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The Walworth/Jefferson Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance to Offer Free Hiking Events On June 2, National Trails Day

Saturday, June 2 at 8 AM:  The Annual Up-to-20-mile National Trails Day Hike

Join members of the Walworth/Jefferson County Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance for a free guided hike of 1.5, 4.2, or up to twenty miles of the Trail in Walworth and Jefferson Counties, rain or shine!   Meet at the white Ice Age Trail tent near the Rice Lake boat launch parking area (free) in the Whitewater Lake Recreation Area, near the north end of State Park Road just south of Kettle Moraine Drive.  The trail is rocky, hilly, scenic, and can be quite challenging;  sturdy shoes, a cell phone, water, and snacks are strongly recommended.  Hikers may opt out at most road crossings;  free transportation back to the parking area will be available.  Contact Chapter Coordinator Andy Whitney at 262-949-0286 for further information.

 

Saturday, June 2 at 10 AM:  Mammoth Tracks:  Nature Exploration for Children and Families

Older children and families can take a guided hike to explore one of two nearby sections of the Ice Age Trail — down the hill to Whitewater Creek (2.2 miles) or up the bluff to the lookout over Rice Lake (1.8 miles).  A limited number of hand-peeled hiking sticks will be awarded to the young hikers afterward.  Hikes will take place on the hour between 10 AM and 1 PM — long pants, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and bug spray are recommended!  On-going hands-on supervised nature exploration activities will be provided for toddlers and little tots.

Both activities will take place at the white Ice Age Trail tent near the Rice Lake boat launch in the Whitewater Lake Recreation Area (near the north end of State Park Road just south of Kettle Moraine Drive).  Free parking on National Trails Day.  Other amenities at the site include a playground, shady picnic areas, water, and primitive bathrooms.  This event is sponsored by the Walworth/Jefferson County Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance.

For more information, contact Barb Converse at 262-473-7304.

Free Fishing Day hosted by the Whitewater Optimist Club – Saturday, June 2, 2018

WHS Tennis season comes to a close

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From Coach Dittmer:

Our tennis season concluded today with sub-sectionals at East Troy. Nick Kuzoff won his first match via forfeit against Monroe. He then lost to #1 McFarland (Tyson Laux) 6-2, 6-2 in the next round. Despite the loss, he played a good match in which he hustled to track down every ball and make his opponent work to earn every point. Of our players today, I was most impressed with #1 doubles (Cole Kinson and Austin Kaya) and #4 singles (Henry Bresser). Cole and Austin took care of Jefferson in the first round, beating them 6-4, 6-3 with some great net play. They eventually fell to top-seeded Big Foot in the next round 6-2, 6-1. Henry Bresser won a tight battle in first match against Edgerton 7-6(8), 5-7, 6-4. He then lost the next round to #1 McFarland (Jack Newman) 6-1, 6-1. Henry showed a lot of promise with his groundstrokes and I am very optimistic about his tennis future.

Unfortunately, we were unable to advance anyone to Sectionals, but I thought we played good matches and have nothing to hang our heads about. I had a great season coaching these players and look forward to seeing how our younger players grow next season. I will certainly miss our three Seniors, Cole Kinson, Anthony Reed, and captain Joe Creanza. They were great leaders to our team. I can’t wait for next season, go Whippets!

UW-Whitewater Graduation Photo Gallery

Photos by Tom Ganser

Discover Panama: The Land between the Seas

Trip Preview
Thursday, May 24, 1:00 pm
Starin Park Community Building

Immerse yourself in Panama and experience a land of contrasts with remote rainforests, rich history, diverse wildlife and spectacular coastlines February 14-22, 2019.

Highlights include the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, Embera Indigenous Village—’Keepers of the Rainforest”, the culture of the country including indigenous artisans, cigar rollers, and folkloric masks. Savor culinary treats such as fresh Panamanian ceviche, guarapa at a sugar mill, sample breads and pastries from a clay oven bakery and learn how to make seco. Visit Anton Valley nestled inside the world’s second largest volcanic crater and learn about frog conservation, butterflies, and visit a nonprofit orchid nursery. The trip includes a one-day partial transit through the canal, 15 meals, and airfare.

