From: Mike Torrance mikehoofer@yahoo.com
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Last Saturday two other hoofers and I went to Indian Lake for some off-trail backcountry skiing. It was AWESOME!!!! We found slopes that can only be had with going off-trail - I was able to get get few telemark turns.
So...
This inspired me to search for other places to backcounty ski. Today I explored "Blackhawk Ridge", a DNR property near Sauk City. It has some insane slopes that was even better than Indian Lake! For those that understand this reference: "It's like paddling section 4 of the wolf river"
So...
I want to go back to "Blackhawk Ridge" next Sunday Jan 24th. This is a backcounty ski trip, but it's also well suited for snowshoes. It's NOT well suited for traditional XC skiing because the park has no tracks (on the other hand, that's never stopped me).
Details:
- Meet at Park Street Circle at 10:30am on Sunday. We'll be back in the mid afternoon.
- The club has 3 extra pairs of scaled backcounty skis. This is the main limiting factor for this trip. If you have your own gear - you're golden. - You also in good shape if you have your own car (if it comes down to limitations on transportation).
- If you want to go, email me before Friday. Let me know if you need gear and are willing to drive.
- If you need to bail out, let me know by Friday. This way I can contact anyone on the waiting list or those that are dependent on a ride.
- Bring a lunch, some extra food for the car ride home. Bring at least 1 liter of water.
- Wear wicking clothes (flease, polypro, etc). No cotton shirts, jeans, etc. There is a good change that we'll bushwhack through underbrush, so be advised.
- Bring extra clothes for the ride home. This is going to be hot and sweaty; you are going to be damp, then cold.
- This is a DNR property. It requires a State Park Sticker. (I have one on my car). If you don't have one, we can figure that out - let me know before Friday.
- If you want to snowshoe - that's fine. If someone wants to run that, that would be nice. I'm happy to join transportation logistics. I just doubt we'll cross paths during the day.
- Bring some extra cash for drivers.
Mike.
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Monday, January 18, 2010
Monday, January 11, 2010
Delta Lodge! please read really quickly!
From: Tiana Riebe triebe@wisc.edu
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DELTA LODGE!!
Date and Time: Thurs Jan 14th 2010 11am - Monday Jan 18 2010 7pm
Location: Delta Wisconsin
Contact: Tiana or Niki
Description: DELTA LODGE!!!!
If you are on this trip, you should have gotten a very very long email from me on saturday that is packed with tons of important information. Please let me know if you DID NOT receive an email from me.
This trip is technically full but let me know if you want to go last minute and we might be able to work something out.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Backcounty ski/snowshoe Jan 16th
From: Mike Torrance mikehoofer@yahoo.com
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Next weekend I am going to go to Indian Lake County park to hunt to go off-trail and search for backcounty slopes to ski down. This will involve breaking trail and occasionally thrashing through underbrush. As much as I would love to gracefully dance around the trees on the way down, it will more likely be a series of strait lines and sliding on my ass.
I've done this a few times and it's a lot of fun. So you think you up for it to have a day playing in the snow, come join me.
Showshoers and traditional X-county skiers are also welcome, but it's likely we'll take different directions and travel at different speeds, so you'll be off on your own. We can plan to meet back at the car(s) at a defined time.
Details:
- Meet at Park Street Circle at 9 am (Jan 16th). We'll be back late afternoon. I'll have a car that can fit 3 more people. Bring a few buck for gas.
- The county park costs $8 for a daily pass, or $26 for a annual pass.
- Bring a lunch, at least 1 liter of water, snacks, etc., and a knapsack
- Wear wicking clothes (no cotton shirts, no jeans, no cotton socks, etc).
- Bring at least a spare shirt and socks (you will be sweaty, and eventually chilled and then cold)
- The club has backcounty skis. I personally like longer poles for this, but that's your call.
- I've also done this with normal XC skies (yesterday), but they tend to get scratched up. With this in mind, your welcome to bring your own, but you are not allowed to use club traditional XC skies.
Note: In terms of using hoofer ski gear next weekend, priority will go the Delta Lodge trip. I also don't have keys to the cage, so if you need to borrow gear let me know ASAP.
Note #2: I will NOT be at the meeting on Tuesday.
Mike.
P.S. Future trips will include skiing along the ice age trial from Devil's lake to Parfrey Geln, and bushwacking the south shore/slope of Devil's lake.
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Next weekend I am going to go to Indian Lake County park to hunt to go off-trail and search for backcounty slopes to ski down. This will involve breaking trail and occasionally thrashing through underbrush. As much as I would love to gracefully dance around the trees on the way down, it will more likely be a series of strait lines and sliding on my ass.
