The Northwoods Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance will host a guided snowshoe hike in the Underdown area of the Lincoln County Forest on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, starting at 10:00 a.m. Participants should meet at the Underdown Recreation Parking Lot on Copper Lake Road. [From Merrill, take Hwy. 51 to Hwy. K north of Merrill. Travel Hwy. K to Hwy. H and take a right turn onto Hwy. H, then a right turn onto Copper Lake Road to the Underdown Parking Lot. Follow the Ice Age Trail signs.]
“Come and enjoy the wonderful landscape created by the Great Wisconsin Glacier about 10,000 years ago,” the Northwoods Chapter hike organizers say.
A UW geology and geophysics professor described the Underdown as a “world class hummocky feature” of glacial topography, they say. In simpler terms, the area has swamps, lakes, bogs, and hills abundantly.
The snowshoe trail layout and design has been done by Chapter member, Chris Schotz. The trail is well marked and packed. Hikers can chose between distances of one to four hours depending on their ability, experience, and endurance. The trail is “moderately difficult.” Hikers should come prepared with their snowshoes, drink, and weather-appropriate clothing.
“Hot cider, hot chocolate, cookies, and a blazing fire will await you after the hike,” organizers say. There is no charge for this event. Donations to the Chapter will be accepted.
For more information, contact Ruby Jaecks at 715.551.1118 or [email protected].