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Welcome to the Evansville Outdoors Co-op, a fresh new cooperative of outdoor enthusiasts dedicated to helping you find inspiration in the great outdoors.
Whether you're a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or just starting your journey, we at Evansville Outdoors believe that everyone should have the opportunity to explore in a supportive and open environment.
Our mission is simple: to create a space where every member feels valued, supported, heard, and, above all, inspired. With Evansville Outdoors, you're not just joining a club; you're becoming part of a group whose goal is to make unforgettable outdoor experiences available to everybody.
What makes us different?
- Inclusive Adventures: Dive into new experiences in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere where there's something for everyone.
- Family Fun: We're passionate about nurturing the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts with family-friendly events that ignite the love for nature.
- Your Voice Matters: This is your club! Members and organizers collaborate to shape our path. We elect officers and vote on important decisions—no top-down approach here!
- Safety & Respect: Our priority is your safety and ensuring a respectful environment, guaranteeing everyone's positive experience.
Adventure awaits with Evansville Outdoors!
If you're interested in joining, please check out our Rules and Guidelines. When you're ready to join, send us a New Member Agreement to acknowledge these policies and sign a Liability Waiver..
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Pictured Rocks National LakeshorePictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Munising, MI$50.00
It’s road trip time!
Let’s take an epic road trip to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Enjoy captivating views of Lake Superior from trails and kayaks.
This is a 8-day, 7-night trip.
WHERE TO MEET:
Meet at Lowe’s (Oak Grove) Saturday morning.We’ll carpool / caravan from Evansville. On the trip up, we’ll stay Saturday-Tuesday at Indiana Dunes National Park. Tuesday-Saturday will be spent at Pictured Rocks. Saturday will be a longer drive home (9hrs)
WHAT TO BRING:
Pack appropriately for:- Car-camping
- Day-Hiking
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Rock Climbing / Rappelling
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Plan for sun, rain, and possibly snow. Average temps from 50-80F, but could be 40-90F.
- Watch the forecast to make appropriate adjustments to your gear.
- Bring long pants, in case of biting insects.
COST:
- Pictured Rocks entrance: $25/vehicle
- Pictured Rocks camping: $25/night (for up to two tents, two cars, 8 people)
- Indiana Dunes entrance: $25/vehicle
- Indiana Dunes camping: $25/night (for up to two tents, two cars, 8 people)
- We'll try to distribute entry and campsite costs equally:
- 2 people = $120/person
- 4 people = $60/person
- 8 people = $40/person
- Pitch-in for gas!
GROUND RULES:
- No children.
- No pets.
NOTES:
- I recommend treating your clothes and gear with permethrin before this trip.
- We have a single campsite, and are limited to 2 tents, 8 people, 2 cars. Expect to share a tent!
- Our Indiana Dunes campsite is walk-in - meaning we'll park a distance from the campsite.
- Our Pictured Rocks campsite has parking on-site.
MAPS/INFO:
- Campsite #56 @ Douglas Loop in Indiana Dunes
- Campsite #17 @ Twelvemile Beach in Pictured Rocks
- Additional details will be posted later. RSVP now to get your spot
- Welcome to the new Evansville Outdoors!Link visible for attendees
🎉 Welcome to EvansvilleOutdoors.com — Our New Home for Events!
Meetup has served us well, but with rising costs and too many ads, we decided to build something better — just for our group.Why Make the Switch?
EvansvilleOutdoors.com is faster, simpler, and completely ad-free. It’s designed specifically for our community with features we think you’ll love:- Browse all upcoming and past events easily
- Enjoy a refined calendar experience with push notifications
- RSVP with guests
- Get directions and add events straight to your phone’s calendar
- See event details even when offline
- Manage dues seamlessly (cash or auto-pay by credit card)
- Access our progressive web app (PWA) for a native app feel
- Organizers get handy tools like event templates, drafts, and private event options
- New members automatically complete waivers and emergency contacts during onboarding
Important: Our Meetup group will be officially closed in October 2025. All events, RSVPs, and communication will happen exclusively on EvansvilleOutdoors.com. Make sure you sign up on the new site before then to stay connected!
Note: As you sign up, you’ll automatically be added to this event. This helps us send reminders and keep track of who’s migrated to the new platform.