I've done this a few times and it's a lot of fun. So you think you up for it to have a day playing in the snow, come join me.
Showshoers and traditional X-county skiers are also welcome, but it's likely we'll take different directions and travel at different speeds, so you'll be off on your own. We can plan to meet back at the car(s) at a defined time.
Details:
- Meet at Park Street Circle at 9 am (Jan 16th). We'll be back late afternoon. I'll have a car that can fit 3 more people. Bring a few buck for gas.
- The county park costs $8 for a daily pass, or $26 for a annual pass.
- Bring a lunch, at least 1 liter of water, snacks, etc., and a knapsack
- Wear wicking clothes (no cotton shirts, no jeans, no cotton socks, etc).
- Bring at least a spare shirt and socks (you will be sweaty, and eventually chilled and then cold)
- The club has backcounty skis. I personally like longer poles for this, but that's your call.
- I've also done this with normal XC skies (yesterday), but they tend to get scratched up. With this in mind, your welcome to bring your own, but you are not allowed to use club traditional XC skies.
Note: In terms of using hoofer ski gear next weekend, priority will go the Delta Lodge trip. I also don't have keys to the cage, so if you need to borrow gear let me know ASAP.
Note #2: I will NOT be at the meeting on Tuesday.
Mike.
P.S. Future trips will include skiing along the ice age trial from Devil's lake to Parfrey Geln, and bushwacking the south shore/slope of Devil's lake.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Loading Skis for DELTA LODGE!!!!! 1/12
From John Bohlman
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After the meeting on Tuesday (the 12th?) We will need to load skis into my truck for the trip to Delta Lodge. Please meet at the upper cage after the meeting where we will check out skis, poles, and a pair of boots that fit. After you get your gear, you need to tape it all together and label it. You may wish to bring duct tape and a marker.
See you there!
We're gonna have a great time.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
XCSki Gov. Dodge 1/9 meet PSC 9AM
From: Ned Rubert
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Assuming the snow holds out, I will lead an *intermediate* cross-country ski trip to Gov. Dodge S.P. on Saturday 1/9/10. We will meet at Park Street Circle at 9 AM, and either be back by 5 PM or 7 PM depending on whether people want to stop for dinner at the Grumpy Troll. If interested, just show up at Park St. Circle and bring $5 for gas if skiing only; $15 extra if you want to eat at the Grumpy. Please be aware that this is a more aggressive cross-country skiing trip. Make sure you have lunch, snacks, water (packed so it won't freeze) and dress in layers. Plan on skiing ~15 mi. Beginners are welcome as there are a few short trails suitable for training, however, I am not planning on spending more than around a half-hour with instruction before heading out on some of the longer trails.
-Ned
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Assuming the snow holds out, I will lead an *intermediate* cross-country ski trip to Gov. Dodge S.P. on Saturday 1/9/10. We will meet at Park Street Circle at 9 AM, and either be back by 5 PM or 7 PM depending on whether people want to stop for dinner at the Grumpy Troll. If interested, just show up at Park St. Circle and bring $5 for gas if skiing only; $15 extra if you want to eat at the Grumpy. Please be aware that this is a more aggressive cross-country skiing trip. Make sure you have lunch, snacks, water (packed so it won't freeze) and dress in layers. Plan on skiing ~15 mi. Beginners are welcome as there are a few short trails suitable for training, however, I am not planning on spending more than around a half-hour with instruction before heading out on some of the longer trails.
-Ned
Friday, January 1, 2010
Blue Mounds candlelight ski/snowshoe Sat Night, 2 January
From: Connie Lane
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This is a reminder that there will be a trip to Blue Mounds State Park for candlelight ski/snowshoeing . Meet at the PSC at 4:45 to get gear. Drive to Blue Mounds and exercise for a couple of hours, then stop at the Grumpy Troll in Mt. Horeb for dinner and beverage. They serve very good pub food and excellent beer.
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This is a reminder that there will be a trip to Blue Mounds State Park for candlelight ski/snowshoeing . Meet at the PSC at 4:45 to get gear. Drive to Blue Mounds and exercise for a couple of hours, then stop at the Grumpy Troll in Mt. Horeb for dinner and beverage. They serve very good pub food and excellent beer.
The club has lots of XC skis, and right now there are 3-4 pairs of snowshoes (the backpackers took most of the shoes to NC to hike the Appalachian Trail). First come/first served on the snowshoes. If you own some, please bring them.
