Michigan Adventurers Club

 
 
 

Come hear SOLAR club members Moe and Dave DeFrance share their journey to a land that time has not touched - The Galapagos Islands. Their presentation will be held on Tuesday, May 30th at 7:00p.m. immediately following a short business meeting.
Join them as they set sail for 11 days of unforgettable encounters with animals that you will see nowhere else in the world. Experience what it is like to walk where Darwin walked, snorkel and see pods of hundreds of dolphins and watch iguanas actually feeding underwater.
After seeing this presentation of the journey to the Galapagos Islands, you will walk away and place this destination at the top of your bucket list!

Join us at St Paul's Presbyterian Church 27475 Five Mile Rd · Livonia, MI. The meeting is held in the social hall in the basement.

 
 
 

For this week’s workout we will hike Island Lake's Hickory Ridge Trail. We'll be meeting at the Hickory Picnic Shelter. Restrooms are located there. Let's meet at 6:15 pm and begin hiking promptly at 6:30 pm. We will hike ~5 miles, at a fast pace of 3 miles per hour (20 mins per mile) for almost 2 hours.

*Please bring water to drink while hiking and bug/mosquito repellent

Meeting location:
Hickory Picnic Shelter

Optional - After hiking, for those that want to, we'll head to the New Hudson Inn in New Hudson for food & drinks.

Important to know:
This is a state recreation area, the Michigan State License plate sticker is required

Locations of these midweek hikes are in Michigan State Parks/Recreation Areas or Metro Parks, that require daily or annual passes. Passes can be obtained from park headquarters or toll booths at park entrances.

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 you and your guest’s participation in the group activities.

 
 
 

Canoe or kayak toward the setting sun to Milford Central Park. Walk into town for dinner and/or dessert. Paddle back under the moon and ending the night by socializing around a bonfire.
This popular event is perfect for a date night, a family outing, or an adventure with friends. All skill levels welcome. Please Dress For The Weather. Headlamps and drinking water recommended.

Time posted here is one hour before the launch time. There could be a long line to get your boat.

Saturdays 2023 Dates - Launch Time, Sunset, Moonrise
June 3 - 7:30pm, 8:25pm, 8:27
July 1 - 7:30, 8:34pm, 7:16pm
July 29 - 7:30pm, 8:18pm, 6:04pm
September 2 - 6:30pm, 7:32PM, 9:11PM
September 30 - 5:30pm, 6:47PM, 7:35PM
October 28 - 5:00 pm, 6:06PM, 6:01PM

Price per person:
Canoe $30 ($60 per boat) (Seats 2-3 People)
Tandem Kayak $30 ($60 per boat) (Seats 2 People)
Single Kayak $35
Personal Boat $20

There is a two-person minimum for each canoe and tandem kayak.
Price includes bonfire.

Pre-registration is recommended – walk-ins are subject to availability. Visit https://heavnercanoe.com/moonlight to complete the registration form or call (248)[masked]. Especially if you want a kayak. Those who pre-registered will receive their boat first.

Fine Print:
Space is limited. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to each event. Any remaining boats and tandem kayaks are available on a first come, first serve basis at the time of the event. • Dinner is NOT included in the price. • If you do not already have a State Recreation Passport, it is available for purchase.

In the case of severe weather (i.e. high winds, thunderstorm or tornado watch or warning, sustained periods of heavy rain), we will cancel the event. You will receive an email and/or phone call to inform you of the cancellation at least two hours before the scheduled event.

If the weather looks bad and you haven't heard anything then call Heavner's before you leave your home to see if it's been canceled.

 
 
 

Link to meeting spot:
https://goo.gl/maps/LEjEzZuGkim5oKU49
Hike starts at 9:30 SHARP -- so get there early!

THE PLAN:
A moderately fast paced-hike (~3ish mph) through the hiking, equestrian trail, and other random trails at Pontiac Lake Rec Area. There will be multiple small breaks along the way. This is one of the hillier hikes in southeast Michigan.

DOGS:
On leashes are allowed

BATHROOMS:
At the trailhead only.

THE MEETING SPOT:
It can be a bit tricky to find. You need to enter the park from Williams Lake Road and the trailhead is at the end of the huge parking lot.

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 $18 ticket on your car -- paying that gets you the Rec Pass.

QUESTIONS:
Feel free to post underneath or email me directly. However, kindly note that panicked last-minute questions trying to find the meeting spot will likely not be answered. Please, give yourself a few extra minutes of driving time.

See you on the trail,
Charlie

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.