Ice Age Trail sign in Algoma, August 23, 2024. PC: Fox 11 Online
ALGOMA, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — People along the Lakeshore are getting ready for a celebration, that’s at least 10,000 years in-the-making.
The National Scenic Ice Age Trail runs 1,200 miles around the state, following the path of the last time glaciers stretched into Wisconsin.
Now, Algoma is becoming the newest Ice Age Trail Community.
The trailhead for the Algoma section of the Ice Age Trail begins at the corner of 6th Street and Perry Street on the city’s northwest side. John Pabich says the route then turns toward downtown.
“We’ve walked the Ice Age Trail in several different areas. And the ones that we found to be the most interesting for the trail communities are the ones that showed you all of their community,” said John Pabich, Algoma Ice Age Trail Community Committee Chair.
Pabich is part of a push to get Algoma recognized as an Ice Age Trail Community.
A ribbon cutting celebration is scheduled for Sunday, at the Algoma Boat Club just across town.
“We’re going to have food. We’ll have Steel Belly BBQ there for purchase. Beverages will be available for purchase inside the boat club. We’re going to have cake and ice cream sandwiches. We’re going to ask folks to bring their lawn chairs. We don’t know how many people we’re going to have,” said Pabich.
Algoma City Administrator Matt Murphy says he expects to see new faces along the 2.5 mile route.
“Any time different means, or different methods of bringing people into the city, to showcase what we have downtown. Whether it’s our art on some of our historic buildings, or to use some of our local businesses, is fantastic,” said Matt Murphy, Algoma City Administrator.
Bright yellow markers called blazers guide the way, down to the Crescent Beach Boardwalk, and beyond. John Pabich says taking to the Ice Age Trail can be therapeutic.
“A lot of times, it’s like a meditation. And it kind of takes you back, takes you down a little bit. You find out it’s always good to commune with nature, to kind of re-center yourself. That’s how I see it. And I’m sure there are other hikers that have a similar experience,” he said.
Algoma will be the 22nd Ice Age Trail Community.
The August 25 celebration is free and open to the public.
It runs from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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