Trailtessa BE EMPOWERED Rib Lake trailbuilding, Sept. 17

If you’ve wondered how the Ice Age Trail is built, join us for this trailbuilding event.

Join us for plenty of treadwork, stonework, and boardwalk construction as we continue to build more Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Rib Lake! Learn the basics of trailbuilding from female, volunteer crew leaders. We'll continue making progress toward building four miles of brand-new IAT. A 2023 opening is in our sights. You’ll come away with a new appreciation for the Trail you hike. Camping is available at Wood Lake County Park if you want to come early Friday night or stay late on Saturday night. 

Our Trailtessa BE EMPOWERED is organized by women for women in conjunction with the Ice Age Trail Alliance's Trailtessa and the REI Force of Nature initiative.

Registration limit: 20 women, ages 14 and up

Trailtessa Be EMPOWERED will take place on Saturday, September 17, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, and is a part of a large-scale trailbuilding project that is taking place September 14-18. Click HERE to learn more about that project. 

What to bring: 

• -Dress for trailbuilding! Long-sleeve shirts and pants. 
• -Plan for variable weather - bring layers and rain gear. 
• -Sturdy hiking or work boots, mud boots if you have them. 
• -Leather work gloves if you have them (we'll have gloves if needed).
• -Day pack, water bottle, insect repellent, sunscreen
• -Lunch and snacks are provided with your registration fee.  

Registration closes on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 or when the event reaches capacity. An event email with final details and logistics will be emailed to all attendees a few days before the trailbuilding event.