Posts by ICORE secretary
ICORE Birding Hike & Paddle Event
Details: Participants will hike 1 to 2 miles on the Deadhorse Grouse Trails within the Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area. Then the participants would paddle about a mile on the Little Turtle River back to the starting point. John Bates will lead the group while they discover birds, and other wonders of nature found along…
Read More >ICORE MEMBERS VOLUNTEER TO GET LOCAL KIDS ON SKIS
The Hurley Elementary School Cross Country Ski Program is a collaboration between ICORE- Iron County Outdoor Recreation Entusiasts, MECCA, and funding from the SISU Ski Fest. The program is resulting in lots of new skiers having outside fun in the snow. Thanks to the volunteers and these great organizations teaching lifelong sports and healthy exercise.…
Read More >ICORE Winter Fun Snowshoe Event with Lunch
Last year we had to cancel this awesome adventure because the ice was not safe enough to snowshoe the section of the trail that crosses the Turtle Flambeau Flowage. Alas, this year we are golden to do it! It is a beautiful snowshoe that provides you with a view & experience you will not forget.…
Read More >Snowshoe Hike at Holmboe Conifer Forest State Natural Area
Join Northwoods Land Trust (NWLT) for this free guided snowshoe walk on Thursday, February 20 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm at the Holmboe Conifer Forest State Natural Area located in the city of Rhinelander. According to Troy Walters, NWLT Outreach Coordinator, “This 38- acre property along the Pelican River has been welcoming the public since…
Read More >Never Too Cold For Camping
Don’t let cold weather, snow or a lack thereof keep you from taking an outdoor adventure this winter. Celebrate 125 years of the Wisconsin State Park System with early-year camping – a challenging and rewarding winter activity. Winter camping is a more primitive camping experience, a challenge many enjoy taking head-on. Water systems (flush toilet buildings,…
Read More >MECCA Moonshoe – January 11 8 pm – 10 pm
Attendees must register with the North Lakeland Discovery Center by January 9th
Read More >Winter Lake Ecology Program
Join Northwoods Land Trust (NWLT) and Trees For Tomorrow in exploring winter lake ecology. This free event will be held on Thursday, January 23 from 1:00 – 3:30 pm at Trees For Tomorrow. After an indoor introduction, we will venture out on frozen Silver Lake to collect physical data on the lake including ice thickness,…
Read More >Big News!!!!
Iron County Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts (ICORE) PRESS RELEASE December 12, 2024 ICORE receives $35,000 grant from Enbridge Iron County Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts (ICORE) has received a $35,000 grant from the Enbridge Fueling Futures Program. ICORE vice-president Ian Shackleford said the funds will be used to develop a new walking and biking trail connecting Hurley to…
Read More >Mercer Bike Trail Update 10/15/2024 for Annual Meeting
Current Mercer Bike Trail Improvements: Ongoing bike trail maintenance contract between Mercer Parks Board and MECCA Mercer Bike trail logo created; trail signs designed and installed; including mileage markers and Natl Rec Trail signs. QR code leads to trail maps and new town of Mercer maps New trailhead at Carow Park with kiosk, air…
Read More >Open House Mercer Ranger Station
Mercer Ranger Station will be hosting an open house. Come and tour the new facilities and enjoy refresments. Location: 5291 State House Cir, Mercer, WI 54547 When: Tuesday October 29th Time: 4:30 pm-6:30 pm
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