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Thousand-Miler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail

June 10, 2025

Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie, Ill. 

 

Book Talk
Thousand-Miler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail

Learn the history of the Ice Age Trail and our National Scenic Trail System, then hear all of the adventures Melanie had during her two thru-hikes of this incredible footpath.

Thousand-Miler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail

June 10, 2025

Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Lincolnwood Public Library, 4000 W. Pratt Ave., Lincolnwood, Ill.

Book Talk
Thousand-Miler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail

Learn the history of the Ice Age Trail and our National Scenic Trail System, then hear all of the adventures Melanie had during her two thru-hikes of this incredible footpath. 

 

100 Things To Do In Wisconsin Dells Before You Die

April 10, 2026

Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Sun City Huntley, 12940 Del Webb Blvd., Huntley, Ill. 

 

Talk
Wisconsin Dells: Beyond the Big Attractions

Think you know the Dells? This popular vacation spot is a lot more than waterparks and fudge shops, although it has plenty of both. Come discover what you’re missing!

Hiking trail in the mountains.

Sept. 25, 2026

Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Sun City Huntley, 12940 Del Webb Blvd., Huntley, Ill.

Talk
America’s Amazing National Scenic Trails

The U.S. is home to 11 National Scenic Trails. Learn what makes each trail special, plus which sections of each are best to explore. 

 

Wooden bridge in woods

Spring – Fall 2025

Time: April through October
Location: North Country Trail and Continental Divide Trail

 

Upcoming Hikes

Follow along as I continue my goal of hiking all 11 National Scenic Trails. In spring 2025, I plan to return to the North Country Trail, heading east from southern Ohio. In late summer/early fall, I’ll jump back on the Continental Divide, where I hope to finish much of Colorado.

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