures and pictures from the Appalachian Trail through the hike he did during the summer of 2007. To be held at the Rhinelander Airport Classroom , lower level. Contact Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| Mar 9, Sun, 1p | Snowshoe ~ Hanson Lake Trail ~ Beautiful trail is tucked behind the Rhinelander Airport, the woods and lake together offer a truly scenic walk in nature. Parking is behind the DMV ~ Catherine J 715-362-3731, 499-1027 cell cm@newnorth.net |
| Mar17, Mon, 2p | Hike ~ Powell Marsh ~ In search of the green. We'll foray north to Powell Marsh near Lac Du Flambeau, leaving Rhinelander at 12:30pm, on Monday March 17th. Depending on snow conditions we can hike or snowshoe. There are several circular loops to check out. If you would like to car pool, meet at the corner of K and 47 across from the gas station or meet us at Powell Marsh at the north parking area around 1:15. To get to the parking area take 47 north through DF and watch for Powell Rd. to the right. Turn and cross the RR tracks, stay straight when the road to Sandy Beach comes up and watch for a parking area on the right. For a map check out: http://www.lacduflambeauchamber.com/images/powell.gif Given the date, green clothes and green snacks are encouraged! Who knows we may find a leprechan or two! Marcia O 715-282-6379 marciao@newnorth.net |
| Apr 9, Wed, 6:30p | SPEAKER: Glacier Park with Mary and Mark Stokstad ~ In May of 2007, Mary and Mark put dreams in action. They loaded bikes, kayaks, a dandy A-Frame, and good memories from summers' past at Glacier National Park and set out to be employees of the historical and majestic Many Glacier Hotel. From May through September, they worked 5 days a week, then used every spare minute on day 6 and 7 hiking, paddling and biking. Bears (oh yes!), moose, and other animals do their best to share with the humans. Come hear M&M share their wonderful stories about new friends, and vistas of supreme beauty. Rhinelander Airport Classroom, lower level. Contact Mary Stokstad, mmstokstad@charter.net . |
| Apr 20, Wed, 6:30p | Earth Day Hike - Location TBA Marcia O, 282-6379, marciao@newnorth.net. |
| May 3, Sat, 11-4:00p | Flower Hike ~ Location TBA |
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May 6, Tue, 6:30p May 11 follow-up outing ...time: TBA |
SPEAKER: Geocaching is here! Followup outing TBA Larry and Lynne Zibell will help us enter the adventurous sport of Geocaching with a follow-up event on May 11 where we can try out what we learned.First event to be held at the Rhinelander Airport Classroom. Lynn or Larry Z, 715-546-2131 LZibell@gmail.com |
| Jun 11, Wed, 5:30p | Afterwork paddle ~ Pelican River Guy H ?? |
| Jun 21-22, Sat - Sun | Border Brule Week-end |
| Jun 25, Wed, 5:30p | Paddle _ The Wisconsin River, Jay J 362-3731, jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Dec 2, Sun, 4:30p | Farewell salute to 2007. Joe Dean has offered his home for our annual planning event. Please bring a dish to pass and your calendar to help plan some winter adventures. Check your NPT message for directions to his home - Joe can be reached at 362-4963, joliverd84@hotmail.com. |
| Oct 7, Sun, 8a , 2007 | Day Hike, Lake of the Clouds ~ Take the fall color drive to Lake of the Clouds On Lake Superior, then hike the waterfalls on the eastern edge of the park. This will be an all dayer, Carpool from the DNR, Please call me if you plan to attend so I can plan rides better. Marcia O 282-6379 or marciao@newnorth.net |
| Sep 29, Sat 9:00a | Hike Bayfield's Big Ravine and throw in some Apple Pressing fun ~ Hike Big Ravine with the folks from Gathering Water Conservancy, Apple Pressing and other activities are planned as part of their event. No Cost! Car pool from DNR, For more of their events check out www.gatheringwaters.org Marcia O 282-6379 or marciao@newnorth.net |
