June Mushroom Hike
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Epic harvest of oyster mushrooms on Saturday June 13th!
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Commorative Plaque Added to Nucy Meech Trail
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The Meech Family has created and installed a beautiful tribute to their Mother, Nucy Meech, at the entrance to the Nucy Meech Trail, part of the Capser Trail. It is a fitting tribute to Nucy, a founding member of the MIWP board and a long time member of MIWP. Click image to see more…
Read MoreOctober Hike on the Capser Trail with a Special Tour of the New Fisherman's Loop!
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It was a gorgeous autumn day, and everyone especially liked traversing the Capser Trail’s new Fisherman’s Loop! Be sure to check out our new trail maps on our website. You can enjoy the Fisherman’s Loop year round. Plan to cross-country ski the Loop this winter!
Read MoreEarly Summer Foraging for Mushrooms. A Rainy But Informative Hike!
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Our first Forest Classroom activity of the season was well-attended! We hiked with Samantha Dobson on (and off) the Capser Trail in search of Oyster mushrooms. Because mushrooms are 85-90% water, rain is great for mushroom hunting, although right after the rain when the sun comes back out is the best time. You always learn something new when you hunt mushrooms with Samantha! The next mushroom walk is September 10th. Mark your calendars now!
Read MoreRelocating the Capser Trail Beavers to Beaver Hollow on Compton Road north of Bayfield
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Madeline Island Trails and Friends of the North Creek Wetlands have been working on a joint project the last few days to relocate the 2 adult and 2 young beavers from near the Capser Trail Bridge to a new home at Beaver Hollow, where it is hoped they will repopulate an empty lodge. The two yearling beavers were trapped and transferred first. Today one of the adults was released into Beaver Hollow. Hopefully the remaining adult beaver will be trapped and transferred soon. Click the image or title to view the video explanation, and the video of the adult beaver discovering a new home…
Read MoreA Continuing Saga: The Beavers and the Capser Trail Bridge
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This spring islander John Hogan was walking the Capser Trail and found our trail beaver(s?) had been cutting down more trees, and two trees had fallen onto the bridge. John shared two pictures of the damage to the bridge.
A few days later Ken Myhre, President of Madeline Island Trails, who last fall had installed special drainage pipes in the dam built by the beaver(s?), again came to the rescue and cleared some of the backup to allow water to drain. The logs were removed and the bridge repaired. MIWP board member (and trails committee chair) Marnie Myhre shared pictures of Ken at work and the resulting tranquil scene. Many thanks to John, Marnie, Ken and Madeline Island Trails!
Read MoreForest Classroom: Foraging for Oyster Mushrooms on the Capser Trail
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Saturday, June 12, 2021 was a good day for harvesting oyster mushrooms on the Capser Trail.
We had a fantastic turnout! Everyone loved being with Samantha Dobson as she shared her wisdom, stories and knowledge.
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Spring Wetlands From The Capser Trail and Observation Deck
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It was a gorgeous spring day on Madeline Island, and a perfect day to view the wetlands from the Capser Trail Observation Deck. The Observation Deck is a very short hike from the trail parking lot off Middle Road. Spring is also a wonderful time to look and listen for migrating birds!
Read MoreGreat Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing and Winter Hiking on Our Trails
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The MIWP trails have been in great shape for winter activities! The parking lots and the trails show the signs of lots of happy trail users!
Read MoreThe North End and Nucy Meech Trails Cleared for Hiking and XC Skiing
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The North End trails are in the best shape in years! Lots of work done to clear for hiking and XC skiing. We also cleared the Nucy Meech — sweet trail.
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