Fort Atkinson-area residents turned out Saturday for the Family Candlelight Ski & Hike at Haumerson’s Pond.
The event took place from 3 to 8 p.m. and included ice skating, Eisstock, curling, hockey, limbo, hiking and skiing on the Bark River Nature Park trails, games, Yeti tracking and crafts.
Snow dogs from H2M2-WI Snow dogs were on hand for attendees to meet and pose for photographs.
An Irish music band performed in the warminghouse, where snacks and hot chocolate were available for purchase.
The free event was sponsored by the Friends of Haumerson’s Pond. Cosponsors included Agency Insurance, Wayne Hayes Realty, Fort HealthCare, Badger Basement Systems, PremierBank, Fort Community Credit Union and Beauty & the Bean.
Marie Wiesmann, from left, Joanne Larson and Lisa Weber sell snacks in the warminghouse.
Two photos above: Attendees play Eisstock. According to Wikipedia, Eisstock is somewhat similar to curling. In German, it is known as Eisstockschießen. Competitors slide ice stocks over an ice surface, aiming for a target or to cover the longest distance. The Eisstock stones were made by Steve Mode, who spearheaded the revitalization of Haumerson’s Pond.
Families and friends hike, snowshoe and ski on the Bark River Nature Trail Saturday.
Area residents young and old enjoyed time on the ice at Haumerson’s Pond Saturday.
Snow dogs from H2M2-WI Snow Dogs meet Haumerson’s Pond visitors.
Chris Spangler photos.
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