| Sep 22, Sat, 10:30a | Hike the Fallison Lk Trail w/ a little bike trip thrown in through pretty woods towards Sayner. At 10:30a, meet at the Fallison Lake parking lot (off of N across from Crystal Lake). Bring water for the hike, about 2 miles with up and down terrain. Then we can cross N (cars need a state sticker, (I think)) to Crystal Lake picnic area for some lunch. Pack your own, bring something to share if you wish. For those who want more, after a leisurely lunch we will bike to Plum Lake Campground picnic area (just shy of Sayner), about 5 miles, and return. (The trail does run to Trout Lake and Boulder Junction so the ambitious (not me) may want to bike more.) Any interested afterwards may head to the Sayner Pub for pizza and/or brewski. Call Mary M, 282-5198 or email northwoodsmary@yahoo.com if you plan to join us. |
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Sep 14, Fri, 5:15p -
paddlers 6:45p ~ potluck |
Paddle the Pelican and Fall Celebration Potluck w/ friendship fire ~ Fall celebration and Winter planning please bring your calendars and ideas with you so we have a full fall. Jay / Catherine J 362-3731 cm@newnorth.net |
| Sep 12, Wed, 5:30p, 2007 | After Work Paddle ~ TBA Marcia O 282-6379 or marciao@newnorth.net |
| Sep 9, Sun, 1- 5p | Hike the Escanaba ~ TBA |
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Summer '07 |
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Hello NPT members,
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| May 6, Sun, 1:00p | Flower Hike ~ TBA based on flowers! :) Leader Anita F, 369-1391 |
| May 11, Fri, 5:30p | McNaughton Hike and Campfire ~ Maren Z |
| May 20, Sat, 1:00p | Marsh Marigolds hunt/hike ~ Eau Claire Dells East of Wausau, Car pool from DNR, Marcia O, 282-6379 |
| Jun 1 - 2, Fri - Saturday | Lost Lake Weekend ~ Maren Zahn and MaryLou Baribeau are coordinating |
| Jun 9, Sat, 10:00a | Paddle ~ Moen Lake Chain ~ Meet at
the public boat landing on the west shore of Moen. Take Cty Hwy C east
out of town. Left at
Lake Shore Road. Within 2 miles the public landing will be on your
right. Parking is available along Lake Shore Road.Contact
is Bill Dickens, 282-5057 or
wdickens@newnorth. |
| River Alliance of Wisconsin event: Jun 15, Fri (Write / call Gail for time / place) | Paddle the Totogatic (currently being
considered for Wisconsin Wild River designation) ~
Trip Duration: 5-6 hours Cost: $50/person includes all day river tour, snacks and late afternoon picnic.Participants must provide their own canoe or kayak.Gail Gilson Pierce, Northern Rivers Advocate, River Alliance of Wisconsin Northern Office, 2201 Military Road, Eagle River, WI 54521, 715-479-7530, gpierce@wisconsinri |
| June 23, Sat
8:30a
(On river @ 10a) |
Paddle ~ Manitowish River ~ Plan car
caravan from DNR pkg lot @ 8:30am. Plan to put in by10:00. If coming in
from other directions, give Bill a call for directions and specifics on
High Lake put in (off Cty B) Contact is Bill Dickens, 282-5057 or
wdickens@newnorth. |
| Jun 27, Wed, 5:30p | 'Welcome Summer' Potluck ~ Townline Lake Park. If you are done early bring your boat and take a paddle around the lake. |
| River Alliance of Wisconsin event: Jun 29, Fri (Write / call Gail for time / place) | Second Annual Paddle the
Pike ~ Trip Duration:
6 hours on the water with a rest/snack break.Cost:
$50/person includes all day river tour, snacks, barbecue
dinner and shuttle service. Participants must provide their own canoe or
kayak. Gail Gilson Pierce, Northern Rivers Advocate, River Alliance of Wisconsin Northern Office, 2201 Military Road, Eagle River, WI 54521, 715-479-7530, gpierce@wisconsinri |