Cost will be $4-5 for gas and park entry... is no charge for skiing or snowshoeing. Dinner at the Troll will cost around $10, but more if you are having beer.
We'll be back in Madison by 10 pm.
No sign up, just show up. Dress for cold weather.
Connie
Thursday, December 31, 2009
XC Ski Fri 1/1/10 at 1 pm
From: Mike Vidal mike.vidal@gmail.com
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Happy New Years everyone,
Is anybody in town that wants to XC ski on Fri? I'd like to lead a
trip to the Monona Golf Course. Meet a PSC at 1pm to pick up gear.
Please email me if your thinking about coming. Maybe hit a coffee
place on the way home on Atwood for Hot Chocolate.
Description:
Monona Golf Course -- Located in Monona just east of Madison. The
outer loop of the golf course provides gentle beginner conditions -
the perfect place to practice skating technique without the added
challenge of hills. 2.3 miles of groomed easy trails. Restrooms,
parking. 111 Dean Ave.
Conditions:
http://www.madnorski.org/page/trails/conditions/
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Happy New Years everyone,
Is anybody in town that wants to XC ski on Fri? I'd like to lead a
trip to the Monona Golf Course. Meet a PSC at 1pm to pick up gear.
Please email me if your thinking about coming. Maybe hit a coffee
place on the way home on Atwood for Hot Chocolate.
Description:
Monona Golf Course -- Located in Monona just east of Madison. The
outer loop of the golf course provides gentle beginner conditions -
the perfect place to practice skating technique without the added
challenge of hills. 2.3 miles of groomed easy trails. Restrooms,
parking. 111 Dean Ave.
Conditions:
http://www.madnorski.org/page/
Friday, December 25, 2009
Candlelight ski/hike Saturday, 2 January 2010
From: Connie Lane, connieenal@yahoo.com
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Below is the link for the current listing of candlelight ski and/or snowshoe events for this winter in Wisconsin State Parks. If you are not familiar with the candlelight events, there is more info at the website. Check back as the winter progresses because they sometimes add events.
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Hey All,
Blue Mounds State Park will have its first candlelight event on Saturday, 2 January 2010, with lighted trails for skiing and snowshoeing open between 6 and 9 pm.
I'll lead a trip for any Hoofer who wants to ski or snowshoe. Meet at the PSC at 5 pm to gather gear (the club has everything you need for either sport). There will be a bonfire where you can sit and yak and warm yourself. On our way home, we'll patronize the Grumpy Troll in Mt. Horeb for dinner and beverages. We should be back in Madison before 11 pm.
Dress in layers and bring water to drink and some snacks, or money to buy snacks from the Friends of the Park stand that sells goodies. You'll also need money to eat at the Troll (good basic pub food), and $4 for the driver to pay for gas and park entry fees. If you are skiing, you'll need to buy a trail pass ($4/day, $20/annual, good throughout the state), but there is no trail fee for snowshoeing.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Wanna ski the Birkie (or Korte) and need a place to stay?
From: Ned Rubert, kfrubert@wisc.edu
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If you wanna ski (and you know you do) the Birkie or the Korte and need a place to stay (b/c sleeping in a tent at 0 F after skiing 30 (or 15) mi isn't as much fun), then you should contact me or talk to Rich Miller ASAP! We still have a few openings in Animal House at the infamous Delta Lodge for that weekend.
-Ned
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If you wanna ski (and you know you do) the Birkie or the Korte and need a place to stay (b/c sleeping in a tent at 0 F after skiing 30 (or 15) mi isn't as much fun), then you should contact me or talk to Rich Miller ASAP! We still have a few openings in Animal House at the infamous Delta Lodge for that weekend.
-Ned
Thursday, December 17, 2009
XC ski this Sun 12/20 at Pleasant View Golf Course - 9 am
From: Mike Vidal mike.vidal@gmail.com
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I'd like to lead a trip to Pleasant View golf course this Sun at 9am.
Lets meet at Park St. Circle at 9am to get skis etc. Dress for the weather, bring some water. A few dollars for gas and a snack etc.
Pleasant View is a close by Golf Course in Middleton that has some decent trails. The golf course has over 5 miles of groom trails.
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I'd like to lead a trip to Pleasant View golf course this Sun at 9am.
The address is 4279 Pleasant View Rd. It's very near Black Hawk ski club.
Conditions and more info.
