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“May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.” - Unknown
“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I -- I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” - Robert Frost
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Do you love Hiking and Adventures?
Welcome to the Chicago Hiking, Outdoors, & Social Meetup Group. We strive for adventures, fun, and friendships. This group is for people who enjoy hiking, being outdoors and meeting new people. We feature hikes for all skill levels, canoeing, camping, biking, social gatherings and other outdoor activities. These events are a great way to get out, meet people, and smell some fresh air. If you have a suggestion, please feel free to contact the Organizer or post them on “ideas for meetup” on the calendar page. Most of the activities are pretty tame, but any participation in this group is at your own risk. If you want to meet fun and adventurous people, this group is for you. Come join us. It will be an adventure you won’t soon forget.
Adventures are closer than you think!
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Get Involved:
We need Assistant Organizers and Event Hosts! If you don't see your preferred activity listed or a hike on your side of town, please volunteer by contacting the Organizer! You might be surprised just how many people are looking to do the same activity that you are. Other ways to volunteer would be a Greeter (Greet new members as they join the group.) or Monthly News Letter Editor (Write articles for a Monthly News Letter to be published on the message board.). We welcome Event & Group Sponsors who need some publicity for a great price!
Why not become a Hike Leader?
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Monthly Photo Contest:
We are having a Monthly Photo Contest. You have 1 month to upload your favorite photo. At the end of the month, the Assist Organizers will pick the top 12. We will then have a poll for voting on these 12. The members will be able to rate each picture from 1 to 10 rating. The photo with the highest ratings at the end of this month will win. This photo will then be used as the open page picture for following month. The only thing you receive are bragging rights.
Upload January Photos Here: http://www.meetup.com/ChicagoHOS/photos/799681/
Please name the photo and leave a comment about the photo.
So why not amaze the rest of the members with you photography skills?
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100 Miles Club and 200 Miles Club:
Are you looking for a Goal to reach? We have two clubs for you. You join the 100 Miles Club when you reach 100 Miles hiking a year with this group only (Chicago Hiking, Outdoors, & Social Meetup Group). You join the 200 Miles Club when you reach 200 Miles hiking a year with any Meetup Groups (Windy City Hikers, this group, etc.). Your Meetup Names will be posted in the About Section in this group.
Let’s start counting those miles!
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Dues and Fees:
There are no membership dues to be part of this group. For prepay events, we will sometimes add up to three dollars, normally 1 to 2, to the payment to help out with the Meetup.com monthly fees.
For other events, example hikes, we suggest a 1 or 2 dollar donation at the start of the event. This is totally voluntary. No records will be kept for who donates and who doesn’t.
If you want to make a voluntary donation. Go to the top of this page and click on "Pay Online". Enter the amount you would like to donate. Donate any amount you like. This will be paid with Paypal.
We would personally prefer if people would donate their time as an Assistant Organizer or Hike Leader versus making a donation of money. Any help is very much appreciated.
Thank you!
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Other Recommended Outdoors Meetup Groups: If events are full on this group, why not see what these groups are up to.
The NW Burbs Camping Meetup Group
http://www.meetup.com/NWBurbs-Camping/
Southwest Suburbs Sports, Outdoors, & Social Meetup Group
http://www.meetup.com/SWBurbsSOS/
Chicago Camping & Outdoors Adventure Group
http://www.meetup.com/ChicagoCampers/
Please support Outdoors Meetup Groups!
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See you on the trail!
Kevin
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Eventos próximos
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Spring Wildflower Walk @ St. Mihiel Woods
St. Mihiel Woods, Central Ave, south of 167th St, Tinley Park, IL, USThis Meetup is with the Forest Preserves of Cook County. You will meet FPCC staff or volunteers onsite.
Guided walk to discover blooming spring wildflowers, learn species, and enjoy nature
More information visit our website: https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-wildflower-walk-5/
This program is brought to you by the South Zone Team. Please email southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov with questions.
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The Forest Preserves of Cook County is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. To obtain information about accommodations or request an accommodation please contact the hosting nature center or 630-453-7887 or experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov. Please give us 72 hours notice in advance of the program to process the request.
For additional information about accessibility visit our website: https://fpdcc.com/about/accessibility/13 asistentes
Be a Better Birder: Intermediate Bird ID * Virtual Presentation"
·En líneaEn líneaThis Meetup is with the Forest Preserves of Cook County. A Forest Preserves employee will be giving the presentation.
