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Camping is a fabulous way to meet new people, strengthen relationships and make great memories!
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.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- ACC Biking & Camping at Warren DunesNeeds location
Apple Cider Century - Year #4!
Fall biking and camping - here we come again!! This is a DIY booking event, let's meet up and bike together - any length you'd like between 5 and 100 miles!
We are going to camp at the Mount Randall Campground. The ACC bike ride is on Sunday, feel free to come for the entire weekend or for the bike ride only. We'll hike the dunes on Saturday and see if we can squeeze in any kayaking between hiking and biking :)
The Apple Cider Ride is taking place on Sunday the 28th and prices increase as followed: 12/31, then 05/31, and 7/31. When signing up - be sure to add on breakfast to your registration; it's a fundraiser for a local firehouse and it's delish!
What is Apple Cider Century Bikeride:
The Apple Cider Century (ACC) takes place in the Village of Three Oaks, located about 60 miles from both Chicago and Kalamazoo. Started in 1974, the event has grown into one of the Midwest's largest century events, drawing up to 4,000 participants each year. Run and organized by the Three Oaks Spokes Bicycle Club, the funds raised from the ride support various groups, including the ACC Tour itself, Backroads Bikeway Trails, the Bicycle Museum at Dewey Cannon Trading Company, the League of American Bicyclists, Rails to Trails, and several community youth programs.Register for the bike ride here:
https://www.applecidercentury.com/registrationPost comments and questions below and see you there!
Magda
- Foliage Camping and Hiking at Governor Dodge State Park, WIGovernor Dodge State Park, Dodgeville, WI
Did you know that Governor Dodge State Park is currently the 3rd largest state park in Wisconsin?
How to get on the trip:
1. Add your name to the "Wait List"
2. Fill out the trip application and get approved within 48h:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PC9RNRH
3. Make a payment (information provided below)
4. After the payment is received, you will be marked as "Going"
5. See you at the campsite! :)It's a beautiful area, well marked hiking trails with a good variety of distances, and great beaches. This Wisconsin gem is located outside of Dodgeville in Iowa County, WI, and named after Henry Dodge, the first governor of the Wisconsin Territory. The park offers more than 5,300 scenic acres of steep hills, bluffs and deep valleys plus two lakes and a waterfall making it Wisconsin favorite. Governor Dodge has two lakes, Cox Hollow and Twin Valley, which can be used for kayaking, boat launching, and fishing.
Take a look at this beautiful Foliage video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRSx_o2gp4kSet into the dramatic hills of Southwest Wisconsin's driftless area, Governor Dodge is among the state's most popular state parks for hiking (all seasons). There are three must-see trails that are focused on by most visitors looking for a good walk: Stevens Falls along with the Lost Canyon Loop, the Cave Trail, and the Pine Cliff trail.
- Trail Map & Trail Guide: https://gatewaytothedriftless.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/govdparkmap.pdf
Governor Dodge State Park Location and Contact:
- The park is located 45 miles west from Madison, and 4 miles north of the central business district of the City of Dodgeville
- Address: 4175 Hwy 23 N. Dodgeville, WI 53533
- Park's phone number: (608) 935-2315
A detailed trip agenda will be provided to all the registered trip participants ahead of the trip. Here is a snapshot of what to expect from the weekend:
- Friday: arrivals, tent set up, let's check out the beach, meet&greet over the fire
- Saturday: hiking/kayaking & exploring Dodgeville
- Sunday: hike before heading home
We will be camping at the Hickory Ridge Group Camp, where only tents are allowed. Our group site has a reserved tent area, picnic tables, and a large fire ring. Drinking water and shower building are available and located nearby.
A Wisconsin State Park sticker is required for each car that enters the property, that can be purchased online https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/admission, or in person at check-in.
Price: $35
- Payment guarantees your spot.
