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ADULT FIELD TRIPS

Adult field trips are one-day trips to local destinations designed to explore all the amazing things the Fox Cities has to offer while learning and connecting with others. We take the work out of planning, all you need to do is sign up and meet us there!

Please note that transportation is not provided for these trips, and it is your responsibility to meet at the trip location at the designated time.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Kate Yates
920.886.2105
kyates@ymcafoxcities.org

BICYCLE TOUR TO GUCKENBERG-STURM PRESERVE

Wednesday, September 27
10:00-11:30 AM

Cost: Y Member - FREE; General Public - $5

Starting at the Neenah-Menasha YMCA, we will take a 5-mile ride to the Guckenberg-Sturm Preserve adjacent to Stroebe Island. This 48-acre preserve was purchased by the Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust in 2005. The marsh and surrounding floodplain forest represents one of the last remaining pristine, open cattail marshes found along the Lower Fox River. During our visit, we may see birds on the DNR ‘Species of Greatest Conservation Need’ list feeding in the preserve or using the preserve as a migratory staging ground. So, do not forget your binoculars! Round trip, this tour will be 10 miles. We expect to ride 10-12 mph and expect it will take approximately 1.5 hours.

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HIKE HECKRODT WETLAND RESERVE

Wednesday, October 18
8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Cost: Y Member - FREE; General Public - $5

Heckrodt Wetland Reserve is a 91-acre non-profit urban nature reserve with habitats including forested wetland, cattail marsh, open water, created prairie, open field, and upland forest. This nature walk will be approximately 1.5 miles. There will be spots for rest. This outing is geared towards the beginner walker. We will meet at the trailhead at 1305 Plank Road, Menasha. (Return time is approximate)

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HIKE BRUCE B. PURDY NATURE PRESERVE

Thursday, October 26
8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Cost: Y Member - FREE; General Public - $5

Did you know, the Y has over 104 acres of land, thanks to the kindness of the late Bruce and Barbara Purdy. The hike today could be up to 3 miles. The trail can be more challenging with uneven terrain, and occasional inclines. This hike is for the more experienced hiker. Meet at the Apple Creek YMCA. (Return time is approximate)

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