| Jul 12, Thur, 5:30p | Afterwork hike/ eat /combined with Rhinelander band shell concert series Bavarians Polka Band We’ll walk the route in the newly published historic Rhinelander (downtown/courthouse area) walking tour, Bring a sack supper and stay for the community concert at the bandshell. Marciao 282-6379 |
| Jul 21, Sat. 8:00a | Day Paddle, North Fork Flambeau ~ From County W to the Camp 41 Landing. Paddlers will leave the DNR parking lot at 107 Sutliffe Ave., Rhinelander, at 8:00 a.m. Paddlers should arrive there at 7:30. Approx: 8 miles of quiet river and Class I whitewater. All paddlers must be able to swim competently. All paddlers must bring a USCG-approved life vest, lunch, snacks and water. Dress appropriately for the weather and river conditions. Review the safety information at http://www.northernpaddletrail.org/Safety/nptsafety.htm. Contact person: Bill Dickens, 541-543-7199, nomikos_61@frontiernet.net. |
| Jul 23, Mon, 5:30p | Hike The Almon Recreation Meet at the area parking lot at 5:30 PM. S'mores served afterwards if we can start a fire! For more Info. call Jean 369-1433. Jean Johnson 369-1433 |
| Jul 24, Tue, 5:30p | Paddle After work Meet at Marilou’s house on Lake Thompson. To get there go to Holiday acres, take the road to the end to 3950 South Shore. Marilou Baribeau 362-4168 |
| Jul 26, Thu, 5:30 p | After work hike ~ work/ eat/ combined with Rhinelander band shell concert series Keyed Up with Skip Wagner (variety)Meet behind Peterson health care at the Nature Conservancy preserve, afterwards we can eat at the wayside park and those who would like to can go to the concert series at the band shell in Trigs parking lot. Marciao 282-6379 |
| Jul 30, Mon, 7:30p | Full MOON Paddle on Squash Lake, Bonfire post Gather about 7:30 pm and be on the water by 8:00 pm. Meet at our cottage at 2853 Bay Dr. we have a grassy level lot and a sandy beach to launch our boats from. For those who have time we'll have a fire & roast marshmallows after paddling. directions: take Hwy 8 west, turn left (south) onto Crescent rd. Take Crescent rd for 1/2 mile and turn right onto Bay Road. Then turn left onto Bay Drive. Dan and Marj 282-6573 or 360-6573. |
| Aug 9, Wed, 5:30p | Hike / eat/ combined with Rhinelander band shell concert series Rhinelander Area Community Band. We’ll hike the nature trails around Rhinelander HS, eat at Pioneer park and for those interested, attend the 7pm concert at the community band shell. Marcia O 282-6379 or marciao@newnorth.net |
| Aug 10 (Fri), 11 (Sat), 12 (Sun) Optional Day paddle on Saturday | Sylvania Camping/Paddling Weekend. Will try to reserve the Marion Lake group site or find other option. Arrangements can be made to meet day-paddlers at the Ottawa Visitor Center at the junction of Hwy 45 & 2 in Watersmeet at 9:00 AM on Sat. Aug. 11. Please call Jean ASAP to confirm your intention, ask questions or get more details 369-1433. Jean Johnson 369-1433 |
| Aug 22 , Wed, 5:30p | Perch Lake After Work Paddle. Plan a relaxing paddle, or a bit of fishing on beautiful little Perch lake. Bring picnic foods and treats to grill at Perch Lake County park, future site of the X-Country Warming Shelter. Contact J or C Joppa, 362-3731 or jjoppa@newnorth.net Joppa’s 362-3731 |
| Aug 25, Sat, 8:00a |
Day Paddle, North Fork Flambeau ~ From
Nine Mile Creek to Oxbo Resort . Leave the DNR parking lot at 8 a.m.
Paddlers should be there by 7:30 a.m. so we on the way by 8. Approx: 12
miles of quiet water and Class I rapids will be involved. All paddlers
must be competent swimmers. They also must bring a USCG-approved life
vest, lunch, snacks and water. Dress appropriately for the weather and
river conditions. Review the safety information at
http://www.northernpaddleandtrail.org/Safety/nptsafety.htm.
