McGilvray "Seven Bridges" Road
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    • About McGilvray Road
    • History
  • THE BRIDGES
    • Pictures and Descriptions
    • Before the Rescue
    • Anderson/Klafke Prints
    • Pictures by Gary Welscher
    • 2010 Flood Damage
  • TRAIL INFORMATION
    • Location of Trail Entrance
    • Tips for Visitors
    • Van Loon Recreation
    • Access during High Water
    • Flora & Fauna
    • Praise for the Trail
  • ABOUT THE FRIENDS
    • The Board
    • The Friends and Their Work
    • Projects Over the Years
    • Worker Bees
    • Announcements
    • Membership
    • Donations
    • Newsletter
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​The Friends of McGilvray Road Welcomes You


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The Friends is a non-profit, ALL volunteer organization dedicated to
  • maintaining the old McGilvray roadway as a hiking trail and
  • preserving the six remaining historic bridges
as a service to present and future generations who are interested in history and enjoy natural areas.  
 ​*Did you Know?
​Your State Taxes do not pay for all of the  maintenance of The McGilvray Road hiking trail.  DNR funds for managing the trail and Van Loon Wildlife Area are limited.  Monies and labor contributed by the Friends of McGilvray Road (FMR) have been critical in completing many projects and keeping the trail usable.  Please help us continue our work by joining FMR or making a contribution.  Memberships  and  Donations.
All membership fees and donations are tax deductible.  FMR is a 501 (c) (3) organization - non-profit.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Annual Open Meeting 
Drugan's Golf Course and Supper Club in Holmen, WI.
Thursday October 12, 2023
A social time will be held at 5:00

Order off of the menu at 5:30 PM
PROGRAM
At the meeting we will discuss what has happened on the trail over the last year and plans for 2024. This will include information from a representative of the WDNR and members of the FMR Worker Bees. We will also present a slide show of the history of the McGilvray Trail.
After the presentations and general discussion, FMR members are encouraged to stay for a SHORT business meeting. Please join us!
REGISTRATION
Register soon but no later than Friday, October 6. Register by emailing the number of attendees in your party to friendsofmcgilvrayroad@gmail.com.

EVENT - 7 Bridges Fall Celebration!  Join the Friends on Saturday, 10/28, to bring in the change of the season. Click here for details.

ALERT - Fund Raiser!  2024 calendars are available. Click here for more information. 


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