What we’re about
PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION! Northern Paddle and Trail (NPT) began in Rhinelander, WI about 25 years ago by a small group of outdoor enthusiasts. It was created to provide a variety of silent sports outings. Members enjoy the beauty of our lakes, rivers and forests where we get fresh air and exercise while visiting with like-minded souls. Our get-togethers include hiking, kayaking, canoeing, biking, XC skiing, snowshoeing, ice shuffleboard, camping, and annual potlucks, plus occasional game nights at a local pub.
For all Meetup members that have not officially joined NPT, we invite you to go to our home website, https://northernpaddletrail.org , click on "membership" and consider joining NPT for the low fee of $10/yr. You will then be included in our GoogleGroup email list to get notices of our events. If you do not want to join NPT at this time, remember you can go to the website's calendar anytime and see what we are up to and join anytime. Plus the home website has many pictures from past adventures.
Hope to see you on the trails,
Northern Paddle & Trail
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Annual Potluck PicnicWashburn Lake Silent Sports Trails Area, Rhinelander, WI
It has become a NPT (Northern Paddle & Trail) tradition for the members to get together during the summer to share stories and meet new members who have joined since our last get together in January. The NPT board is inviting all members to the
Annual Potluck Picnic on Saturday, July 26th, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Washburn Lake Recreation Area, Perch Lake Shelter west of Rhinelander. If need be, Sunday, July 27th will be the rain date. So save the date on your calendars. The board will be meeting soon and will communicate with you on all the details. Because of the picnic's location, the site offers paddling, hiking, mountain biking, swimming, and shore fishing if you want to add them to your picnic experience. If you have any questions before the board sends out their detailed email, please contact me and I will try to answer any questions you may have. - Jay jayjoppa1950@gmail.com
PS... To all Meetup members that have not officially joined NPT thru our membership form, and have not attended an event...consider this an invitation to come and see what we are all about. And remember to let Jay know you are coming. - Explore the Willow FlowageSandy Landing, Hazelhurst, WI
Join in on the fun as we venture to the Willow Flowage north of Tomahawk for a day or two of paddling, pot luck picnicking, and if you want, island camping. The Willow Flowage is a 6,392 acre island studded reservoir located in Oneida County. The DNR property includes 73 miles of shoreline (95% undeveloped), 106 islands and 37 rustic campsites. This true adventure will cover two days, one overnight. You can choose to join in for a day trip or make it an overnight camping trip on an island or possibly a peninsula.
Explore the Willow Flowage, Thursday July 31- Friday August 1, 10:00 am, put-in at the "Sandy Landing"
Doug and Berta Michie, along with Cindy Skinner will have their pontoon boats which will tow your boat and haul your gear, if you want, to the picnic site. Jay will also have his fishing boat to assist. You need to be at the put-in (Sandy Landing) at 10:00 am on Thursday or Friday to take advantage of the tow. Will bring paddlers back to their vehicles at prearranged times with Jay. The "Sandy Landy" is just north of the dam landing about 1/2 mile. Some things that you may want to participate in are picnicking, paddling, observing wildlife, evening sightseeing from a pontoon, fishing, tent camping, photo taking, star gazing, relaxing, etc.. What to bring: PFD (required), your own beverages, snacks, potluck picnic item, binoculars, personal items. Campers need to bring all their own meals and gear. Propane cooking stoves will be available to use. Coolers with ice will be available on the pontoon boats. A small donation toward boat gas would be appreciated. Directions from Rhinelander: (22 miles, 40 min) Starting at the intersection of Hwy K and 47 travel west on Hwy K to the intersection with Hwy 51. Cross Hwy 51 to Swamp Lake Rd.. Follow Swamp Lake Rd. to Hwy Y and turn right. From Hwy Y make a left turn on Willow Dam Rd. to the "sand boat landing", up the road about 1/2 mile from the dam boat landing. New for 2025 - A donation of $5.00 per event is requested for non-NPT members which can be paid at the event. Membership for NPT is $10.00/year. To become a NPT member go to NorthernPaddleTrail.org and click on membership. Doug and Berta Michie and Jay are co-hosting this event. Please contact Jay if you have any questions. jayjoppa1950@gmail.com We hope you can join us on this NPT adventure.