Bill D, 541-543-7199 or
wdickens@newnorth. |
| Aug 28, Tue evening | Full Moon paddle ~ TBA |
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Winter '07
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Hello NPT members, Important note: If you plan to attend an event ~ Please call and/or email the Leader by the previous day, so they can plan for you. |
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| Dec 29, Fri, 6:00p | Annual Candlelight Ski ~ Nordic Ski Club at Rhinelander Hi School Trail ~ Ruth Y 277-2493 |
| Jan 3, Wed, 7:00p | Full Moon Snowshoe ~ Velvet Lake ~ Snowshoe and warming fire ~ Marcia, Tim O 282-6379 |
| Jan 6, Sat, 11:00a | Ski ~ The Cassian ~ Slide right out onto this welcoming trail for the Annual-First-Crisp-Morning-Ski of the season! Meet at Hwy K trailhead ~ Catherine, Jay J 362-3731 |
| Jan 14, Sun, 1:00p | Snowshoe ~ Hanson Lake ~ The snowshoe trail wanders the lakeshore, Beautiful woods. Meet in the DMV parking lot - that's better than at the gate below! ~ Jay J 362-3731 |
| Jan 18, Thu, 6:30p | Annual Auction & Potluck, Let the Bidding Wars begin! NPT's annual Auction and potluck. Bring dish to pass, and eating gear. Then get to the business of selling your used camping gear, recycled Xmas gifts, handmade items, dog-sitting services, and other items so valuable that no outdoors person should be without it! DNR ~ Pat D 282-5700 |
| Jan 24, Wed, 6:30p | Glacier Park Memories ~ Have you been to Glacier? Hoping (dreaming) to go someday? Bring pictures, gaze at maps of beloved trails and ponder the quickly disappearing glaciers that named this park. Share and ask questions about this National Treasure. DNR ~ M&M Stokstad 282-6631 |
| Jan 28, Sat, 10:30a | Ski ~ Madeline Lake Trail ~ Ski & Brunch at Ella's Deli (Hwy 51 & 70). Meet at woodruff's DNR service Station on Hwy J, Woodruff ~ Mary, Mark S 282-6631 |
| Jan 31, Wed, 6:30p | Moonlight Snowshoe, (H)owl call, and social ~ Steph, Nick B 282-5079 |
| Feb 3, Sat, 10:00a | Ski ~ McNaughton Trail, McNaughton ~ Pat D 282-5700 |
| Feb 10, Sat, 6-9p | Ski ~ DNR event ~ Raven Candlelight Ski, Turn east off of Hwy 47, between Lake Tomahawk and Minocqua ~ Anita F 369-1391 |
| Feb 17, Sat, 10 - 2 | Ski ~ Washburn Trail, Rhinelander (FUNDRAISER EVENT) ~ Scott Watson 282-6025 / Guy Hansen 282-5810 |
| Feb 25, Sun, 1:30p | Ski, Snowshoe ~ Mary Lou's Trail, BYO toastables , beverages and campfire chair. Don't forget the good cheer! ~ Mary Lou B 362-4168 |
| Feb 27, Tue, 6:30p | China! City Hiking, and other travel tales from China w/ RHS exchange student Lin Su, Rhldr DNR ~ Marcia, Tim O 282-6379 |
| Mar 3, Sat, 10:00a | Ski ~ Escanaba Trail, Boulder Junction ~ Mark, Mary S 282-6631 |
| Mar 6, Tue, 6:30p | Meet 'n Eat ~ Marcia Obukowicz presents Traveling in Norway, Nicolet Learning Resource Center Auditorium, Bring a sack supper, Marcia's presentation starts at 7:30p ~ Catherine J 362-3731 |
| Mar 17, Sat, 8:15a | Paddy's Day Outing to Powell Marsh, A sharing of green food is encouraged, Carpool from DNR ~ Marcia, Tim O 282-6379 |
| Mar 28, Wed, 6:30a | An Africa Safari and more, Pat and Sue Dugan went to Africa recently, and Pat will share some of his experiences. This sounds so very interesting! DNR ~ Pat D 282-5700, or Jay J 362-3731 |
| Apr 21, Sat, Time TBA | Celebrate Earth Day, Hike Black River Falls area, and ponder the beauty of Gitchigumi, The Mother Lake ~ Leader and Meet time TBA |
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| Sept 7, Thurs, 8:30p | Full Moon paddle, Pickeral Lake - Kim U 453-8752 kimjosh777@hotmail.com |
| Sept 9, Sat, 5:00p | Fall potluck ... Tall tales and fine
wine. Boat swap on Squash lake... NPT people go interesting places! Plan to 'Show and Tell' w/ pictures and stories to share. Bring food to share and your boat(s) too - Pat and Sue D - Call for directions to their home. 282-5700 pdugan@shsmh.org |
| Sept 17, Sun, 11a | Bike the Boulder Trail - Meet at the Boulder Junction Information building parking lot (on M going into town on the left - easy to spot!) We'll bike toward Chrystal Campground as far as we want, then turn around and head back. Terrific trail!! Bring a lunch for mid-way lunch stop - Catherine J 362-3731 cm@newnorth.net |
| Sept 22, Fri, 5:45p | Annual sunset Pelican Paddle and campfire - Put in on Hwy 8, first bridge east of the 'stop and go' for the Hwy 17 Bypass (Bring sunglasses for that western setting sun!) Potluck and Friday evening bonfire to follow - Catherine and Jay J 362-3731 jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Oct 1, Sun, 7:30a | Fall colors hike, Lake of the Clouds, + a visit to the stunning Presque Isle falls - Meet at DNR, bring lunch, hiking boots and camera - Marcia and Tim O 715-282-6379 marciao@newnorth.net |
| Oct 7, Sat, | Ice Age Trail, fall hike - Meet at Parrish Cafe - Jay J 362-3731 jjoppa@newnorth.net |
| Oct 31, Tues, 7p |
 Halloween
glow at Camp Birchrock - Meet at Birchrock entry, Hwy K (2.3 miles from
47&K) Come w/ firefriendly costume (Marcia has appropriate gear if you
forget!!
