About us
For dog lovers who are ready to go "BEYOND THE SIDEWALK" with our best friends. Our main goal is to actually spend quality time with our pups doing fun things, instead of just hurrying through the daily grind of walking around the neighborhood.
You don't need to own a dog, but you'll have to tolerate ours. We stop often to water the dogs, take pictures, and play in creeks/rivers/lakes.
Usually, we have 2-3 events/week, year round.
When it's cold, we hike. Usually, we hike 6-15 miles/week in cool weather.
When it's hot, we kayak. Some easy lake paddles, some 10 mile river trips.
When it's nice weather, we camp. Campouts will include kayaking/hiking.
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In 2025, after 12 yrs of free membership, we have found it necessary to establish a $15/year membership fee. There is a 60 day free trial, but after that you will need to pay the dues to attend/participate in our events.
YOU MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND EVENT. You'll need to answer our membership questions, pay the dues (after 60 day trial), RSVP like other members do, and abide by our rules if you want to hang out with us.
Leave the negative talk about family or politics at home, just bring a sense of humor and enjoy the day.
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IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A POWER HIKING/PADDLING GROUP, THIS IS NOT IT!
The pace of our hikes/paddles is more relaxed, and our groups are smaller. We take our "goof off" time seriously, especially if there's a puddle, creek, lake or river around. If you're in a hurry to burn up the trail, you won't like our group.
You do have to be reasonably fit for most of our hikes, which average 3-6 miles long.
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WE HAVE RULES & WE ENFORCE THEM! BE SURE TO READ THEM. It's no fun having to correct people on the trail. Please just read them.
Keeps our dogs and people safe and happy. By joining our group, you acknowledge that you have read these rules and agree to abide by them. You obviously hike at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and your dog's safety.
If you don't like these rules...or think they don't apply to you...you should not join our group!
NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES, 6' max
NO INTACT MALE DOGS....THIS IS NOT OPEN FOR DISCUSSION.
KEEP YOUR SHOTS UP TO DATE. We do not check this.
Please use tick preventative on your dogs, for their safety. Trails are often wooded.
Bring water for your dog....this is important, even if you don't think so.
Stay to the right on the trail, just like driving a car. We don't own the trails.
Arrive a bit early and be ready to go, we hit the trail/launch at the scheduled time.
Please leave the political or negative talk at home, no one wants to hear it.
PACE OF HIKE is set by event hosts. New members, do not take over and lead the pack.
If your dog is mean or aggressive, you will be asked to leave.
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REQUIRED FOR MEMBERSHIP:
• A picture that clearly shows either you or your dog...prefer one of your dog!
• A real name for you and your dog
• Your dog's name, breed and age.
IF YOU DO NOT SUPPLY THESE THINGS, YOUR MEMBERSHIP WILL BE DENIED.
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Upcoming events
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KAYAKING ON THE MERAMEC RIVER, Choteau Claim to Robertsville State Park.
Robertsville State Park, 902 State Park Drive, Robertsville, MO, USIt's a 6 mile run and a very pleasant part of the river. Nothing too scary, some good current and decent scenery. Lots of gravel bars to stop and play. It should be hot, so we will stop a lot, or as needed.
If you're new to river runs with you dog, this is a good one to start with.
DOGS AND PEOPLE MUST WEAR PFD AT ALL TIMES. NO EXCEPTIONS.
B.Y.O.BOAT, no rentals.
No Intex or folding kayaks. You need an upgraded inflatable or a hardshell. Hardshells must be 10' minimum.BE SURE TO COMMENT BELOW WHAT KIND OF KAYAK (AND DOG) YOU HAVE, SO WE CAN PLAN OUR SHUTTLE!
SHUTTLE PLANS FOR INFLATABLES: If you want to come along, be at the Robertsville State Park Boat Ramp by 9:00 at the latest. That is the take-out spot. We will load people and gear into a car or two and drive to the put in.
SHUTTLE PLANS FOR HARDSHELLS: We'll figure it out, when we see who is coming. None of us "blow up people" are equipped to haul a hardshell, so you might have to be sure to have a shuttle buddy. Just communicate.
LOCATION SHOWN IS ROBERTSVILLE BOAT RAMP, all the way at the back of the park.
It's about a 25 minute drive to the put in at Choteau Claim. We'll need shuttle drivers after the float to run people back to their cars at the put in.
We'll need helpers for this. If you have a cargo rack or a big truck, you can help out please.Hopefully, we'll hit the water around 10:00-10:30. Floating time about 3 hours if we play a lot. We usually end up at about 2 mph average, with play time.
Please comment below if you have hard shell or inflatable, and if you have a dog, and size of your dog if we don't already know you. Inflatables are much easier for our group to shuttle, so if you have a choice, bring your blow up boats.
Here is the link for Choteau Claim, the put-in/launch site. Just FYI. It is about halfway between Union and St Clair.
Chouteau Claim Access | Missouri Department of Conservation3 attendees
Lights and Leashes at Veteran Tribute Park with St Charles County Park
Veterans Tribute Park, 1031 Kisker Road, Saint Charles, MO, USEnjoy the night sky with your dog as you emBARK on an interpretive hike under the stars. Bring your furry friend to one of our parks as we walk approximately 1.5 miles. These walks are on paved trails and are wheelchair accessible. Dogs must be on a leash. Participants are encouraged to use glow sticks and other fun light sources to light up our way. You do not have to have a dog to participate. Pre-registration is highly suggested (but welcome if didnt). Please meet at Shelter #3.
It's free.
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Lights and Leashes at Quailridge Park with St Charles County Park
Quail Ridge Park, 5275 Quail Ridge Parkway, Wentzville, MO, USEnjoy the night sky with your dog as you emBARK on an interpretive hike under the stars. Bring your furry friend to one of our parks as we walk approximately 1.5 miles. These walks are on paved trails and are wheelchair accessible. Dogs must be on a leash. Participants are encouraged to use glow sticks and other fun light sources to light up our way. You do not have to have a dog to participate. Pre-registration is highly suggested (but welcome if didnt')
This walk will take place at Quail Ridge Park. Please meet at Lodge parking lot..It's free.
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Past events
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