About us
Welcome to Explore the Coast - Southwest Michigan Sports, Outdoors, & Social Group. The purpose of this group is to give individuals/couples the opportunity to meet and connect with others with the same interests. Most events will be in Berrien and Van Buren Counties. We will be focusing on 3 areas: Sports will include: 1) Volleyball 2) Road Races: 5K, etc 3) Golf Outings 4) Watching Football 5) Etc. Outdoors will include: 1) Hiking 2) Camping 3) Canoeing 4) Cycling 5) Etc. Socials will include: 1) Dining 2) Festivals 3) Picnics 4) Comedy Clubs 5) Concerts 6) Game Nights 7) Wine Tastings 8) Etc. We have no membership dues. So why not join us and see what the SW Michigan have to offer. If you have an idea for an event, please email us. Tell a Friend!
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Let's Take a Hike - Allegan SGA - Swan Creek North Loop - 5.1 miles
Swan Creek Marsh, 4436–4588 118th Ave, Allegan, MI, USHike Allegan SGA (State Game Area) - Swan Creek - North Loop (5.1 miles)
We had so much fun hiking the South Loop last weekend, we decided to hike the North Loop.
We will meet at the trail head parking lot on 118th avenue just west of the bridge over Swan Creek (or just east of the Park Headquarters.)
To the north is a 5-mile loop along the creek to the edge of Koopman Marsh. Although the area is not hilly, both trails follow the base of a river bluff at times and contain a surprising amount of up-and-down hiking. They also pass a number of marshes.
After the hike, we will head Root's Café in Fennville.
Root's Café Website:About Nothern Loop:
https://www.michigantrailmaps.com/member-detail/allegan-sga-north-swan-creek-loop/Lightly used North Swan Creek trails are located on the north side of the 118th Avenue Bridge dam and form a 5.1-mile loop. The east side trail stays closer to the creek and involves more climbing as it skirts the bluffs. The west side of the loop remains mostly on the edge of the bluff and is an easier hike. In places the west side trail parallels two-tracks that doubles as a ski trail in the winter and can be used as an alternative route back to 118th Avenue. Ski trails are marked with blue blazes, the hiking trail with yellow blazes.
This is a great hike. I hope you can make it.
Kevin
4 attendees
Strike! Let's go bowling! - Coloma Lanes
Coloma Lanes, 6025 Mountain Rd, Coloma, MI, USLet's Bowl. Let's have a great night of bowling and laughs. Most of us are not good bowlers. No experience necessary. We are planning on bowling 3 games.
We will meet a 6:30 and get some lanes. The cost is 3.00 per game and 3:00 for shoes. We normally bowl 3 games.
*** They only take cash. There is a ATM on the site.
We will meet by the counter at 6:30.
Website: https://www.mycolomalanes.com/
I hope you can make it.
Kevin
7 attendees
Winter Adventure Weekend - Pokagon State Park (Indoor Group Camp)
Pokagon State Park, 450 Lane 100 Lake James, Angola, IN, USWinter Adventure Weekend - Pokagon State Park (Indoor Group Camp)
This is cross posted in other groups: https://www.meetup.com/chicagocampers/events/313066870/
https://www.meetup.com/chicagohos/events/313496643/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 haven't 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, $15.00 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 46703
Toboggan 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
1 attendee
Rib Night at Schu's Grill and Bar
Schu's Grill & Bar, 501 Pleasant St, St Joseph, MI, USLet's meet at Schu's for a bite and/or a drink. It is Rib Night at Schu's, $13 Ribs, Fries and Coleslaw. This will be a great way to introduce yourself to the group and have some laughs. If you don't like ribs, no worries. Some people won't be buying ribs.
Address: 501 Pleasant St, St Joseph, MI 49085
Website: http://www.schus.com
Menu: http://www.schus.com/wp-content/themes/schus/uploads/SchusMenu.pdf
I hope you can make it.
Kevin
6 attendees
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