) Campfire at the fire ring with ghost stories to share -
715-282-6379 marciao@newnorth.net |
| Nov 9, Thu, 6:30p | Brian Pierce, Speaking on the subject of Land Trusts - DNR on Sutliff, Pat D - 282-5700 pdugan@shsmh.org |
| Nov 12, Sat, 6:30p | Annual Meeting and Plan session, Potluck w/ Homemade Bread - Steph, Nick B 282-5079 |
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Hello NPT members, Important note: If you plan to attend an event ~ Please call and/or email the Leader by the previous day, so they can plan for you. |
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| S Low water conditions in the Upper Wisconsin Watershed prohibit recreational releases for 2006. New releases will be scheduled when normal levels return to the Rainbow Flowage. For info write Scott at watsons@newnorth.net. | |
| May 20, Sat, 10:30a | Nat'l River Clean-up, Whirlpool Rapids island and Menard island of the Wisconsin River. With Treehaven as a partner, NPT will meet at Camp 10 landing, float to the islands, collecting trash from the river, along the banks, and on the islands. Plan lunch and a good time. Mark S 282-6631 |
| Jun 21, Wed, 5:40p | Annual Summer Solstice Picnic - Potluck outing. Bring your boat, a dish to pass, along with your ideas and enthusiasm for planning more NPT outings. Mary & Mark S 282-6631 |
| Jun 28, Wed, 5:30p | Wisconsin River paddle - Paddle a stretch above Rhinelander, Apperson boat landing to McNaughton takeout - Contact Jay J for put-in info 362-3731 |
| Jun 29, Thur, 8:00a | Raptor Volunteer Day - Meet at Parish cafe ... Holiday Inn for Breakfast - Kim Uecker 362-7700 cell 966-1135 |
| Jul 6, Thur, 5:30p | Afterwork paddle, Black Lake - Steph, Nick B 282-5079 |
| Jul 20 - 21, Thur - Fri | Overnight in the Turtle Flambeau - paddle, explore, fish, camp - Mark S 282-6631 |
| Jul 26, Wed, 5:30p | Afterwork paddle, Velvet and Flannery Lake Meet at the boat landing on Vet's Memorial Drive - Marcia O 282-6379 |
| Aug 8, Tue, 6:00p | After work paddle, Wind Pudding Lake With our own nature guide! Remember the loons last time? Meet at the mcNaughton Post Office. - Bill J 277-2493 |
| Aug 22, Tues, 5:30p | Bike the Bearskin Meet at the Bearskin Trailhead (Hwy K) Remember there's a trail pass fee so bring $ Look to see you there! - Anita F 369-1391 |
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Winter '06 |
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| Jan 7, Sat, 10:30a | Ski ~ Cassian Trail, Rhinelander, Guy Hansen 282-5810 |
| Jan 12, Thur, 6:15p | Annual Auction & Potluck, Rhinelander, Pat Dugan 282-5700 |
| Jan 14, Sat, 1 - 6:00p | Snowshoe & Soak, w/ potluck, Rhinelander, Susan / Scott Watson 282-6025 |
| Jan 15, Sun, 12:30a | Ski ~ Ed's Lake Trail, Crandon, Nicolet Forest, Marcia / Tim Obukowicz 282-6379 |
| Jan 21, Sat, 10:30a | Ski ~ McNaughton Trail, McNaughton, Pat Dugan 282-5700 |
| Feb 11, Sat, 6-9:00p | Ski ~ Raven Trail Candlelight Ski, Minocqua, Anita Foss |
| Feb 18, Sat, 10:30a | Ski ~ Washburn Trail, Rhinelander (FUNDRAISER EVENT), Scott Watson 282-6025 / Guy Hansen 282-5810 |
| Feb 21, Tues, 6:30p | Phil Peterson on Verlen Druger, All Things are Possible, Meet and Eat, Nicolet College Learning Resource Center, Catherine Joppa 362-3731 |
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