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Chicago Vegan & Plant-Powered Adventure Group

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Chicago, IL, US

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About us

We are a diverse and inclusive group of plant-powered, adventure-seeking, multi-racial, mixed-aged folks who work hard to live healthy and play even harder!.
We don't believe in being "too old" to try something new or "too young" to try something old school.
If you are looking to hang with a group that "steps outside of their comfort zone" to embrace a new sport, activity, challenge, food, culture...you found the right group.
#PantherNation is our name....#BERELENTLESS is our game
We organize "FitTrips" that have a vegan flavor. We are socially conscious about the food we eat to fuel ourselves and the locations/environment we visit.
We hike, cycle, mountain bike, kayak, EAT, paddle board, ski, horseback ride, fly kites, mini golf...
WHAT'S ON YOUR LIST? Let us know and we'll try and work it in!

Upcoming events

3

Black-Indigenous History Hike at Kickapoo Woods
Sat, Feb 21 · 10:00 AM CST
Kickapoo Woods, 14498 S. Halsted, Riverdale, IL, US
Come out for a brisk walk and talk with me and the Forest Preserves of Cook County staff to celebrate the Black-Indigenous History of Kickapoo Woods during Black History Month.

"Beautiful Kickapoo Woods in south suburban Riverdale, Ill. is nestled alongside a one-mile curve in the Little Calumet River and is part of the Calumet River system.
The name Kickapoo was selected by Roberts Mann, who worked for the Forest Preserves of Cook County from 1930 until 1964 including as the first superintendent of the conservation department, which started in 1945.
Mann thought that Kickapoo was an appropriate name because of the Kickapoo tribe’s prominent history in Illinois." FOTCR

What to wear?
Dress for the weather.

Trail info:
The trail is PAVED (1.1 miles).
Free parking
Public restroom will be open.

What to bring?
Water and a camera. You may see some winter habitat up close.
Bring your FPCC Hiking Passport for points and swag. If you don't have one, no worries, you can start one on this walk.

We will have a post hike snack and water will be available.

Questions?
Contact Claudia
3 attendees
In Our Nature: Celebrating Black Voices in Conservation & Environmental Justice!
Sat, Feb 28 · 10:00 AM CST
Dan Ryan Woods - Forest Preserves, 8300 S. Western Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
Do you know someone who is an AMAZING environmental advocate?
On the last day of Black History Month, we are celebrating some of our local "Black Voices" who fights for the rights of ALL people to enjoy the great outdoors.

Weather permitting, we will Start with a short memorial hike along the Major Taylor Trail and explore the beautiful aqueducts built by Black American men during the Great Depression.

Located in the pavilion, a panel of local conservation and environmental heroes will be discussing their projects and how we ALL can do our part to ensure our communities do not become environmental collateral damage.

Supplies will be available for creating environmental journaling and vision boards will be available to document your 2026 commitments.

Refreshments will be served.

Come out and meet some of our local GREEN HEROES, In Our Nature!
***If you know someone or YOU would like to be considered as a panel speaker or have a TABLE for your (nature-based) organization,
please contact Claudia G.
1 attendee
Fitness Hike at Volmer Road Grove
Sat, Mar 14 · 8:00 AM CDT
Vollmer Road Grove, 4161 Vollmer Rd, Matteson, il, US
It's a SRING FLING fitness hike at Volmer Road Grove!!

Come on out to the Forest Preserves and shake off the winter blues...

This 3.6-mile paved loop is located near Country Club Hills.
It features beautiful wildflowers and is suitable for all skill levels.
The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.

Dogs are also welcome but must be kept on leash.

The loop trail, accessed from Vollmer Road, winds through shaded wooded areas and open green space, providing visitors with excellent opportunities to view wildlife and enjoy diverse vegetation in a natural, peaceful setting.

There is plenty of parking at the trailhead and picnic sites available along the trail.

What to wear: dress for the weather. Shoes for paved hike/walk.
What to bring: water (but we will have extra water available and a post-hike snack).

All fitness levels welcome. No one will be left behind.

Questions? Contact Claudia

**This event is also listed on the "Chicago Hiking, and Social Outdoor Meet-up Group. I am the hike leader listed.
3 attendees

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