Double is $2999 per person or $3699 single. $500 due with reservation. Deadline for deposit is August 1. The full itinerary is at the center or online at: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/883244

Former WHS Baseball player garners NACC All-Conference award

WHS Graduate (2016) Julian Sonn completed his freshman season on MSOE’s (Milwaukee School of Engineering) baseball team – an injury red-shirted him his academic freshman year. Playing in the NACC conference, Julian was First Team selection playing first base.

Sonn’s statistics for the 2018 season:
Batting Average- .339,  Runs – 26, Hits – 57, Doubles – 11, Triple – 1, Home Runs – 3, and led the conference with 42 rbi’s.

Phyllis Masterson, 92, of Whitewater passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2018 in at Fairhaven in Whitewater, Wisconsin.

Phyllis was born June 21, 1925, to Raymond and Alta (Sleep) Chamberlain in Palmyra, Wisconsin.  She lived most of her life in Whitewater, Wisconsin.  She graduated as valedictorian from Whitewater High school in 1943.  She then attended and graduated from Whitewater State Teacher’s College (now UW-Whitewater) in 1947.

Phyllis married William Masterson, her high school sweetheart, in 1947.  Together, they spent 61 years together and had three children.  For 23 years, she taught math at the junior high and high school in the Whitewater school district.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, American Legion Auxiliary, PEO Sisterhood and the Retired Teachers Association.  Phyllis enjoyed music, reading, knitting, weaving, crosswords and loved her family dearly.

She is survived by her three children, Kim Masterson of Whitewater, Karla Goodman of Severna Park, MD, and Bruce (Debbie) Masterson of Whitewater; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

She is predeceased in death by her husband, parents and daughter-in-law, Pam Schmitt-Masterson.

A memorial service will take place on Saturday, May 26, 2018, at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 145 Prairie St, Whitewater, WI 53190.  A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 26, 2018, from 9:30 a.m. until time of service at First United Methodist Church, Whitewater, WI.  Her cremains will be interred at Hillside Cemetery.

Memorials can be made in her memory to Fairhaven Foundation, 435 W. Starin Rd., Whitewater, WI 53190.

The Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater, Wisconsin is assisting the family, www.nitarydfuneralhome.com

Thank you from Washington School’s Annual Family Fun Night Event

Washington Elementary School recently held its annual Family Fun Night event featuring raffles, silent auction, bingo, games, activities such as a dunk tank, Kona Ice, and more!

This annual fundraising event, sponsored by Washington School’s PATT, raised more than $4,800.00.  Proceeds from this event will help fund field trips, student organizations, assemblies, as well as supplies and equipment needed for the school.  We had an amazing turnout and couldn’t have had this success without all of our donors/sponsors.

Thank you to this year’s donors & sponsors!

For a list of sponsors, 

WHS Girls’ Soccer ties Edgerton

From Coach McCrea:

On Friday, May 18, the Whitewater Whippet Girls’ Soccer traveled to Edgerton for a conference match against the Tide. The Whippets, holding a 5-2-0 Rock Valley Conference record, were looking to solidify a third-place regular season conference placement with a win and goal margin to outpace Evansville for the spot behind conference-leading McFarland and second-place Big Foot.

The Tide found the goal in the fifth minute of play to take a 1-0 lead. The coaching staff made some player moves to account for Edgerton’s speed on the flanks and slow down the Tide’s pressure. In the 30th minute, Sierra Brunner scored on an assist by Kacie Carollo. In the second half, Whitewater dominated possession but lacked accuracy on its shot selection leading to a 1-1 tie with the Tide and a fourth place, out of nine, finish.

Whitewater now, 5-2-1, plays McFarland on Monday at Madison College for the first game of the RVC tournament. Play will continue on Thursday when Whitewater will travel to meet the winner of the Big Foot-Evansville match.