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We are Pet & children friendly, in fact adults, kids and pets are normally invited to any trips/activities, but PLEASE read the description of each activity &/or trip for any specific information regarding kids & pets. Always contact the organizer for that trip, if you have any questions. Please note that pets are not allowed on some trails or in some areas
If you like to camp, build bonfires, grill out and chill out with a highly entertaining group of campers, you have found the right meetup group.
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Winter Adventure Weekend - Pokagon State Park (Indoor Group Camp)
Pokagon State Park, 450 Lane 100 Lake James Angola, Angola, IN, USWinter Adventure Weekend - Pokagon State Park (Indoor Group Camp)
Pokagon is Indiana State Parks’ winter wonderland, with cross-country ski rental; sledding, ice fishing, and hiking.
Pokagon State Park is about a 3-hour drive from Chicago.
Angola is on Eastern Standard Time.
We will once again be staying in the indoor group camp on Lake James. It has 2 bunk houses (North and South), Counselor's Cabin, a kitchen and dining room with a fireplace, a shower building, and a craft room. The cost will be $100 for 2 nights lodging. All of the buildings are heated.
Photos of previous trip:
https://www.meetup.com/chicagohos/photos/25935495/Payment: I can accept PAYPAL, VENMO, and also ZELLE.
PAYPAL: Enter my email if using PAYPAL. My email is robmize@comcast.net
Also pick the option of sending it to a friend or family member; that way you wont get charged a fee.VENMO: My VENMO address is @Robert-Mize-36
ZELLE: My ZELLE number is 708-254-2429.
**The deadline for full payment is March 3.** After that date if you havent fully paid I will move you to 'Not Going'; I will move you back to attending when I get your payment.
The South Bunk house will be designated as a "Women Only" bunk house. It is the one closest to the shower building and the parking lot.
Campus Map:
https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/files/pokagon_group_camp.pdfMEALS:
You may carry in your own food. The lodge nearby is open for breakfast and lunch.
We can have a potluck on Saturday night if anyone else wants to contribute to the dinner. You can indicate what you are bringing in the comments section.
I will bring snack food and pop. There are utensils and drinking glasses at the site.
All other beverages are BYOB. Please bring a cooler for your drinks.
You will need to bring your own bedding (sleeping bag, etc).
REFUND POLICY: **No refunds unless the trip is canceled.**
Park entrance fees $7.00 in-state vehicles, $9.00 out-of-state vehicles.
In your RSVP please include if you need a ride or you can offer a ride.
Tentative Schedule (You are free to join in on the activities or not.):
Friday: Arrive at Camp - Meet, Greet, and Games (Board Games/Cards/Euchre)
Saturday Morning: Breakfast - Hike
Saturday Afternoon: Cross Country Skiing, hiking.
Saturday Evening: Dinner/Potluck - Games (Board Games/Cards/Euchre)
Sunday Morning: Breakfast - Free Time
Sunday Afternoon: Pack and head for home.
Pokagon State Park
Website: http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2973.htm
Park Map: http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/files/pokagon_trail.pdf
450 Lane 100 Lake James
Angola, IN 46703Toboggan Run: WE WILL NOT BE TOBOGGANING THIS YEAR, AS THE TOBOGGAN RUN IS ONLY OPEN UNTIL MARCH 1.
http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/4699.htmCross-Country Skiing:
http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/files/sp-Pokagon_CCSkiMap.pdfCross Country ski trails at Pokagon are designed to provide a variety in lengths & skill levels. Despite your stature or level of physical fitness, Cross Country Skiing is a great activity for an individual, friends or family.
Description of Trails
Beginner/Novice Trail: This trail is approximately 1 mile in length, with gradual slopes and curves for the beginner. This easy to moderate trail offers a variety of terrain.
Intermediate/Advanced Trail: With an approximate 4-mile length, this advanced trail is for the experienced skier. Steep hills and sharp curves are prevalent terrain on this advanced path.
-Ski cost is $8.00 per set per hour (includes skis, boot, & poles) for adults. For groups of 8 or more, all ski sets are $5.00/hour per person, for any age.
-A driver’s license is required as a deposit.
-There must be a 6” snow base on the trails for the rental to be open.
-The ski rental will stop renting equipment at 4:15 p.m. All skiers must be off trail ½ hour before sunset. Rental skis must be returned by 4:45 p.m.Any questions ask in the comments or message me. We did this the last 2 winters and it was a lot of fun.
This is a great trip. We hope you can make it.
Rob and Denise
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