About us
What we are:
Michigan Adventurers Club is a 501(c)4 non-profit whose mission is to enhance health and build friendships through our adventures together while exploring nature and discovering interesting places.
Meet with local outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the wonderful state of Michigan! Activities include (though are not limited to) hiking, camping, kayaking, canoeing, yoga, rock climbing, biking, cross country skiing, skating, and many other adventures.
This group welcomes all. As we have grown, we have gained many members, organizers, friends and memories! If you enjoy the activities listed here, bring your experience and enthusiasm and come join us for an awesome adventure!
What we are not:
A political / opinion / argument platform. Friendly 2 way conversations are great, but not one sided domineering of conversations and/or ranting.
A dating site - do not join and start messaging someone you've never met in person and had conversations with. If they aren't receptive or responsive, leave them alone. Members can mutually build relationships, starting at events.
Members that do either of the above are banned
We look forward to meeting you at our events.
If you have any questions or concerns, please be sure to contact the Organizer/Co-Organizers and we will be happy to address them for you. Thanks and hope to see you on an adventure soon!
Upcoming events
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Hiking in Proud Lake (6ish or 12ish miles)
Please use link in details, MI, USLink to meeting spot (Trailhead parking lot):
https://goo.gl/maps/DDGPndb2S4cji3nV6
Hike begins at 9:45 SHARP -- that means get your ass there earlyTHE PLAN:
A somewhat eclectic hike through the hiking trails at Proud Lake (first 6ish miles), return to the parking lot, and then do the equestrian trails (last 6ish miles). The hike will done at a moderately fast pace (~3ish mph).DOGS:
On leashes are allowedBATHROOMS:
There is a bathroom at the parking area and one more along the hikeTHE MEETING SPOT:
After you enter the park, the trailhead parking area is just past the headquarters on the left side. If you reach the Annex you've gone too far.COSTS:
This is a state rec area so you need a Michigan Recreation Pass. If you do not have one, then it is likely a ranger will put a $20 ticket on your car -- paying that gets you the Pass.QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
While I try my best to be a nice guy and will answer questions beforehand, kindly note that I will not respond to your very-last-minute-trying-to-find-the-location question. Just give yourself a little extra time to get lost and refound.See you on the trail,
CharlieRelease of Liability:
The organizers of the Michigan Adventurers Club are volunteers and not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize this event. Each person who signs up for and participates in an event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests.By signing up for and participating in this event, or any other Michigan Adventurers Club event you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with this activity and freely accept all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and fully assume responsibility for your own safety, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of this event from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest’s participation in the group activities.
4 attendees
Backpacking along High Coutry Pathway
Location not specified yetMeetup spot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6fAxxEm17vdgfwQf6
(Clear Lake State Park campground -- about 45 minutes east of Gaylord)THE BROAD PLAN:
Friday day (Oct 9): Hike Shingle Mills Pathway (optional)
Friday night: camp at Clear Lake State Park
Saturday: backpack about 12 miles along the High Country Pathway
Saturday night: backcountry camp on the trail
Sunday early: return to Clear Lake State Park
Sunday late: go homeFriday Oct 9 (optional):
I will arrive late morning and hike along the Shingle Mills Pathway starting at the Pigeon River Headquarters. If you are interested in joining then contact me/ leave a message in the event chat.Friday night camping:
I have reserved site 120 in the Clear Lake upper campground. You can get reservations here ($40 for one night: 2 cars, 6 people/site)Saturday Oct 10:
Leave cars at Clear Lake and hike southwest along the High Country pathway towards Rattlesnake Hill. Backcountry camp somewhere along the trail.Sunday Oct 11:
Hike back to Clear Lake (it is an in-and-out trail)COSTS:
$20 for the Michigan Recreation Pass if you do not have it already.
$40 for the campsite at Clear Lake (campsites can have up to 2 cars and 6 people)OTHER QUESTIONS:
I will be happy to answer any questions until Friday Oct 9. On Oct 9, I probably will not have cell service.See you on the trail,
CharlieBY THE WAY...
By signing up for and participating in this event, or any other Michigan Adventurers Club event you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with this activity and freely accept all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and fully assume responsibility for your own safety, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of this event from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest’s participation in the group activities.11 attendees
Friday hike at Brighton Rec (5-6 miles)
Brighton Recreation Area Trailhead, 5914 Bishop Lake Road, Brighton, MI, USGet your weekend started with a hike! We leave at 5:30 sharp, so arrive a few minutes early. Cell service can be spotty at the trailhead, and I won't be available for last minute questions or directions; plan accordingly!
*State recreation passport required for entry into the park*You'll need a headlamp for the latter portion of the hike
We'll be hiking various trails in the park starting from the trailhead parking. Some of the trails are narrow with thorny undergrowth, so dress accordingly! Distance between 5-6 miles. Pace will be moderately intense around 2.5-3mph with several stops along the way. Bring water. Hike will happen rain or shine, so bring rain gear if rain is in the forecast. Trail is shaded and goes through forests and wetlands with some steep hills. The surface is primarily dirt and sand with some roots and rocks. There is a pit toilet at the trailhead. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome!
Meeting location:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bpZDcpiZe98AsPHu5You will turn into the Bishop Lake Complex from Bishop Lake Road. Go through the booth checkpoint and take an immediate right, then a left into the parking lot. Trailhead is on the left near the pit toilet.
Important to know:
This group is about hiking and outdoor events and not a dating site. While mutually agreed to relationships are up to MAC members, unsolicited contacting of someone you've never met is not something we tolerate.Release of Liability:
The organizers of the Michigan Adventurers Club are volunteers and not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize this event. Each person who signs up for and participates in an event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests.
By signing up for and participating in this event, or any other Michigan Adventurers Club event you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with this activity and freely accept all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and fully assume responsibility for your own safety, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of this event from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest’s participation in the group activities.9 attendees
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