Map
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
XCSkiing @ Blue Mounds (Sat. 12/19)
From: Ned Rubert krubert@wisc.edu
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I will be leading a XC ski trip to Blue Mounds SP (~45 min drive from downtown Madison) on Saturday 12/19. No previous XC skiing experience needed to go on this trip. To go, just meet at Park St. Circle at 9 AM, bring some cash for gas (~$5/person), a trail pass if you don't have one (~$4) and however much you want to spend on dinner at the Grumpy Troll (~$15 recommended). Bring a snack, water bottle and plenty of warm clothing. We'll get whatever skiing equipment we need from Hoofers, then drive to Blue Mounds SP and ski from ~10:30 AM until around 4 PM, and then grab dinner on the way back to Madison. If we have a mix of skill levels, I'll plan on giving a ski lesson and spend 1-2 h leading on the easier trails, and then split off after that for a more aggressive trek.
-Ned
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I will be leading a XC ski trip to Blue Mounds SP (~45 min drive from downtown Madison) on Saturday 12/19. No previous XC skiing experience needed to go on this trip. To go, just meet at Park St. Circle at 9 AM, bring some cash for gas (~$5/person), a trail pass if you don't have one (~$4) and however much you want to spend on dinner at the Grumpy Troll (~$15 recommended). Bring a snack, water bottle and plenty of warm clothing. We'll get whatever skiing equipment we need from Hoofers, then drive to Blue Mounds SP and ski from ~10:30 AM until around 4 PM, and then grab dinner on the way back to Madison. If we have a mix of skill levels, I'll plan on giving a ski lesson and spend 1-2 h leading on the easier trails, and then split off after that for a more aggressive trek.
-Ned
XC skiing Saturday 12/19
From: Carl Zimm beampoweredtetrode@yahoo.com
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The nearby UW Arboretum features a 15 km system of traditional XC skiing trails winding thru scenic fields and forest. The slopes are mild, so it is a good place for learners. No permits or fees are required. I would like to lead a short trip at a mild pace, but we could split into fast and slow groups if there is interest. I have room for 5 in my car; we could add more people if there are more cars. Meet at ParkStCircle Sat 12 Dec at 1PM, return 3:30-4PM. Bring your own skis or try out the clubs (you must be a member for that). Email me if you are coming; let me know if you want to drive and take more passengers.
Carl Zimm
Friday, December 11, 2009
Cross country skiing - Indian Lake - Saturday 12/12
From: Nate Frenczak
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I'm leading/organizing a cross country skiing trip to Indian Lake - a 30-40 minute drive from downtown. We're meeting tomorrow (Saturday) at 9:45am at Park Street Circle (by the Union Theatre) to gather up the needed gear. We hope to leave about 10am, and return sometime before 5pm. It's possible that we may make this a traditional Hoofers trip by stopping at Culver's for dinner on the way home.
All skill levels are welcome. Indian Lake has several different loops, all groomed.
Our limiting factor will be vehicles. I can bring 3 people (4 will be cozy but doable). Please email me to reserve a spot. If you have a car and can drive, that will help too. I will check my email tonight and again by 8:30am in the morning.
The Hoofers will/can provide skis, poles, and boots.
You will need to provide:
-snow pants, gloves, hat, wool socks, long underwear, etc....
-a water bottle (preferable filled with water for this trip)
-a snack
-sunglasses might be nice
-$7 for a trail pass, plus $8+ for gas and food
Let me know if you have any questions,
Nate Frenczak
All skill levels are welcome. Indian Lake has several different loops, all groomed.
Our limiting factor will be vehicles. I can bring 3 people (4 will be cozy but doable). Please email me to reserve a spot. If you have a car and can drive, that will help too. I will check my email tonight and again by 8:30am in the morning.
The Hoofers will/can provide skis, poles, and boots.
You will need to provide:
-snow pants, gloves, hat, wool socks, long underwear, etc....
-a water bottle (preferable filled with water for this trip)
-a snack
-sunglasses might be nice
-$7 for a trail pass, plus $8+ for gas and food
Let me know if you have any questions,
Nate Frenczak
XC skiing trip, Sat 12/12 1PM, UW Arboretum
From: Carl Zimm
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yahoo.com
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The nearby UW Arboretum features a 15 km system of traditional XC skiing trails winding thru scenic fields and forest. The slopes are mild, so it is a good place for learners. No permits or fees are required. I would like to lead a short trip at a mild pace, but we could split into fast and slow groups if there is interest. I have room for 5 in my car; we could add more people if there are more cars. Meet at ParkStCircle Sat 12 Dec at 1PM, return 3:30-4PM. Bring your own skis or try out the clubs (you must be a member for that). Email me if you are coming; let me know if you want to drive and take more passengers.
Carl Zimm
beampowered-tetrode@
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