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March 29th Update I skied at the LHS Trail late morning today with no-wax classic skis. The trail is just starting to melt down to vegetation by the entrance gate and is getting thin in a couple of places in the track out on the loop. It is always good to be able to ski on my birthday and this makes 17 weeks of continuous snow cover. I turned off the lights a few days ago. I assume it will be skiable here and at Sisters' Farm at least through the weekend if you time the daily thaw (and possibly longer if we get the predicted snowstorm this week).. The interior wiring and installation of outlets and lights at the cabin are finished, but it still needs to be connected to the trail grid.
Grooming equipment and the nearly finished warming hut at the Ladysmith High School Trail on December 3rd, the day after the first grooming of the season. |
Wellness Ski On March 2nd
This will be from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, March 2nd at the trailhead and warming hut for the Ladysmith High School Lighted Trail. People are wellcome to cross country ski or snowshoe (but not hike) on the trail and beverages and snacks will be provided. If you don't have your own gear, call 532-2151 to reserve snowshoes. The will be free and in sizes for adolescents and adults. You can get directions to the trail on the Trail Maps page of this site. The activity is co-sponsored by LATA and by the UW-Extension-Healthy Lifestyles for Rusk County.
Social Ski and Gathering on Saturday, January 18th
The plan is to ski and then meet afterwards at the Tee-Away at 2 p.m. The Golf Course will not be groomed and with the predicted dangerous windchill, skiing at LHS (or skipping the skiing) might be a better idea.
LATA Annual Meeting on October 1
The Meeting is 7 p.m at Ladysmith High School. Look for the room location to be posted by the east entrance. The agenda includes election of officers.
Blue Hills Hikes on September 30
LATA members will be leading hikes to the Blue Hills Felsenmeer and Devil's Kettle on Sunday, September 30th. The meeting points are 9:30 amat the Ladysmith Visitor Center and 10 am at the Blue Hills Inn. Call Pete at 532-7230 or Jim at 532-7246 for more information.
Bricco Memorial Will be Dedicated on September 18
There will be a dedication of memorial donated by the family of Bob Bricco at the parking lot of Sisters' Farm 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 15th.
LATA Dinner
Click here for pictures of the banquet held on January 20th 2007.
2006 Annual Meeting on September 18th
The re-elected officers are: Pete Olson, President; Jim Kurz, Vice President; Aileen Tauchen, Secretary; and Lee Norwood, Treasurer. Contruction of the LHS shelter is progressing (as of 11-20-06, the walls are complete above window height).
Fundraising Car Wash at County Market on August 18th and 19th
A portion of the funds raised will go to the LHS shelter. Have your car washed or work a few hours.
Weekly Mtn Bike Rides on Wednesdays
The first 2006 LATA summer bike ride will be held on Wednesday, May 31, at 6 p.m. We will be meeting at the Sister Farm parking lot. This will be a weekly event so mark Wednesdays on your calendar as a night of fitness and fun!
LATA Winter Meeting on February 27
The will be a short meeting at the Ladysmith High School Library on Monday, February 27th, at 6 p.m. The purpose is to get input from the members on new projects, particularly building a shelter at the LHS trail. Please contact me by e-mail or at 532-7230 if you are unable to attend.
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser and Social Ski
The pancake breakfast on January 22 was a success. Thanks to OLS, the BEARS environmental club, and LATA volunteers. Funds will go to trail maintenance and construction of a multi-purpose shelter at the LHS trail head.
New Sign at the LHS Trail
2005 LATA Annual Meeting
The LATA Annual meeting was held on April 11th. The following officers were elected: Pete Olson, President; Jim Kurz, Vice President; Aileen Tauchen, Secretary; and Lee Norwood, Treasurer. The Weathershield LITE Foundation presented LATA with a check to purchase a DR string mower. Trail maintenance plans were discussed and the group voted to purchase a small grooming drag for the west side of Sisters' Farm.
Ice Age Trail Hike
14 people snowshoed or skied a 5 mile portion of the Ice Age Trail in the Blue Hills on March 12. For a gallery of pictures, click here.
Classical tracks and leaf, Sisters' Farm, 1-22-05
Christmas at LHS Trail
Skier on East Loop, Sisters' Farm, December 27
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Second LATA Skandic Snowmobile. A used Skandic was picked up July 30, so there will be one available for Sisters' Farm and one for LHS. This will lead to quicker grooming after new snowfalls and provide a backup if we have mechanical problems. See the News page for more information. Sisters' Farm Eagles. This adult eagle was photographed along the Flambeau River at Sisters' Farm on July 25th. This is the first time in 19 years that no chicks hatched at this nest or the nest across the river. |
2004 Log Jam Moutain Bike Race
42 racers competed in the 14 mile Sport Class and the 26 mile Expert Class races today. Fear of wet conditions may have discouraged some riders from showing up but the conditions were surprisingly good. Todd McFadden was 1st in the Expert Class. Jesrin Gaier was the 1st overall in the Sport Class with Jessica Martin the female winner. Complete results are now online.
Todd McFadden on his way to winning the Expert Class. For more race photos,click here
Other Ladysmith Trails
Although LATA only maintains LHS and Sisters' Farm trails, there are other recreational trails in and near Ladysmith. There are several miles of trails at the Flambeau Mine site and the City of Ladysmith is developing the Riverview Trail along the south bank of the Flambeau River, connecting County G and State 27. Both can be used for snowshoeing, ungroomed skiing, hiking, or mountain biking.
Click here for pictures of Sisters' Farm Trails from February 8, 2004.
| A new silent sport and outdoor recreation group has recently formed in the Ladysmith Area. The purpose of this group is to promote, develop, educate, and enjoy silent sports in the Ladysmith Area. This new group has been formed as the Ladysmith Area Trails Association or (LATA). LATA will be assuming the responsibility of developing and maintaining the Sisters Farm trail system and the Ladysmith High School lighted loop that were formerly groomed by the Rusk County Trail Assocation. LATA will be about more than just trails; we are planning on providing opportunities for participation in silent sports such as mountain biking, hiking, cross country skiing, running, kayaking, canoeing, and general outdoor fun in the Ladysmith Area. Membership fees have been established at $15.00 per individual and $25.00 for a family. Your membership not only makes you a voting member of LATA, but will also provide for the promotion of group rides, clinics, youth educational programs, and of course, trail development. |
Older Photo Galleries
60 people attended the annual LATA dinner on 1-17-04. Music was provided by members Mario and Sherry Friedel, with Flambeau Jambeau. There were many door prizes and gift baskets auctions. For pictures, click here.
For some pictures from Adam Bucki's talk on 12-21-03 and LATA trail pictures, click here.
LATA
P.O. Box 64
Ladysmith, WI 54848
(715) 532-7230
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