If you would like the joining information sent to your email, please fill out the registration through the link below. Otherwise, the joining information will be posted in the comments in the hours leading up to the event.
Step up your birding game by learning how to identify the complexities of birds.
Register at: https://forms.gle/C7X9tSnVmUFC1AsSA
More information visit our website: https://fpdcc.com/event/be-a-better-birder-intermediate-bird-id-5/
This program is brought to you by the South Zone Team. Please email jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov with questions.
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The Forest Preserves of Cook County is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. To obtain information about accommodations or request an accommodation please contact the hosting nature center or 630-453-7887 or experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov. Please give us 72 hours notice in advance of the program to process the request.
For additional information about accessibility visit our website: https://fpdcc.com/about/accessibility/14 asistentes
Let's Hike/Camp: Red River Gorge, KY
Koomer Ridge Campground, Pine Ridge, KY, USLet's Hike/Camp: Red River Gorge, KY
I am planning on doing a lot of hiking. You may join me or chose you own activities.
Red River Gorge is about a 6:30+ hours drive from Chicago.
We will be camping 3 nights at Koomer Campgrounds.
FYI: Average Temps: High 72, Low 52, Sunrise: 6:45 EDT, Sunset: 8:19 EDT
Post in the comments if you are looking to share a ride and/or a campsite.
I am on Site #7. (There is a campground map in Photo's below.)
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Tentative Schedule (You may join us or not.):Thursday: Arrive, setup camp.
If time, Hike to Silver Mine Arch (2.8 miles) and Hidden Arch (2.3 miles) from the campgrounds. If not enough time, we will doing it another evening.Friday Morning: Hike (7.3 miles) Double Arch, Star Gap Arch, Arch of Triumph, Auxier Ridge, and Courthouse Rock Loop
Friday Afternoon: Drive River Gorge Scenic Byway. We will be checking out arches near the roadway and Nada Tunnel.
Friday Evening: Relax by the fire.
Saturday Morning: Hike (5 miles) Indian Staircase and Cloud Splitter. This is one of the more challenging trails in are area. You will be proud of yourself when you finish this hike.
Saturday Afternoon: Go the Natural Bridge State Resort Park for a hike (The State Resort Park is 10 miles from the campgrounds.). If like, you can take a sky lift to the top of Natural Bridge ($11 one way or $17 round trip). I will be walking it. We will be hiking the the Natural Bridge and Battleship Rock Trails (5.5 miles)
If we have interest, we can also hike the Whittleton Arch and Henson's Arch Trail (3.79 miles) from the State Resort Park.
Saturday Evening: Potluck. Please bring a dish to pass.
Sunday Morning: Pack up and head for home.
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The Red River Gorge is a unique, scenic natural area that attracts thousands of visitors each year. Spectacular rock features, including sandstone arches and towering cliffs, are just part of the attraction. Outdoor enthusiasts come to the gorge year-round to enjoy hiking, camping, canoeing, wildlife viewing and other recreation opportunities.Red River Gorge NPS website : https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/danielboone/recreation/red-river-gorge
Hiking Map: https://redrivergorgetourism.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/red-river-gorge-hiking-map-summer-2025.pdfCamping:
We will be staying at Koomer Ridge Campgrounds. There are showers and flush toilets but no electricity. Half the sites you can reserve and half are 1st come 1st serve. The cost is $35 per night. ($17.50 per night if you have the America the Beautiful pass.)
Make reservations at: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10311270
Koomer Ridge Campgrounds Map: https://usfs-public.app.box.com/s/uv28hc08gky5zkaw4bzowmqk1jbiqgs3
If you are not into camping, I would suggest Black Bear Lodge Motel (< $100 per night) or Natural Bridge State Resort Park ($136 per night).
This is a great trip. I hope you can make it.
Kevin
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Bird Walk @ Eggers Grove
Eggers Woods Forest Preserve, 11200 S Avenue B, Chicago, IL, USThis Meetup is with the Forest Preserves of Cook County. You will meet FPCC staff or volunteers onsite.
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. All levels of experience welcome. A limited supply of binoculars will be available to borrow.
More information visit our website: https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-21/
This program is brought to you by the South Zone Team. Please email southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov with questions.
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