Hundreds enjoy moonlit, candlelight hike at Blue Mounds

The nearly full moon stole the show Saturday night for the Blue Mounds State Park annual Candlelight Hike. More than 700 hikers young and old from the tri-state area enjoyed mild winter temperatures and calm winds for the 3-mile trek along moonlit and candlelit trails. Park staff and volunteers with Friends of the Blue Mounds State Park assisted with parking, campfires and hot cocoa and cookies for the evening that was intended to showcase the midwinter beauty of Blue Mounds State Park. “We were very happy with the event, and glad that so many people came out to enjoy a really pleasant night,” said Park Manager Chris Ingebretsen. “We really appreciated everyone's effort and support, and look forward to doing this again next year.”