$5,300 Raised for New ATV/UTV Trail Connection

The community came together on Saturday, November 7, for Animal’s Bear Trail Inn’s Last Ride ATV/UTV Ride of 2026, raising an impressive $5,300 toward the construction and maintenance of a new ATV/UTV trail connecting Boulder Lake in Doty to Fish Hatchery Road.

A total of 78 riders registered for the event, and thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, purchased raffle tickets, and made donations, the fundraiser was a tremendous success.

12 Years in the Making – A Major Trail Connection!

This new trail connection represents the culmination of 12 years of hard work and dedication by the Hidden Bear Trail ATV Club and the White Lake ATV Club.

Scheduled to open next spring, this final connection will complete an important link between Oconto and Langlade Counties, allowing ATV/UTV riders to travel between the Nicolet State Trail in Oconto County and the Wolf River Trail in Langlade County.

This is an exciting milestone for our local trail systems and a wonderful example of what can be accomplished when clubs, businesses, and communities work together toward a common goal.

Thank You for Your Support!

A huge thank-you to Animal’s Bear Trail Inn for hosting this fundraiser and helping make this project possible. We also extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who donated, attended the ride, purchased raffle tickets, and supported the event.

Your generosity is helping turn a 12-year vision into reality!

The Hidden Bear Trail ATV Club is proud to have been part of this project alongside the White Lake ATV Club. We look forward to seeing everyone out on this new trail next spring!

Pictured presenting the $5,300 check to Gary McCorkle, President of the White Lake ATV Club, are Animal’s Bear Trail Inn owners Mike Richling (right) and Ben Richling (left).