Name: Poetry Hike
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27

The Eau Claire Axemen are built on local grit, sharpened by competition, and powered by a league redefining the game. As part of The Arena League™, the Axemen bring a faster, high-scoring 7v7 format to Eau Claire - where every drive is built to attack and every game delivers more touchdowns, more momentum, and more energy from start to finish.

Eau Claire Axemen

Monster Scoop Ice Cream offers high-quality homemade ice cream made mostly from scratch. The portions are monster-sized with competitive prices. Monster Scoop ICe Cream has a location in both Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls.

Monster Scoop Ice Cream Eau Claire

The YMCA Sports Center is 48,000 sq ft full of action for all athletes and event users. It includes 2 separate arenas (Turf 16,000 sq ft and Sport Court 12,000 sq ft) a Gymnastics Area (6,000 sq ft), 2 meeting rooms, 1.5 basketball courts, 3 volleyball courts, 6 pickleball courts, large open space with high ceilings, open and free parking, concessions and family events year-round. The opportunities are endless! Make plans now to visit Western Wisconsin’s Premier Indoor Sports Facility at the YMCA Sports Center!

YMCA Sports Center

The Quality Inn of Eau Claire is near the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire off Interstate 94. The 100 percent non-smoking. Conveniently located with easy access to Interstate 94 and downtown in a quiet setting within walking distance from the Chippewa River State Trail, featuring biking and cross-country skiing. This Eau Claire, WI hotel is close to many area attractions, including Carson Park, a 132-acre community park located on an island surrounded by Half Moon Lake. Eau Claire Regional Arts Center, Chippewa Valley Museum, Action City Family Fun Center and Chaos Indoor Water Park are within five miles of the hotel. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Bollinger Fields, Chippewa Valley Technical College, Sacred Heart Hospital and Marshfield Clinic are also in the area. The Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is only 10 miles from the hotel.

Quality Inn Eau Claire

Sweet Boba House is a specialty bubble tea shop. We specialize in hand-crafted bubble tea along with delicious snacks!

Sweet Boba House

You can count on the newly renovated Hampton by Hilton. Conveniently located off I-94 and Hwy 37, the Hampton by Hilton is within a short distance of numerous attractions and restaurants. American Bus Association member-ranked number one hotel chain for group tours by ABA, also a Hilton honors frequent stay program.

Hampton Inn by Hilton

Super 8 Eau Claire hotel is located in North America's Kubb Capital, conveniently placed off the major roadways of I-94 and Route 12. With the campus of University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire down the road, getting on campus is incredibly easy. Super 8 Eau Claire is also only a short walk away from the Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center for those visiting to compete, and the Hutchinson Technology manufacturing plant is just across the Chippewa River for those on business trips. Enjoy free breakfast and free wi-fi.

Super 8 - Campus

Stop in to enjoy a wide selection of delicious food from Burgers & Shakes to Quesadillas to Fried Chicken to all day Breakfast! Randy's Family Restaurant aims to serve through hospitality with friendly staff, quick service, and affordable prices that will make your dining experience enjoyable.

Randy's Family Restaurant

Taco Bell specializes in Mexican-inspired foods like tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and nachos.

Open daily: 9am-10am

Taco Bell

Welcome to the brand new Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, Eau Claire West. Conveniently located off Hwy 37 and the I-94 Exit (# 65) less than 1 mile from HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital, Marshfield Clinic Medical Center, and Mayo Clinic Health System allowing quick and easy access for patients and families. Students, families, faculty and visitors will enjoy the close proximity to UW- Eau Claire and Chippewa Valley Technical College. Guests will also appreciate entertainment and activities at nearby The Pablo Center for the Arts, Artisan Forge Studios, and YMCA Indoor Sports Center. This hotel is just minutes from Country Jam USA, and Blue Ox Music Festival as well as Downtown Eau Claire. As a centrally located hub in West Central Wisconsin, Eau Claire is a vibrant, engaging place to visit whether to rest, recharge or simply get a little work done. Guests can relax in our indoor pool and whirlpool, and enjoy our outdoor courtyard and fireplace complete with grills to cook out. The hotel also features a state-of-the-art fitness center, available 24/7. As a convenience, the lobby level Market and Business Centers are open 24-hours. Rates include complimentary hot and delicious Express Start Breakfast, free parking, and free Wi-Fi. Our EV Charging Station will help you get and stay recharged, and each room is outfitted with important details such as a microwave, mini-refrigerator, Keurig coffee machine, and feature Luxury ADA Suites with Lift Chairs, and state of the art ADA items. Every detail has been considered to ensure your experience with us is nothing but incredible. For our business guests, stay smart and professional with use of our onsite Boardroom with 475 square feet of meeting space, where every detail has been considered for your meetings and events.

Holiday Inn Express Eau Claire West

Located in western Wisconsin, Eau Claire offers sports planners a destination that's easy to reach, easy to navigate, and ready to host. Just 90 minutes from the Minneapolis–St. Paul area and within driving distance of Chicago, Eau Claire is well positioned to welcome teams, athletes, and fans from across the Midwest.

A versatile mix of indoor and outdoor venues supports events across a wide range of sports and competition levels, with tournament-ready fields, courts, ice facilities, pools, trails, and large-scale indoor spaces. Hotels, restaurants, venues, and visitor amenities are conveniently located throughout the community, making it easy for teams to get where they need to be throughout the event.

Visit Eau Claire's sports team works alongside event organizers to help bring the details together, connecting planners with venues, accommodations, local resources, and destination support.

And there's plenty waiting beyond the competition. Eau Claire's walkable downtown, local restaurants and breweries, miles of trails, public art, live music, family attractions, and the Chippewa River give athletes and their families more to experience between games and after the final whistle.

Eau Claire has the facilities to host the event and the destination experience to make the trip worth it.**** Bring the competition, bring the crowd, and come as you are — Eau Claire is ready to host.

Visit Eau Claire

Join Eau Claire Outdoors and the Chippewa Valley Writers Guild for a gentle 2 mile hike, stopping along the way to hear the words of local poets & artists. Registration is donation-based. All donations will go to presenting artists.

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