_ The 2018 Rob's Sugar River Ramble:

Connect with the Upper Sugar River Watershed by land and water as you cycle through the beautiful countryside beginning in Mount Horeb, WI, then paddle the sparkling Sugar River until you reach your destination near Paoli, WI.  After the event, get transported back to Mount Horeb with your fellow participants for a locally-sourced feast, beer tasting and entertainment from 11 am-2 pm. Participants also receive the official Ramble event t-shirt included in everyone's registration.

All proceeds support the Upper Sugar River Watershed Association, a non-profit organization that provides leadership for continuous resource improvement through strategic partnerships that benefit the watershed’s land, water and people.

When: Sunday June 3, 2018 from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm

Where: Those using their own canoe/kayak check in at the Valley Road/Sugar River crossing south of Verona, WI (7401 Valley Rd., Verona, WI 53593).  All participants will begin the event at Grundahl Park in Mt. Horeb, WI (400 Blue Mounds St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572)

Cost: $45 for adults before midnight May 23, $50 for adults after May 24 until midnight May 31. $10 for children 12 & under. Advanced registration only.  Canoes or kayaks can be rented for an extra $40.

Route: Choose between the Trail Bicycle Route (14.4 miles) along the Military Ridge Trail, the Hills Bicycle Route (19.8 miles) which winds through the watershed alongside the West Branch Sugar River, or the Watershed Bicycle Route (31.9 miles) that straddles the Sugar and Pecatonica river watersheds. After the bicycle ride, all participants will paddle 4.6 miles down the Sugar River, which takes 1-2 hours to complete depending on water level and ability.

View bicycle route cue sheets here: http://uppersugar.org/wp-content/uploads/Ramble-Que-Sheets-1.pdf

About Rob Lucas

Rob’s Sugar River Ramble is a memorial event in honor of Rob Lucas. Many people knew Rob Lucas through his work as a Psychologist for the Madison School District and his love for the outdoors and exercise.  Much of his life was spent with his wife, Angie, their 3 children and their dogs, enjoying their mutual love of many outdoor activities like skiing, canoeing, kayaking, biking, camping, hiking, and roaming many different natural areas near and far.  

Rob and his family were surrounded by many cherished friends who share a love for same activities. Every weekend an activity was planned and many of their wonderful trips were made with dear friends and family.

Rob was always up for an adventure big or small. A rich paddling, biking, and skiing community is part of what makes it so much fun and so beautiful to live in this part of Wisconsin. Rob was part of the glue that held these communities together – always so friendly and welcoming, quick with a joke, willing to step up to help everyone, or volunteer, and was generous with his talents at teaching.

Event details and schedule

Event-Day Guide: http://uppersugar.org/wp-content/uploads/RSRR-Event-Guide-1.pdf

Event Day Schedule

Those bringing their own canoe or kayak:

1. Check-in time is from 7:30-8:30 am at the Sugar River/Valley Road crossing (7401 Valley Rd., Verona, WI 53593) where you will drop off your kayak or canoe with our volunteers
2. Drive north with your bicycle to Grundahl Park in Mt. Horeb (400 Blue Mounds St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572) where your choice of bicycle route begins
3. Bicycle ride ends at the Sugar River/Valley Road crossing where you drop off your bicycle, and pick-up your kayak or canoe to begin the 4.6 mile trip down the Sugar River
4. Finish your paddle and get shuttled back to Grundahl Park for lunch, beer tasting and music
5. Before 2:30 pm, pick up your bicycle at the Sugar River/Valley Road crossing, then pick up your canoe or kayak at the paddling landing (1479 State Highway 69, Verona, WI 53593)

Those renting a canoe or kayak:

1. Drive with your bicycle directly to Grundahl Park in Mt. Horeb (400 Blue Mounds St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572) and check in where your choice of bicycle route begins
2. Bicycle ride ends at the Sugar River/Valley Road crossing where you drop off your bicycle, and pick-up your rented canoe or kayak to begin the 4.6 mile trip down the Sugar River
3. Finish your paddle and get shuttled back to Grundahl Park for lunch, beer tasting and music
4. Before 2:30 pm, pick up your bicycle at the Sugar River/Valley Road crossing (7401 Valley Rd., Verona, WI 53593)

Note: All participants are required to bring their own bicycle.

Parking

Street parking is available around Grundahl Park in Mt. Horeb.

Course Map

Course map available here: http://usrwa.org/wp-content/uploads/PedalPaddleMap.pdf

Registration by Mail

As an alternative to online registration, participants may register by mail. Fill out the following form and send with payment to the Upper Sugar River Watershed Association: http://usrwa.org/wp-content/uploads/Robs-Sugar-River-Ramble-Registration-2017.pdf