Winter Solstice walk

      About 30 adults and 20 children participate in an adventurous hike at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Nature Preserve to celebrate the 2015 Winter Solstice Dec. 22, marking the shortest day and the longest night of the year. The event, led by Liesl Schultz Hying (in front on left) was sponsored by W3, Working for Whitewater’s Wellness. W3’s next event will be the 5th Annual Wellfest, from 1 to 4 p.m., March 13 at Whitewater High School. This free community health and wellness fair features a variety of educational programs and resources including 30 vendors, cooking classes, gardening information, fitness classes, activities geared for kids and healthy snacks. University of Wisconsin-Whitewater education students will offer free childcare at the fair.