- The price is per person and includes a camping spot for 2 nights as well as firewood, to keep the fire going for 2 nights, and charcoal for grilling food
- Electronic payment can be made via PayPal/Zelle/Venmo and sent to mcdzica AT gmail.com
Feel free to post your questions in the comment section below or message me directly via Meetup.
Happy Camping!
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park Columbus Day Weekend !We will be based camped near Traverse City MI. Visiting Local Destinations, Traverse City, MI
General Registration Closes Sept 27th
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You and your guests are welcome to join us for a group cabin and camping trip near Travers City MI . Starting at $60.00 per night, with food, most recreation, nightly fires. Arrive and depart any time between October 10th & 13th. Use this form to make lodging selections & make payment via Pay Pal.
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IF THE MEETUP IS FULL JUMP THE LINE AND CLICK HERE!
When all other parks are jammed to capacity during Columbus Day Weekend we will be camping on our own private lands with a private lake. Daily recreational activities including visits to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park MI.
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IF THE MEETUP IS FULL JUMP THE LINE AND CLICK HERE!
We are Meetup volunteers who plan fun trips to build community and have fun outside! We rent private facilities exclusively for our groups use, the costs charged to you are kept intentionally low that cover overhead and associated lodging costs. Through the generosity of the organizer 50% of the trip is underwritten by the trip organizer. The balance of the costs are shared amount the participants to keep trip costs low. As part of the registration process we ask guests to sign up for camp duties to contribute to the success of the trip and help contain costs. Typical camp duties include cooking, cleaning, fire tending, and recreation leading.
This trip is for you if you:- Enjoy hiking, camping, paddling and other outdoor and indoor activities or do nothing at all.
- Skills, Willingness & Ability: If you have skills to contribute to the operation of our camp, in the areas of cooking, recreation leadership, maintenance and can stay for the completion of your duty.
- Arrival & Departure: Arrive and depart any time between Aug 29th & September 1st
- Easy: All of this is easy to do and we have been doing it for over 18 years
- Rain or Shine: Our trips progress rain or shine. We have alternate activities based on weather.
A non refundable or discounted fee includes most recreation, accommodates & roaring fires. Breakfasts, dinners and lunches are donated by the host. Provide your own bedding and sleeping gear and camping gear. Indoor and outdoor accommodations are available.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION
CLICK HERE TO SEE TESTIMONIAL FROM PAST TRIP
IF THE MEETUP IS FULL JUMP THE LINE AND CLICK HERE!
OUR TRIP FEATURES
Choice Of
New for 2025. Flat rate simplified pricing. Enjoy the same low price for the duration of your registered stay that includes, nightly fires, most recreation, 3 meals a day (donated), opening night orientation, choice of lodging, choice of arrival & departure dates, pre breakfast coffee. Pre dinner hor d' ovres. On use property of kayak.- Ultimate Group Tent Camping Package! starting at $65.00 per person per night. Tent camping on group site, $260.00 per person with indoor accommodations during inclement weather in group bunk house
- **Ultimate Private Camping Package: $**295 per person on a PRIVATE tents site.
- Single Occupancy Bunk House $460.00 per person
- Double Occupancy Bunk House For you and one guest guest $560.00 maximum 2 people.
Benefits:
- Group lead activities including, hiking, rafting, kayaking and much more
- Acres of private land to explore
- Morning & nightly fires
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner,
- Pre- Breakfast coffee hour
- Pre- Dinner reception
- Free admission to our camping property ( no sticker required)
- Free parking
Lodging Includes
- Hot Showers
- Flush Toilets
- Running Potable Water
- Electricity
This event is 21 and over. We are unable to accommodate pets, . Kayaks have limited availability. Provide your own camping and sleeping equipment. Staying indoors, bring your own bedding. The trip is offered as is.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION
CLICK HERE TO SEE TESTIMONIAL FROM PAST TRIP
IF THE MEETUP IS FULL JUMP THE LINE AND CLICK HERE!
