August 18-21 - Work Project &
Crew Leadership Training Seminar - Colsac Segment, Lodi Valley Chapter,
Southern Columbia County – Project Announcement
The Lodi Valley Chapter of the
Ice Age Park and Trail Foundation (IAPTF) proudly invites you to join the
fun at the upcoming Mobile Skills Crew Project (MSC) near Lodi August 18 -
21, 2005. Crews will begin work Thursday August 18th, 8:00 AM, and finish
up Sunday noon, August 21st.
The project goal is to create a first-class hiking experience that connects
the historic Merrimac Ferry with the 60-acre IAPTF owned Steenbock
property. Work will include constructing nearly 2 miles of new Ice Age
Trail and assisting with ongoing land restoration needs. You can also help
by lending a hand in the camp kitchen or registering volunteers. No
experience is necessary and there is a job for everyone!
The trail will climb a steep hillside and take in striking views of Lake
Wisconsin and the surrounding landscape. The route then meanders across
remnant prairie and shoots through dense patches of red cedar as we work to
"connect the dots" and knock on the door of Gibraltar Rock. This section of
the IAT will be known as Colsac in honor of the only remaining free ferry in
the state, and is symbolic of the connection between Columbia and Sauk
Counties.
Camping, food, tools and instruction are provided. Evening entertainment
includes a full moon hike Friday and a presentation by IAT thru-hiker Dave
Kuckuk on Saturday. And one never knows what trail magic the full moon
might bring! We welcome you to join us for whatever period of time your
schedule allows.
Please register in advance to help us plan food and crew needs. A
registration form, including a parental consent form for our younger
members, is included below. Please register with Project Support
Coordinator Bill Welch, by email (billpatti@charter,net), mailing the form
below, or phone (608.592.5666).
For more contact Luke Kloberdanz ? Team Leader ? at kloberdanz@backpacker.com
- 608.206.3086 or Bill Welch ? Project Support Coordinator ? at billpatti@charter.net
- 608.592.5666. Looking forward to seeing you soon!
The MSC Project Team
Directions to Camp:
- From I-90/94: Take I-90/94 to the Lodi/Hwy 60 exit. Take Hwy. 60 west into
Lodi. At the first stop sign turn right on Main St. (this is also Hwy 113)
heading north. Continue north for approximately 2 miles to Co. Hwy J. Turn
left, heading west on J. Continue on J for ~1mile until you reach the first
house on the south side of the road (just past Bilkey Road). The address is
W11373 Co. Hwy. J. Look for the yellow ?Ice Age Trail Event? signs.
Directions to Work Site:
- From I-90/94: Take I-90/94 to the Lodi/Hwy 60 exit. Take Hwy. 60 west into
Lodi. At the first stop sign turn right on Main St. (this is also Hwy 113)
heading north. Continue north for about 5 miles to the Merrimac Ferry
Wayside. Park at the wayside and check in at the registration tent located
in the wayside. Look for the yellow ?Ice Age Trail Event? signs.
What to Bring:
- Tent
- Sleeping Bag
- Leather hiking or work boots (required)
- Leather gloves
- Long pants
- Long sleeved shirt
- Rain gear
- Sunscreen
- Lip Balm
- Sunscreen
- Water bottles (2 quarts recommended)
- Swimsuit for the beach that's right, BEACH!
- Headlamp or Flashlight
- Positive Attitude
Volunteer Sign-Up Form
Name ___________________________
Address ________________________
________________________
Phone _________________________ Email _________________________________
Sign up for: Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Trail Work O O O O
Meal Preparation O O O
O
Other
O O O O
I want a campsite for:
O O O O
Meal Sign Up: Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Breakfast O O O O
Lunch O O O O
Supper O O O O
If under 18 please obtain parent/guardian permission by filling out the form
on the back.
Registered volunteers will be sent a confirmation, directions, and project
specifications prior to the work weekend.
Please send your completed form to: Bill Welch 116 Merton Ave Lodi, WI
53555
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INERIOR
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
VOLUNTEER IN THE PARKS PROGRAM
PARENTAL APPROVAL FORM
NAME OF VOLUNTEER
____________________________________
PARENT OR GUARDIAN? NAME
______________________________
ADDRESS ___________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
PHONE (RESIDENTIAL) ______________________(BUSINESS)
_________________
I affirm that I am the parent/guardian of the above mentioned volunteer. I
understand that the National Park Services Volunteer in the Parks Program
does not provide compensation, except as otherwise provided by law, and that
the Service will not confer on the volunteer the status of a Federal
employee. I have read the description of the work that the volunteer will
perform.
I give permission for ________________________to participate in this program
sponsored by the Ice Age Park and Trail Foundation at Colsac Segment, Lodi,
WI from August 18 to August 21, 2005.
Signature
_________________________________
Date ________________________________